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The attributes of power and how it impacts safety performance

How is power distributed in an organization and how does it affect safety?




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New view, old view, what’s your view of safety?

The so-called “New View” of practicing safety is HOP. The “Old View” is BBS, and to an extent OSHA compliance.




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Tidal wave of change predicted for safety

Those with a big picture view of trends in occupational safety and health all agree on one prediction: How safety is practiced in the workplace will change dramatically in the next five years.




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Reversing the normalization of performance deviations can be difficult

Many organizations suffer from performance deviation despite their best efforts.




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Building resilient employees by guarding against future injuries

Rather than just reacting to workplace injury issues, we can take proactive steps to prevent them.




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Risk management challenges: Safety is in the eye of the beholder

Safety debates surrounding hiking risks run parallel to opinions on workplace safety.




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Attribution — A hidden risk factor

Attribution refers to the cognitive process that people use to find reason for either their own behavior or that of others.




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How digitizing processes can improve your safety culture

The consequences of a slow-moving and disjointed digital transformation can be far-reaching, and nowhere are they more critical than employee safety.




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The complete guide to building a world-class safety culture

A strong safety culture can help your organization have fewer accidents and ensure everyone knows they are collectively accountable.




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Eyewear for first responders aims to ‘protect those who protect us’

Mike Ettenberg, Founder of Frontline, is a retired firefighter tired of losing or destroying his designer shades in the heat of the frontlines. 




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ASSP revises key standard to elevate motor vehicle safety

The revised standard strengthens requirements for incident reporting and analysis, and includes modifications that address today’s vehicles, technologies and operating environments.




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Firefighter safety standards: Are we doing enough to protect our heroes?

Are we doing enough to keep firefighters safe? No, we are not – but setting priorities and executing on requirements is easier said than done. 




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J. J. Keller and ISEA release results of collaborative study on head protection practices, challenges

Research reveals there is actually significant confusion and over-simplification in the differences (and similarities) between hardhats and helmets.




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Sustainable solutions

PFAS-based repellents used in safety apparel can potentially lead to adverse health effects so solutions are needed.





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Redefining safety footwear for women

Founder of safety footwear for women highlights the unique challenges women face in hazardous work environments.




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OSHA-compliant loading dock safety gate

This powered, two polymer-rail, vertical-rising gate is OSHA-compliant, meeting all standards for fall protection and walking-working surfaces.




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Building a safer future: OSHA’s initiatives for 2024 and beyond

Onboarding more personnel, especially in compliance officer and senior executive staff roles, has significantly enhanced OSHA’s oversight capacity.




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Taking respiratory protection to a higher level

The hierarchy of controls for respiratory protection is a system designed to minimize or eliminate exposure to airborne contaminants.




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CO2Meter introduces the PRO-10 Portable CO2 Safety Detector

Without proper CO2 monitoring, personnel in environments like restaurants, beverage distribution facilities, grow spaces, and laboratories are at significant risk. 




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ASSP and S4NP form alliance to advance worker safety

The two organizations will cross-promote volunteering opportunities while sharing content and amplifying the stories of members and member communities.





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NIOSH announces phase 3 winners of the Respirator Fit Evaluation Challenge

The Challenge was a three-phase, $350,000 competition aimed at improving respirator fit evaluation.




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Beyond rain protection: The importance of flame-resistant and arc-rated gear

Non-FR/AR rainwear can ignite and melt when exposed to flames or electrical arcs, exacerbating injuries.




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FallTech compact SRL

Self-retracting lifeline is made for utility crews working at height.




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ESAB Savage A50 LUX welding helmet

This automatic helmet includes premium features.




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Mechanix Wear arc flash glove

Hand protection for those working with risk of fire, arc flash and cuts.




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BOA/Timberland footwear partnership

Four new models for Fall 2024.




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Your guide to green building: Sustainable construction, renewable materials and energy efficiency

This shift towards eco-conscious construction responds to escalating environmental concerns, evolving regulations, and growing consumer demand for sustainable living spaces. 




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KEEN Utility’s Overton Work Sneaker

Designed for any terrain, new boot offers style and protection. 




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Cat Footwear heavy-duty work boot

Designed for any terrain, new boot offers style and protection. 




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Preventing opioid use disorder in the mining industry: NIOSH, MSHA release workplace solutions guide

The guide provides a structure by which employers can assess, plan, and implement strategies and practices that support mine worker mental health and address harmful opioid use.  




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OSHA: Fatal grain engulfment could have been prevented if they had adequate rescue equipment

OSHA found the Missouri grain cooperative had not completed a required bin entry permit before allowing the worker inside. 




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Investigation finds contractors failed to protect rigger from fatal 30-story fall at Fort Lauderdale high-rise

A 27-year-old rigger suffered fatal injuries after falling approximately 30 stories.





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Massachusetts contractor’s safety failures led to employee’s crushing death

OSHA investigation finds operator of three Massachusetts waterproofing contracting companies could have prevented an employee from dying in February 2024 when part of a foundation broke and fell.




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Worker dies from stone slab fall due to company's failure to follow safety standards

Employees were using a forklift to take stone slabs off a storage rack when the slab became unsecured and struck the worker. OSHA investigators find it could have been prevented. 




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Don't let Halloween turn into a horror story: Fire safety essentials

Regular inspections and the implementation of advanced technologies, such as IoT sensors, are essential for early risk detection and prevention of catastrophic events.




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EHS think tank to provide virtual and in-person learning best practices

The Institute is a collective of in-field and C-suite environmental, health & safety expertise.




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OSHA reports decline in worker death investigations

Preliminary agency data show a decrease in fatalities the agency is mandated to investigate, including significant reductions in fatal injuries from trench collapses and falls.




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ASSP revises key standard ahead of World Standards Week

The revised standard is helping to elevate World Standards Week, an event held Nov. 12-14 by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) to promote best practices in workplace safety.




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'I don’t care about looking weird'

A new study by NIOSH reports that more than half (53%) of the workers don’t use hearing protection “always” or “usually” when encountering dangerous noise levels.




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Hydrocolloids provide stability amid evolving beverage trends

With plant-based ingredients in high demand, formulators oftentimes are turning to hydrocolloid solutions to deliver the stabilization these beverages need.




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Functional, health trends call for masking agents

Current trends for health-and-wellness, plant-based, reduced-sugar and functional beverages, for example, easily can affect the taste, mouthfeel and overall beverage experience. Thus, beverage formulators engage masking ingredients to fight off any unwanted effects.




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Citrus continues to help beverage-makers reach on-trend profiles

Today, as people are increasingly seeking out ways that proactively support overall well-being, experts note that citrus ingredients that contain vitamin C continue to attract attention.




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Adaptogens, botanical extracts help beverage-makers meet consumers’ need states

With the functional beverage space growing dramatically, experts note that consumer interest in botanicals and adaptogens is on the rise.




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CBD, THC ingredients in-demand for beverage formulations

Although cannabis beverages still are a niche market, the interest in this space remains expansive as ingredient suppliers have advanced the quality of CBD, THC and hemp solutions.




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Protein shows its all-inclusive appeal for beverage solutions

More consumers are engaging in the active nutrition community, offering more opportunities for protein fortification. Suppliers are developing animal- and plant-based protein solutions to meet this growing demand. 




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Tea that goes beyond hydration is hot

Clean label and better-for-you trends have elevated tea ingredients as beverage-makers look to deliver these attributes to consumers.




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Classic flavors remain in fashion

Experts note that not only do classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate and strawberry resonate with consumers, but also remain the tried-and-true go-to for beverage-makers.




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Exotic fruits heat up the beverage scene

As health and wellness remains top of mind, brands are turning to exotic fruits to deliver exciting, unique flavor options.




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Consumers can’t get enough coffee

Experts note that people’s love for coffee has fueled the array of coffee extracts and concentrates appearing outside of traditional RTD coffee settings. 




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Plant proteins gain popularity

Consumers are seeking out plant-based products for a variety of reasons, but the two most popular factors being that such options are better for their health and better for the planet, experts note.