It’s a skill “that will increase your influence, make you more likable and, as a safety pro, increase the effectiveness of your communications.”

Washington – Employers seeking free safety training materials now have a resource to guide them through OSHA’s Resource Center Loan Program.

Much like IT and cybersecurity, the AI world is changing and evolving so quickly it can be  difficult to keep up. 

This white paper contains valuable tips and insights from J. J. Keller’s experts to help employers build strong hazcom training programs, covering requirements for labeling, safety data sheets and more.

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Washington – NIOSH is seeking comment on a proposed survey of school workers to gauge the relationship between building conditions and worker health.

Washington – Injuries in high school chemistry laboratories can be avoided with good safety practices, and students should speak up when they feel unsafe, according to a new Chemical Safety Board video.

New York – As part of an effort to reduce potential exposure to a toxic chemical found in some older fluorescent light ballasts in schools, the Environmental Protection Agency has issued guidance on the proper maintenance and management of the ballasts.

East Lansing, MI – Less-experienced teachers are more likely to experience burnout if co-workers feel the same way, suggests a recent study from researchers at Michigan State University and the University of Virginia.

Washington — Hurricanes and high winds could “significantly impact” the U.S. bulk-power system and lead to the release of hazardous chemicals if facilities lose power, the Chemical Safety Board says.

Working outside in the sun can cause serious skin problems, including burns and skin cancer.

If you’ve ever come in contact with poison ivy, you know how unpleasant it can be. And for many outdoor workers, poisonous plants are a common hazard.

Washington – NIOSH and OSHA recently teamed up to update a heat safety mobile app that uses temperature and humidity to measure heat index values.

Washington – OSHA has launched its annual summer campaign to remind employers and employees about the dangers of working outdoors in hot weather.

Washington – A new NIOSH publication describes how the agency’s Health Hazard Evaluation Program works with employers to investigate possible dangers in the workplace.

Washington — OSHA is seeking comment on a proposed rule aimed at protecting indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related illnesses.

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Denver — Young people who participated in an introductory workplace safety and health training session significantly boosted their knowledge of and attitude toward the topic, results of a recent study show.

How can a facility plan ahead for extreme weather events to keep its safety showers and eyewash stations supplied and functional?

Washington — If experiencing rude or negative behavior at work keeps you from getting a good night’s sleep, making efforts to “let it go” after you’ve clocked out may help ward off insomnia, according to a recent study from the American Psychological Association.

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Four out of 5 adults will experience low back pain, data show. What can employers do to help workers?

Whether you drive for a living or merely commute to and from work, you need to be aware of deer.

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Washington — OSHA “continues to be hampered” by the lack of a permanent standard on infectious diseases and “needs to address worksite violence,” a new report states.

Washington — Female workers in the service industry face an elevated risk of gender-based violence and harassment, but “there’s a variety of means that can mitigate that,” OSHA administrator Doug Parker says.

Orange Beach, AL-based Columbia Southern Universityhas been granted institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges board of trustees.

Columbia Southern University in Orange Beach, CA, recently launched nine online degree and certificate programs. CSU has added new degree programs and concentrations in military studies, environmental management, emergency medical services administration, health care, and occupational safety and health.

Columbia Southern University has released a do-it-yourself online college cost comparison calculator. The Orange Beach, AL-based university developed the calculator to provide transparency to anyone seeking an affordable online degree and empower degree-seekers to compare the tuition and fees of various institutions’ online degree programs with CSU’s tuition and fees.

Collapsible Gate Valve Lockouts are durable and versatile lockout-covering devices available in three sizes to effectively secure valves with 3-inch to 18-inch diameter handles.

Pierre, SD — A bill that would establish safety and operational regulations for driverless vehicles is advancing through the South Dakota Legislature.

New York — Both city and state legislation and public health initiatives are needed to protect outdoor workers in New York City from extreme temperatures and poor air quality, according to a new report.

The Blind Flange Lockout Device is a best-in-class solution that offers a secure, highly adaptable and cost-effective option for protecting employees from hazardous energy.

Mount Vernon FR and Carhartt have launched the Carhartt Flame-Resistant Extremes Arctic Outerwear Line, which offers wind resistance, durability, warmth and comfort to workers in extreme weather conditions – without added weight or bulk.

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

New York – Construction worker fatalities have been rising in New York City and throughout the state – and Latino workers are particularly at risk due to falls and willful violations – according to an annual report released Jan. 18 by the advocacy group New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health.

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