New York — Hotel operators in New York City now must provide panic buttons to their workers, under a new law signed by Mayor Eric Adams (D) on Nov. 4.

In Episode 31, the S+H editorial team dives into the September issue’s feature story on setting up a volunteer first aid response team in your workplace, and discusses the ins and outs of worker engagement and buy-in with Shawn Galloway, CEO of ProAct Safety.

Will you be working in hot conditions? You’ll need to take steps to protect yourself from the heat.

In Episode 48, the S+H team examines the February issue’s CEO’s Who “Get It” feature and some of OSHA’s most unique cases. Also, National Safety Council colleague Maria Cordova joins the podcast to discuss the benefits of first aid at work in the “Five Questions With …” segment.

The Protégé ZM Single-Gas Monitor is an easy-to-use, zero-maintenance gas detection solution that delivers high performance in a small, ergonomically designed package. It is available in oxygen, carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfide single-gas models. With the Protégé ZM Single-Gas Monitor, industrial workers and first responders can focus on the task at hand, not on their equipment.

The Certified Environmental, Safety & Health Trainer is a certification dedicated to expertise in the developing, designing and delivering of safety, health and environmental training.

MCR Safety Nitrishield Color Fusion 6010 – Your color, your choice!

OLIVER^® Safety Footwear is uniquely suited for workers in the most extreme working conditions — mining, oil and gas, heavy metal fabrication and construction.

Protect any tape, small sign, rack label or paint with our new and improved UL-rated over-laminate tape protection.

The Nano-Lok^TM edge self-retracting lifeline is specifically designed for foot-level tie-off and sharp-edge applications.

The "Career Paths in Safety" brochure offers certification options at basic, technologist and technician, trainer, and professional levels. It outlines safety education, experience and job roles. "Career Paths in Safety" includes information on BCSP's certifications including the CSP, OHST, CHST, STS and CET.

Click here for more information from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals

Working alone presents employees with a number of challenges. Yet lone work is not inherently unsafe, according to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety in Hamilton, Ontario.

A lone worker is defined as a worker who cannot be seen or heard by another person, and cannot expect a visit from another employee.

Technology is playing a strong role in the advancement of plant safety, according to people in the safety industry.

SafetySign.com’s selection of official ANSI/OSHA-compliant plant and warehouse signs alert staff to potential hazards as well as the need for personal protective equipment, among other safety concerns.

Compacting and baling machines have uses in many industries, and also are involved in a number of fatalities and serious injuries.

Falls, struck-by incidents and overturned machinery are the most common causes of injury and death in forklift operations, according to NIOSH. Many of these deaths and injuries can be prevented by ensuring machine operators are trained and the work area is safe.

Operating heavy machinery can create significant hazards on a construction site.

Falls from tractors or trailing equipment can lead to serious injury and death on farms and ranches.

Woodworking equipment can be extremely dangerous if used incorrectly or if proper safeguards are not in place. Common injuries include lacerations, amputations, severed fingers and blindness. Additionally, wood dust can contain hazardous chemicals, which may cause skin and respiratory diseases.

Forklifts are commonplace around construction sites, warehouses and factories. But these powered industrial trucks can be deadly if used improperly, and they require respect and diligence for safe operation.

Do you operate a crane on your jobsite? Here are some tips on safe use from OSHA.

Are quick coupling devices used on your worksite to change excavator buckets and other attachments?

Having a job can be an exciting and rewarding experience for young people. But according to OSHA, people younger than 25 are 2 times as likely as older workers to be injured on the job, and more than 170,000 young workers were injured and 361 were killed at work in 2012.

According to NIOSH, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of work-related deaths among people ages 16 to 24 in the United States.

Operating a chain saw poses a number of very serious risks.

Chain saws are one of the most efficient portable power tools workers have at their disposal, according to OSHA. They also are one of the most dangerous.

Supervisors are responsible for the safety and health of their employees. This holds true when ensuring employees are using tools safely.

When working with a circular saw, one moment of distraction or carelessness is all it takes for tragedy to strike.

Powered hand drills can save workers a lot of time on the job, but caution is called for to avoid serious injuries.

Although many chainsaws now come equipped with safety features, workers still need to be trained on proper use of the tool.

Before you pick up that nail gun, do you know how to use it safely?

Commonly used by construction workers, cut-off saws “can be extremely dangerous because unguarded blades operate at very high speeds,” the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations cautions. The agency has created a list of do’s and don’ts.

Washington – OSHA on April 1 released its final rule on electric power generation, transmission and distribution; and electrical protective equipment.

Utility linemen face a variety of on-the-job hazards. From high-voltage contact and confined spaces to working at height and exposure to inclement weather, what’s being done to promote a culture of safety within the industry?

Telework can offer plenty of benefits for employers and employees alike. But how can companies promote safety for workers who are out of sight, working from a home office? Learn some tips from safety professionals, human resources directors and other telework experts.

Solitary work is a fact of life in many industries. How do organizations ensure safety for employees they cannot see? Safety experts and government officials offer advice on protecting lone workers.

In some organizations, the safety team consists of one person. What challenges does this create? How does a safety professional avoid feeling isolated and keep up with important trends when he or she is all alone? Three safety pros weigh in.

The definition of the gig economy is far from clear-cut, but experts agree that the ranks are growing – raising questions about who is responsible for gig workers' on-the-job safety and health.

Darien, IL — Fatigue and sleepiness are inherent safety risks for ridesharing drivers and their passengers, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine declares in a recent position statement.

Wearable technology offers EHS pros another way to help employees stay safer and healthier. But with its potential comes concerns.

Washington — Location geofencing is the subject of the latest white paper from the National Safety Council’s Work to Zero initiative

The SK-4 is a versatile safety cutter featuring a heavy-duty spring-loaded blade that self-retracts the instant the blade loses contact with the cutting surface.

The patented, American-made Lewis K710 Locking Safety Knife has a fixed-blade design that allows two-stage definitive cutting depth unavailable with retractable blade knives.

Does your knowledge of safety knives make the cut? Here, an industry insider shares his thoughts on new technology, how employers can help prevent misuse and what workers must understand.

Danatec’s Electrical Safety Training System NFPA 70E Online Training focuses on workplace electrical safety and the application of industry-accepted best practice consensus-based standards to effectively manage arc flash and electrical shock hazards.

This value pack includes the all-nylon Voltclaw-12, the industry’s first nonconductive wire control tool, and the nonconductive to 1,000V Voltclaw Multi-Gauge.

Cementex Belt Pouch Tool Combinations feature tools intended for safe use in arc fl ash environments.

The ChekVolt allows you to test for absence of voltage and provides voltage presence LED indication – all without opening enclosure doors.

Driving in foggy conditions can mean reduced visibility behind the wheel, which can lead to motor vehicle crashes.