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Weekly News Round-up

The coronavirus continues to claim victims; new incidents at Chevron’s Richmond, California refinery and OSHA launches a website to help it commemorate its 50th anniversary. These were among the top stories featured on ISHN.com this week.




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NSC unveils comprehensive plan for presidential candidates to combat opioid misuse

The National Safety Council (NSC), in partnership with more than 50 organizations and companies nationwide, released a comprehensive, inclusive strategy to address opioid misuse that all presidential candidates – regardless of party – should either adopt in full or use to close gaps in existing plans and policies.




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Colorectal cancer burden shifting to younger individuals

The burden of colorectal cancer is swiftly shifting to younger individuals as incidence increases in young adults and declines in older age groups, according to Colorectal Cancer Statistics 2020, a publication of the American Cancer Society. A sign of the shift: the median age of diagnosis has dropped from age 72 in 2001-2002 to age 66 during 2015-2016.




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Weekly news round-up

Firefighters’ deaths lead to a lawsuit against a construction company; nurses get the recognition they deserve and new studies show what we’ve known all along: staying active can help you live longer.




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Understanding and reducing effects of stress on your health

Did you know that our body does not discriminate between sources of stress? It simply responds to the stress. So, whether the stress is coming from an actual event, or simply a thought, the body may react in a similar way. Now, in these times when there is so much uncertainty, stress can have a huge impact on our bodies.




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eCompliance unveils concept app: eC Edge

eCompliance unveils its newest advancement in their product line-up at NXT 2019: The Future of EHS, their annual conference. The concept version of the eC Edge App was announced to attendees today to give customers and prospects a first-hand look at the advanced functionality the product will begin to offer in 2020.




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KPA announces Vera Suite™ for all-in-one EHS and workforce compliance management

KPA, a leading software, consulting services, and training provider for Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and Workforce Compliance solutions, announced today the upcoming release of the Vera SuiteTM software platform for managing EHS, workforce compliance, online training, and regulatory management in a single integrated cloud system.




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ASSP announces sessions for Safety 2024 in Denver

If you haven't yet registered, you have until March 21 to get the discounted early rate. 




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OSHA Chief Doug Parker underscores agency’s commitment to worker safety and health

At ASSP Safety 2024, he addresses enforcement efforts, new and upcoming rulemaking, and the importance of a holistic approach to worker well-being.




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Radians announces campus expansion, to unveil over 30 new safety solutions at 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

Radians’ new 110,000 sq. ft. facility at 6100 Global Drive in Memphis, TN, represents a major expansion.




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Less is more in safety content communications

How do you ensure accountability – that the most important data is not overlooked or forgotten, that hazards are fixed, that incident or near miss causes are found, and that a mitigation solution is sustained long term?




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Politics surround Pregnant Workers Act

Rich economies need women to work. But women present a special health and safety risk at work when they become pregnant. How do rich economies manage this risk?




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How the hunt for nurses with fake diplomas impacts OHS

The hunting season for nurses with a fake academic diploma opened during late January 2023, and thousands were found.




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Heat exposure has killed hundreds of U.S. workers — it’s time to do something about it

As brutal heat continues this summer, a report published in August by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) says outdoor workers in the United States could face four times as many days with hazardous heat by mid-century if action isn't taken to reduce greenhouse gas pollution.




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Biden urges voluntary compliance as agency extends comments period for two initiatives

President Joe Biden asked businesses to voluntarily move forward with the administration’s Covid-19 vaccine and testing requirements.




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June is National Safety Month

There are increased unintentional injuries and fatalities during the summer months, and according to the most recent data available, more than 4,100 preventable workplace deaths and 4 million injuries occurred in 2020.




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Report uncovers extreme stress facing industrial workers

A new report conducted by a third-party research firm reveals that the demands of transport workers, as defined by warehousing, transport, manufacturing and construction, are having significant negative impacts not only on industrial workers’ bodies, but also their mental and emotional wellbeing.




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What’s it like running a large global trade show?

A+A Trade Fair director Lars Wismer discusses what it was like to run the massive global event for the first time.




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Safety news update: Ladder safety, Elon Musk’s tunnel project and more

A roundup of current events in workplace safety, including Ladder Safety Month training opportunities and Elon Musk’s latest OSHA violations.




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J. J. Keller and ISEA launch collaborative PPE Pain Points Survey

EHS and safety professionals are encouraged to share their experiences with buying PPE and managing PPE use.




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J. J. Keller and Juno Jones announce collaboration to provide safety footwear

The brand launched with women's footwear made especially for female foot measurements and style, and its viral popularity quickly grew the brand to include men's durable safety footwear built for all day comfort.




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The young, fit, and the injured: How to keep Gen Z workers safe

The highest rate of injury is seen with workers between the ages of 18-24, who are experiencing emergency-room injuries at a rate of 2.3 injuries per 100 full-time equivalents — a factor that may be driving the youngest working generation away from these positions.




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Build a secure work environment by fostering safety and communication

In addition to requiring workers to wear the necessary safety equipment, it’s also important for management to create a strong work culture and to show the staff that they’re valued. Here are some tips for prioritizing safety and communication in an industrial setting. 




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Insights into effective safety communication

The effectiveness of workplace communication is reliant on a number of factors, such as environment, skillset and structure.




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OSHA announces $11.7M in funding for safety, health training

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced $11.7 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants to support training and education for workers and employers. The goal is to help identify and prevent workplace safety and health hazards.  




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Let’s debunk common misconceptions about HazCom training

We need to abandon the popular misconceptions that compromise the effectiveness of HazCom training programs.




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Final week of discounted rate for SafetyFOCUS

This fall’s SafetyFOCUS immersive education experience from the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) will help occupational safety and health professionals advance their careers and keep workers safe in all industries. But there’s only one week left to secure a discounted rate because early bird registration ends Thursday, Aug. 25.




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Understand your jobsite safety climate strengths & weaknesses

Companies of any size or available resources can start their safety climate improvement journey by using one of the system’s two assessments developed by CPWR (with stakeholder input) to either measure their safety climate maturity or conduct a simple needs assessment of the company’s jobsite safety climate across eight leading indicators.




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AIHA and dBase Media announce Healthier Workplaces, Healthier Communities Video Series on impact of OEHS Professionals

Scheduled to premiere in May 2023 during AIHce EXP, AIHA’s annual conference, the series aims to introduce the public to the key role the occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) profession plays in creating healthier workplaces and communities.




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$10.5M in funding available to support mine safety, health training, education

MSHA will award these grants as part of its fiscal year 2023 State Grants program.




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Intertek Alchemy launches lean training library for all levels of the manufacturing workforce

The new Intertek Alchemy frontline worker lean training courses close that gap by training both frontline workers and their managers to understand the “why” behind the “what” of lean manufacturing, encouraging them to adopt and accelerate lean principles.




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Understanding and managing freefall distances

In this article, we'll guide you through the importance of accurately calculating fall distance and maintaining necessary clearance to avoid injuries.




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Does punishment work? Absolutely, but probably not

Invited to do a workshop for a very large international corporation, I went out to a dinner where I sat next to the “grand poohbah” vice president in charge of all things quality and safety. He leaned over to me and said:




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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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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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Exotic fruits offer functional appeal to beverage-makers

As health and wellness trends continue to be a driving factor in the beverage industry, experts highlight how exotic fruits’ functional attributes and unique flavor profiles have growing appeal.




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Organic, functional demands driving future for coffee ingredients

Coffee trends are prompting beverage-makers to adapt to new consumer demands for the staple American beverage. However, as consumers seek out organic, functional attributes in coffee solutions, experts see more opportunities beyond the traditional coffee category.




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Functional beverages place greater need for masking ingredients

As functional beverages remain in demand, experts highlight how masking ingredients are essential in formulations by enhancing a beverage’s overall drinking experience.




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Brooklyn Brewery unveils new grant program

Aimed at celebrating and supporting creativity, the initiative highlights the brewery’s commitment to fostering creativity, innovation and passions of its community.




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Oktoberfest brings opportunities for U.S. on-premise, report shows

With the price of Oktoberfest brews higher than other beers, Oktoberfest beers, festivities bring big sales opportunities that many operators can capitalize on.




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Understanding safety practices and related costs in beverage warehouses

From an operations perspective, safety is an important investment in the warehouse.




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NIL offers new opportunities for athletes, beverage brands

A budding marketing opportunity for brand owners, NIL is gaining traction, but as beverage companies look to engage in this realm, it is important to understand the dynamics.




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Upgraded Points unveils top canned cocktails, mocktails by state

Given the rise of ready-to-drink RTD cocktails, Upgraded Points recently released a study unveiling the most popular canned cocktails and mocktails in each U.S. state. 




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Honey offers beverage alcohol new opportunities

Honey has a rich history in beverage alcohol whether it’s with the creation of meads — a honey wine — or its addition to whiskey. Now the ingredient is finding itself in more spirits categories as brands look to differentiate.




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Treasury Wine Estates, Hello Sunshine partner on new wine line

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), Melbourne, Australia, announced the launch of its new line of premium wines, Drop of Sunshine, in partnership with Candle Media’s Hello Sunshine, a multi-channel media company founded by Reese Witherspoon that puts women at the center of every story it creates, celebrates and discovers. 




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Absolut unveils cocktail kit ahead of ‘WICKED’ movie release

As the official spirits partner of Universal Pictures’ “WICKED,” in theaters Nov. 22, Absolut is toasting to the power of friendship and inclusivity by offering “WICKED” consumers mystifying cocktail recipes.




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Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg announce launch of Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop

Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg announced the launch of Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop, an ultra-premium gin now available for purchase nationwide. 




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WeighPack unveils automated coffee bagging system




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ThruWave announces 3D, problem-detection program, INSIGHT




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AstroNova unveils new digital printing solutions

AstroNova Inc. introduced a variety of new digital printer solutions under its flagship QuickLabel and TrojanLabel product brands.