io Ohio Safety Congress' educational sessions are live By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:14:30 -0400 There's something for everyone. Full Article
io Final days of discounted rate for winter session of SafetyFOCUS By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Nov 2023 09:30:17 -0500 The winter session’s discounted early rate expires after Nov. 16. Full Article
io Case study: Optimizing lockout procedures for a multi-site, national retailer By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:01:57 -0500 As an organization highly committed to safety, it was important to this premium retailer that they take a proactive approach to control any hazardous energy that could impact safety and/or the efficiency of their stores – and the sooner the better. Full Article
io Haws® Corporation appoints Chuck Gruber as new CEO By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:21:32 -0500 While Gruber is the first Haws CEO from outside the founding family, Haws continues to be owned by family members and upholds the same values since its beginnings in 1906. Full Article
io BCSP’s 'The Hub' aims to equip, connect safety professionals By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:01:35 -0500 The Hub offers industry knowledge, best practices, expert insight, and a place to connect with other safety professionals. It features content in a variety of formats. Full Article
io Feds investigating major chemical fire at Bio-Lab Facility in Conyers, GA By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 11:24:34 -0400 The owner of a Georgia chemical plant that had a massive chemical fire has been cited and fined repeatedly by the federal government, mostly for violations related to employees not receiving proper safety training. Full Article
io Maryland becomes sixth state to enact heat safety protections for workers. By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:27:03 -0400 Maryland joins five states – California, Colorado, Minnesota, Oregon and Washington – that already have statewide heat standards in place. Full Article
io New NIOSH center focuses on firefighter safety, health and well-being By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:54:51 -0400 The Center provides a central point for partners to engage with NIOSH on the broad spectrum of firefighter-related research and services. Full Article
io Top 10 OSHA Violations for Fiscal Year 2022 By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 The following is a guide to the top 10 most violated standards of 2022 with quick tips and educational information on each standard. Full Article
io 2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Respiratory Protection, general industry By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 The OSHA standard on respiratory protection, general industry is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022. Full Article
io 2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) general industry By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 The OSHA standard on control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) general industry is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022. Full Article
io Fast and precise gas analysis for synthetic gas production control By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:22:44 -0400 Syngas – or synthetic gas – is created by the gasification of carbonaceous materials, and is made up of hydrogen and carbon monoxide in various ratios. This article takes a looks at the top things to consider when choosing an MS system to enable precise control and optimization of syngas production. Full Article
io Mitigating the hidden risks of start-up and shutdown operations By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400 While commonly associated with planned shutdowns and turnarounds, SU/SD operations also encompass routine operational cycles and processes that occur independently of these events. These SU/SD operations produce various risks that need to be carefully managed to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of industrial facilities. Full Article
io MSA Safety launches the SENTRY io® Controller for gas and flame monitoring By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jan 2024 17:13:24 -0500 Designed for easy use with an intuitive touchscreen operating system, the SENTRY io Controller can help users save time and reduce costs. Full Article
io Innovation in gas detection – MSA announces shared alerts for enhanced safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:25:25 -0400 MSA Safety’s innovative gas detection systems can communicate and share alerts, helping you keep workers safer than ever before. Full Article
io Honeywell and Chevron collaborate on AI-assisted solutions for refining processes By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Collaboration aims to enhance refining operations and workforce with advanced AI-Assisted technologies, including a new generation of alarm management solutions. Full Article
io OSHA: Worker's amputation caused by lack of machine guards By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:30:25 -0400 The OSHA investigation determined that the Texas plant's operator failed to install required machine guards or locking devices, exposing workers to hazardous contact with moving machine parts. Full Article
io A guide to power generation plant safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:21:48 -0400 Power generation plants are essential for meeting the world's energy needs, but they also pose significant hazards to workers. In this guide, we'll briefly explore the top hazards in power generation plants and discuss effective solutions to minimize risks and improve safety. Full Article
io Addressing challenges in lockout tagout implementation By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 May 2024 16:55:24 -0400 This article discusses the most common challenges in lockout tagout implementation, from outdated practices to human behavior. Full Article
io Flipping the script on health and wellness: Prioritizing prevention By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:48:35 -0400 When workers aren’t taking control of their health, it can be quite costly for employers. Here are three tactics for employers to begin utilizing. Full Article
io Beyond the mask: Respiratory protection in contaminated environments By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:19:11 -0400 The danger presented by airborne contaminants, though very real, is sometimes not immediately obvious, which is why respiratory protection in contaminated environments must mean more than throwing on whatever mask is handy. Full Article
io Cold stress: Protecting workers in refrigeration environments By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:00:17 -0400 It’s imperative that those working with industrial freezers are able to recognize, treat, and most important prevent cold stress and its potential health impacts. Full Article
io Hidden risks in the construction site By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 May 2024 09:15:00 -0400 Explore hidden risks on construction sites from hearing loss to vibration injuries. Full Article
io Construction supervisor pleads guilty to obstructing investigation into workplace death By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:34:48 -0400 One of New York man's employees died after a fall from an improperly secured roof. Full Article
io Cost-effective strategies to safeguard your construction business By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:11:19 -0400 To reduce the number of delays in a project, you should build reliable processes that facilitate the completion of projects on time and in order. Full Article
io PODCAST | The role of technology in enhancing construction safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The construction industry has seen a significant shift towards the use of technology to improve safety management. Full Article
io 7 best practices for walkway protection under scaffolding By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 14:56:47 -0400 Fall injuries may be the most obvious scaffold-related hazard, but they’re not the only one. Debris and objects falling from scaffolds can hit passersby underneath. Full Article
io Contractor again fails to protect workers from deadly fall hazards at construction sites By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:14:16 -0400 Wisconsin construction company has failed to correct multiple fall protection hazards, exposing workers to risk. Full Article
io What are new view applications? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:15:00 -0400 The New View is fundamentally the application of systems thinking to workplace health and safety. It considers safety an emergent property of the system. So what does that jargon mean? Instead of focusing on an individual thing, the organization steps back and takes a broader view. Full Article
io High-Reliability Operations emphasize error management By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 What is a High Reliability Organization? The work is highly technical and complex, operators require a high level of technical training and certification, and the consequences of error can be catastrophic. Hence, “it has to be done right every time.” Full Article
io Humanistic behaviorism: The essence of effective behavior-based safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Full Article
io When seconds count: Making eyewash stations accessible, responsive and safer By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:34:38 -0400 Recent advances in plumbed permanent eyewash stations are improving the odds of workers walking away from these accidents with their eyes with minimal eye damage. Full Article
io The rebranding and expansion of industrial hygiene By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500 In this podcast, we discuss how the industrial hygiene professional has evolved over the years as well as AIHA’s rebranding, and even AI as it relates to safety. Full Article
io IoT resupply buttons benefit vendor-managed inventory programs By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Jergens Industrial Supply recently teamed up with custom software development group MindHARBOR Inc. to solve a problem in their supply chain -- and in the process found a new line of Internet of Things (IoT) technology to market to other distributors. Full Article
io ISEA’s new online training courses for safety sales professionals By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) has announced two new online training programs for safety sales and marketing professionals. The new courses are part of ISEA’s strategic initiative to provide quality professional development programs to broaden knowledge and competency in occupational health and safety. Full Article
io The next recession is coming — by 2021 By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Two-thirds of business economists in the U.S. expect a recession to begin by the end of 2020, with trade policy presenting the greatest risk to the expansion, according to a new survey reported by Bloomberg. So you can keep the panic button under lock and key. Full Article
io AD completes planned transition to member ownership By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 AD, the contractor and industrial products wholesale buying / marketing group, announced the completion of the transition of ownership from AD’s long-time Chairman & CEO, Bill Weisberg, to the buying group’s distributor members. Full Article
io Snow Phipps Group acquires BlackHawk Industrial Distribution By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Headquartered in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, BlackHawk is a leading distributor of cutting tools, abrasives and industrial MRO products used in manufacturing, aerospace & defense, energy, auto aftermarket, construction, general industrial, medical and agriculture applications. Full Article
io Motion Industries acquires Hydraulic Supply Company By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Motion Industries, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company, announced that it acquired Hydraulic Supply Company (HSC). Execution of the transaction was completed on October 1, 2018. Full Article
io Epicore Biosystems to deploy connected hydration globally to Chevron's frontline workers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:30:27 -0400 Connected Hydration is a sweat-sensing wearable biosensor and cloud analytics solution that measures sweat loss, sodium loss, skin temperature, and movement to provide actionable rehydration strategies in real time to industrial workers ahead of adverse dehydration events. Full Article
io Balancing innovation and integrity: Advanced tech in Olympic safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2024 17:27:28 -0400 Allegations of using drones for unfair advantage during the Tokyo 2020 Games raise serious ethical concerns and underscore the need for responsible technology use in the Olympics. Full Article
io DOL announces $1.4M in grants to prevent workplace gender-based violence, harassment By www.ishn.com Published On :: Sat, 14 Sep 2024 22:31:52 -0400 Workplace violence and harassment disproportionately harms women from underserved and historically marginalized communities, including women of color, LGBTQI+ individuals, women with disabilities and women affected by persistent poverty and inequality. Full Article
io Avetta Partners with the National Safety Council to Introduce the Safety Maturity Index™ By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 13:40:17 -0400 The new index advances safety management by providing a scalable, actionable framework based on leading indicators to enhance safety outcomes across global supply chains. Full Article
io Regular maintenance practices to ensure safe milling operations By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 18:11:31 -0400 Prioritizing routine maintenance helps businesses keep operations safe, efficient and cost-effective in the long run. Full Article
io Matthew Rehlander of National OnDemand, Inc. named 2024 J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:12:51 -0400 Free webcast scheduled on October 3 to hear firsthand accounts of the three top outstanding safety professionals. Full Article
io Calderys Group strengthens its health & safety commitment with 2024 safe.day edition By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 11:29:06 -0400 The theme of this year’s event was “Shared Vigilance” focusing on how everyone can contribute to lowering risks and maintaining a safe workplace by staying alert. Full Article
io How to use automation for improved safety shipping hazardous materials By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:54:00 -0400 Requests to ship hazardous and perishable goods across greater distances are increasing in frequency. With the surge of globalization, companies must contend with how to get fragile or potentially dangerous items to suppliers and end-users a world away. Full Article
io Be aware of both DOT and OSHA regulations for forklift operator training By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Not only does OSHA have regulations for the forklifts themselves, they also have specific requirements for forklift operators. The Powered Industrial Truck Standard outlines the topics that must be included during training, as well as requirements for refresher trainings. Full Article
io Industrial waste management professionals can improve safety with IoT technology By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Oct 2021 10:12:00 -0400 Growing productivity has come with an increasing waste problem for manufacturing and heavy industry. The industrial sector produces more garbage than ever, and the task of disposing of it is often difficult, unsafe and inefficient. Failing to manage refuse properly can also come with significant consequences — fines, environmental damage and long-term health problems. Full Article
io Artificial intelligence and automation helps with holiday retail shipping By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Dec 2021 13:17:00 -0500 Businesses can achieve maximum success during the holiday season by utilizing AI and automation in their retail shipping operations. The holiday season is critical for companies, but the increased sales often come with shipping headaches. Luckily, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation provide key solutions for simplifying shipping for businesses and customers. Full Article