OSHA investigating injuries, hazmat accidents, broken equipment, warehouse fire amid media reports of broad air travel system failures Airport workers across six major hubs sounded alarms Wednesday after filing a series of complaints detailing unsafe working conditions and called out their employers for failing the very workers who take on essential work fueling planes, handling cargo, cleaning…
Read More >>Werner, the world leader in ladders and manufacturer of climbing products and fall protection equipment, announces the introduction of two new ladder innovations, including more multi-functional LOCKTOP™ ladder tops for Werner fiberglass step ladders and a first of its kind, LOCK-IN™ Tool Bag. Both solutions offer unique, innovative options for ladder storage on and off…
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Study Covers Training, Tech, Exec Buy-In Levels and More AI (artificial intelligence) safety training, labor shortages, supply chain challenges and PPE longevity – material handling / safety decision-makers had a lot to say about a number of key topics in a study commissioned recently by RDG Media. Wondering about the status of COVID-19 protocols in…
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By: Henry E. Payne, Ph.D., Contributor All workers need occupational safety and health training. More pointedly, they require training on the specific hazards they will encounter at their distinct worksites. Workers are frequently injured or made ill on the job because they encountered job hazards they were either not aware of, or they lack training…
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Protective gloves are a necessity for many workers, who must perform tasks that bring their hands into proximity or actual contact with harsh chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, sharp tools, heat, cold temperatures and other hazards. While most forms of hand protection can be worn regularly with no ill effects, there are a few that can have…
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By: Dom Tolli, Contributor Heroes don’t just exist on television or in the movies, they’re the people who walk alongside us each day – at work, school or your favorite restaurant. But even heroes need the right tools to save lives. It wasn’t long ago that millions of Americans witnessed Damar Hamlin collapse on the…
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By: Kevin Fipps, Contributor Wearable technology has emerged as a game-changer in the workplace. Tech gadgets such as smartwatches, smart glasses and fitness trackers are transforming the way we work by improving worker safety. Wearable devices can monitor employee movements and alert co-workers of danger, as well as measure fatigue, body temperature and repetitive…
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By: Maureen Paraventi Approximately three million workers in the U.S. use or service equipment that may unexpectedly release hazardous energy if that energy is not properly controlled. The results can be life altering or life ending: electrocution, burns, crushing, cutting, lacerating, amputations or fractures. According to OSHA, workers injured on the job from exposure to…
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By: Russ Niedzwiecki, Contributor Forklifts and MEWPs (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms) are familiar pieces of equipment in manufacturing facilities and warehouses of all types; however, there are significant safety concerns with both. Forklifts and MEWPs are both heavy and difficult to stop. Forklifts can tip over if the load they’re carrying is not properly balanced.…
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New models offer emissions-free electric performance and outdoor capability The Raymond Corporation, a global leader in intralogistics solutions and a recognized innovator in material handling equipment, introduces two products designed to provide exceptional performance while addressing the need for sustainable material handling solutions: the 4800 and 4810 80-volt sit-down counterbalanced trucks. The new pneumatic series…
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