heal Occupational Health and Safety Data Management – Taking a What, How and Why Approach By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 01 Jul 2023 09:00:48 -0400 This white paper assesses the significance of OHS data, analyzes current performance in the domain, identifies significant trends, and proposes interventions to address concerns and enhance overall performance. Full Article
heal Hearing loss higher than expected in some health care and social assistance subsectors: NIOSH By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Mar 2018 09:00:00 -0400 Washington — Workers in certain subsectors of the health care and social assistance industry experience hearing loss at a rate higher than expected “for an industry that has had assumed ‘low-exposure’ to noise,” according to a recent study from NIOSH. Full Article
heal NIOSH seeks to survey school workers about health issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2013 03:00:00 -0500 Washington – NIOSH is seeking comment on a proposed survey of school workers to gauge the relationship between building conditions and worker health. Full Article
heal Chemical dispersants used in oil spills cleanup linked to health issues: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Durham, NC – Workers exposed to oil dispersants during cleanup of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil rig disaster are likely to experience respiratory issues and other health problems, according to a new study from the National Institutes of Health. Full Article
heal Preserving hearing health By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 My earmuffs are too bulky. What other types of hearing protection can I use? Are there other ways I can preserve my hearing? Full Article
heal Occupational safety and health degree By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Aug 2015 00:02:00 -0400 The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health degree will provide students with a flexible, relevant and current curriculum that includes opportunities for students to demonstrate a depth of knowledge in safety and health theory and technology necessary to function at the safety and health professional level in industry. Full Article
heal ‘Care bundle’ helps health care workers avoid PPE-related facial pressure injuries: researchers By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Dublin — Frontline health care workers treating COVID-19 patients can reduce their risk of developing a facial pressure injury caused by prolonged use of personal protective equipment by using the contents of a specially designed “care bundle,” claim researchers from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. Full Article
heal ILO calls for collaboration to protect workers’ eye health By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Geneva — Occupational safety and health programs should identify and assess the on-the-job risks to eye health, the International Labor Organization says. Full Article
heal NIOSH outlines Health Hazard Evaluation Program By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – A new NIOSH publication describes how the agency’s Health Hazard Evaluation Program works with employers to investigate possible dangers in the workplace. Full Article
heal Exposure to powdered toner doesn’t significantly impact lung health: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Tokyo — Long-term exposure to powdered toner or toner-using machines has no significant impact on lung health, concludes a recent study of copier industry workers by researchers at Japan’s Showa University. Full Article
heal Sit less to improve heart health, researchers say By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 London — Improving your cardiovascular health can be as simple as replacing 30 minutes of sitting with another activity, results of a recent study out of England show. Full Article
heal OSHA awards $12.7M in safety and health training grants By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — OSHA has issued $12.7 million in safety and health training grants to 102 nonprofit organizations, via its Susan Harwood Training Grant Program. Full Article
heal NIOSH announces Center for Firefighter Safety, Health, and Well-being By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — NIOSH has established a center to “better protect firefighters and be able to identify and prevent new and emerging hazards in the fire service earlier and faster” through research and service. Full Article
heal ‘Health Effects of 9/11’ exhibit now at Flight 93 National Memorial By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — A traveling NIOSH exhibit spotlights research that has advanced medical treatment and awareness of the health problems experienced by workers who responded to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Full Article
heal 3D printer emissions can harm respiratory health: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Atlanta — Emissions from 3D printers may contain fine and ultrafine particles that can damage airway cells and negatively affect respiratory health, result of a recent study show. Full Article
heal Study looks at police officers, head injuries and mental health issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Columbus, OH — Three out of 10 law enforcement officers have experienced a work-related head injury, putting them at risk of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression, according to a recent study. Full Article
heal Mold in space: Can researchers help protect astronauts’ health? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Columbus, OH — Moisture and mold go together – even in space – so it’s important to control dust and humidity in space stations to protect astronauts, researchers say. Full Article
heal Worker mental health: New resources from EU-OSHA By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Bilbao, Spain — A new report from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work suggests practical measures – such as changes in work environment, hours and patterns, as well as tasks and equipment – that employers can implement to help and retain workers after mental health-related absences. Full Article
heal Health conditions raise women’s risk of work-related injuries, study finds By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Aurora, CO — Anxiety, depression and fatigue increase women’s risk of getting hurt at work, according to a recent study from the Colorado School of Public Health’s Center for Health, Work and Environment. Full Article
heal Nursing organizations launch campaign to address safety and health issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 15 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Silver Spring, MD — The American Nurses Association, in partnership with the U.S. Public Health Service chief nurse officer and the University of North Carolina and University of Washington schools of nursing, has launched a campaign with initiatives that include addressing industry concerns such as workplace violence and safe and appropriate staffing levels. Full Article
heal Health care accreditation group publishes lessons learned from COVID-19 pandemic By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Oakbrook Terrace, IL — In response to the COVID-19 pandemic “pushing health care organizations to their limits and workers beyond physical exhaustion,” accreditation organization The Joint Commission has published a special edition Sentinel Event Alert highlighting adverse events and high-risk conditions. Full Article
heal Shift work has ‘significant’ impact on sleep health, study of Australian miners finds By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Perth, Australia — It’s “imperative” that employers try to improve work shift scheduling so workers can get adequate sleep, researchers from Edith Cowan University say after their recent study of mine workers in Australia. Full Article
heal Prioritize sleep, manage fatigue: New tip sheet for health care workers By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Darien, IL — Promoting heathy sleep habits among health care workers is the goal of a new tip sheet from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Full Article
heal Irregular work hours when young may harm health later in life By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 New York — Young adults who work irregular shifts may be at elevated risk of developing sleep problems and physical and mental health issues decades later, results of a recent study suggest. Full Article
heal HID State of Healthcare Security Report Details Rising Cyber & Physical Threats By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:47:28 -0400 More than 3 in 4 respondents (77 percent) to HID’s survey believe integrating digital and physical security is crucial for healthcare facilities to combat rising cyber and physical attacks. Full Article
heal Document control in environmental, health and safety By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0400 How can organizations more efficiently create and review document control records, route documents, and conduct change requests using environmental, health and safety software tools? Full Article
heal Mental health resources and training ‘underutilized’ in civil construction industry: report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Feb 2023 13:55:07 -0500 Hamilton, NJ — Leaders and workers in the civil construction industry lack training and resources on addressing and promoting mental health, according to a recent report published by Dodge Data & Analytics. Full Article
heal DHS needs ‘holistic approach’ to worker health: report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – The Department of Homeland Security should develop a strategy that addresses physical, emotional and mental health to help workers within the department better deal with job-related stress, concludes a report from the Institute of Medicine. Full Article
heal Safety and health concerns high among Nebraska prison workers, survey shows By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Lincoln, NE – Nebraska prison officials need to address inmate violence against employees – as well as the overall safety culture – in the state’s correctional facilities, according to the results of a survey of correctional workers released June 1 by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. Full Article
heal Free OSHA training available for federal employees in charge of safety and health By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — OSHA will conduct a free, three-day training event for federal employees who are responsible for their agencies’ workplace safety and health. Full Article
heal Back to health: What to do about low back pain By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:03:00 -0400 Four out of 5 adults will experience low back pain, data show. What can employers do to help workers? Full Article
heal How healthy is your home workstation? Researchers identify key ergo issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati — Millions of people working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic may be sitting at improperly arranged workstations that increase their risk of eye, head, neck, back, shoulder, wrist and forearm stress and strain injuries, according to the results of a recent survey conducted by University of Cincinnati researchers. Full Article
heal Solid waste industry should embrace Total Worker Health, researchers say By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 College Station, TX — Three out of 4 solid waste workers say their employer considers workplace safety and health important, yet only 1 in 4 feel encouraged to share safety-related suggestions. Full Article
heal Social distancing helps prevent spread of flu, health institute says By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400 Tempe, AZ – School closings and social distancing measures helped limit transmission of influenza in Mexico during the 2009 pandemic, indicates research released May 25 by the Fogarty International Center at the National Institutes of Health. Full Article
heal UL Workplace Health and Safety By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Feb 2015 00:01:00 -0500 UL’s PureSafety Safety Management System employs integrated tools to simplify and centralize training, safety and compliance programs. With a single, comprehensive system, you can seamlessly manage recurring training requirements, report incidents and observations and provide powerful reporting and analytics. See it in action at the TSCE in Booth 1017. Click here for more information from UL Workplace Health and Safety Full Article
heal OSHA standard on preventing violence in health care ‘a priority,’ Marty Walsh tells lawmakers By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 18 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — OSHA will prioritize rulemaking for a standard on preventing workplace violence in health care and social settings, Labor Secretary Marty Walsh testified during a May 17 House subcommittee hearing. Full Article
heal Study links workplace harassment to serious health issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Chicago — Chronic workplace harassment may increase the risk of coronary heart disease, arthritic/rheumatic conditions and migraines, results of a recent University of Illinois Chicago study show. Full Article
heal Work Health Solutions By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Work Health Solutions, a San Jose, CA-based provider of concierge-style occupational medicine for large-scale employers nationwide, recently announced it has opened an employee health clinic in Las Vegas. Full Article
heal Workplace violence in health care: Lawmakers seek stiffer penalties By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Physical assaults on health care workers in hospitals could lead to federal penalties and up to 20 years of jail time, under new bipartisan legislation. Full Article
heal Health care industry needs more OSHA standards, inspections: report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jul 2013 01:00:00 -0400 Washington – OSHA needs to issue more regulations that protect health care workers and conduct more inspections of facilities in that industry, according to a report released July 17 by advocacy group Public Citizen. Full Article
heal OSHA campaign targets MSDs in health care industry By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2013 01:00:00 -0400 Philadelphia – OSHA has launched a campaign that aims to protect health care workers from musculoskeletal disorders, the leading cause of injuries for those workers. Full Article
heal Setting up a workplace safety and health program By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Looking for some quick recommendations for setting up a workplace safety and health program? OSHA has 10 steps. Full Article
heal UL Workplace Health and Safety By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 29 May 2015 00:40:00 -0400 Make safety management easy with PureSafety. PureSafety software lets you centralize and deliver all of your training, understand every employee’s training status, and track workplace safety performance metrics. Find out how. Click here for more information from UL Workplace Health and Safety Full Article
heal The picture of health By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 It’s one of occupational safety’s greatest ironies – the professionals who care for the ill and injured are themselves among the most likely to become sick or hurt on the job. Full Article
heal CDC Foundation offers ‘healthy workforce’ resource By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0500 The CDC Foundation has released an extensive online resource to help employers and workers improve health and safety. Full Article
heal CDC Foundation offers employer resources for worker heart health By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Atlanta – Preventing heart disease and improving health and productivity in the workplace is the goal of “Business Pulse: Heart Health,” released April 29 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Foundation. Full Article
heal Health care worker group releases flier on the ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of wearing gloves By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Arlington, VA – The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology has created a flier detailing best practices for proper use of different types of gloves in health care settings. Full Article
heal OSHA temporary enforcement effort targeting health care facilities with COVID-19 patients By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — OSHA recently announced the start of a three-month increase of inspections at hospitals and nursing care facilities that treat COVID-19 patients. Full Article
heal OIG to OSHA: Plan for better collaboration with other agencies during health and safety crises By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Understaffed amid the COVID-19 pandemic, OSHA “lost a valuable opportunity” to better protect workers by “not identifying federal partners in a position to assist during a large-scale safety and health crisis,” concludes a Department of Labor Office of Inspector General audit report released March 31. Full Article
heal Psychological health and safety By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 What is ISO 45003? What insights does it provide on psychological health and safety in the workplace? Full Article