Many dangers in the workplace are hazards that cannot be seen. For instance, viruses, extreme hot or cold temperatures, toxic vapors and even noise can present issues in the workplace that could lead ...

The last few years have brought on sweeping changes—and challenges—across workplaces and industries. Many found their roles transformed as health and safety came to the forefront of the ...

People who work in cold and wet conditions must endure extra hardships, especially when compared to indoor office workers. During the winter, outdoor workers are challenged by air temperature, wind ...

A healthy back is invaluable for a logistics worker—for most, their livelihood literally depends on it. Unfortunately, movements essential to their fast-paced workday—such as overexertion from ...

Some problems just seem to nag on, like something clinging to your hand you just can’t seem to vigorously shake or brush off, or worse, a splinter embedded in a sensitive spot that hurts but in too ...

Over the past year, there have been severe delivery backlogs on many brands of protective footwear. This is an industry-wide challenge, with months-long delays that are expected to continue for the ...

In the late 1960s, prior to the Occupational Safety and Health Act’s existence, 14,000 workers were dying as the result of workplace injuries each year. By 2020, the number of workplace fatalities had ...

When I worked as a regulatory consultant, I conducted many site visits to evaluate companies for compliance with OSHA’s HazCom Standard. During many of those visits, I’d identify a disconnect. The ...

The construction industry is full of risks. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) for all industries, including state and local government, is ...

In March, as part of the Biden Administration’s COVID-19 Preparedness Plan, the EPA released the Clean Air in Buildings Challenge, a call to action for all building owners and operators, schools, ...

For most employers, adequate safety training isn’t just desirable, it is also required by law. For example, OSHA requires trained first aid providers at all workplaces of any size if there is no ...

Noise is more than a nuisance. It’s responsible for the most prevalent occupational disease in the world. Sudden blasts of sound and prolonged exposure to excessive noise levels can cause ...