ng 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
ng Blackline Safety unveils new and improved features for G6 Single-Gas Detector By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:10:40 -0400 G6 will be on display at a global marketing roadshow at both the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo in New Orleans from October 23-35, and A+A in Dusseldorf, Germany from October 24-27. Full Article
ng 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
ng Safety first: Protecting workers in the oil and gas industry as fatalities and injuries are on the rise By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:43:34 -0400 Workers in the oil and gas industry, whether they work with pipelines, on oil rigs, as drivers or at well sites, face higher incidence and mortality rates. Full Article
ng Safeguarding the invisible workforce By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 Advanced gas detection and safety monitoring solutions emerge as indispensable tools in safeguarding lone workers. Full Article
ng 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
ng Is your high-density storage compromising worker safety? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2024 16:05:21 -0400 This strategy increases the value of each square foot with customizable racks, but do the pros outweigh the cons? Full Article
ng Advancements in technology are increasing welding safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:46:20 -0400 As more injuries happen, more welders will be out of commission — and fewer young adults will be interested in entering the field. Full Article
ng Balancing efficiency and reducing human error in manufacturing By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:41:41 -0400 Attempting to mitigate human error can negatively impact manufacturing efficiency, and inefficiencies can be almost as expensive and frustrating as the human errors themselves. Full Article
ng Robots: Powering productivity and safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 10:40:27 -0400 Emerging technologies within robots and AI can improve safety by taking on jobs that are more dangerous for humans. Full Article
ng PODCAST | The future of materials handling By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400 Doug Backinger of Caster Concepts discusses the growing trend of automation and ergonomics in the materials handling industry. Full Article
ng Tiny particles, massive threat: The unseen danger of combustible dust By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:30:00 -0400 A recent ISHN webinar highlighted the often-overlooked hazard of combustible dust, with expert Mark Hanson detailing the devastating consequences of ignoring this workplace threat. Full Article
ng Is your facility at risk due to inadequate electrical testing? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:54:08 -0400 Many facilities do not follow best practices when inspecting and maintaining machinery, leading to unnoticed and unmanaged hazards. Full Article
ng Exploring chemical risk management and green chemistry By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:30:00 -0400 A recent webinar focuses on chemical risk management, with a particular emphasis on the role of approvals, green chemistry, and hazard communication. Full Article
ng Ground-level changes drive ergonomic, employee-wellbeing improvements By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:28:19 -0400 Whether moving parts to the dock or product down an assembly line, lower push forces mean that employees can move materials quickly with less wear on their bodies and greater productivity. Full Article
ng Maintaining worker safety on the packaging line By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:28:22 -0400 Protecting them from on-the-job injuries goes hand in hand with a facility’s success. To maintain productivity levels and revenue, you must minimize workplace hazards. Full Article
ng 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
ng ASSP and SafetyCulture offer new training on mobile devices By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 13:39:29 -0400 The mobile training aims to shake up the notion of traditional compliance training, making it widely accessible and highly interactive, even in remote locations. Full Article
ng 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
ng Study finds workplace safety training for older kids is effective By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 13:32:54 -0400 A recent study shows that teaching older kids about workplace safety can significantly improve their knowledge and attitudes. Full Article
ng Measuring the effectiveness of safety training By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0400 OSHA provides numerous details about oversights and how well managers implement safety training. How can leadership measure this data before accidents occur? Full Article
ng 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
ng Utilizing smart access management technology bolsters security By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Construction site managers and safety managers bear the responsibility of helping to ensure the safety and security of a jobsite and its workers. Full Article
ng Safety by design: Proactive measures for reducing risk at job sites By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400 It’s important for every team member, from subcontractors to superintendents, to take responsibility for safety compliance. Full Article
ng OSHA: Roofing contractor willfully exposed own children to potentially deadly falls By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:44:19 -0400 The owner of a Liverpool, Pennsylvania roofing company risked the lives of two of his children by exposing them to falls from heights. Full Article
ng Unguarded trenches collapsed, trapped, injured workers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:06:32 -0400 A Boston waterproofing contractor exposed employees to life-threatening cave-ins and excavation hazards at worksites. Full Article
ng 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
ng 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
ng 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
ng Are you perpetuating lone worker myths? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:30:00 -0400 There are several safety myths around lone worker safety that can harm the wellbeing of those performing their jobs alone. Full Article
ng Actively caring for people’s safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500 What does it mean to actively care for people’s safety? Is this the mission of behavior-based safety (BBS)? Let’s understand the difference between “caring” and “acting.” No one wants to see an individual get injured on the job. This is caring. Yet, many workers admit they do not act on their caring by providing behavioral feedback. Full Article
ng Worker engagement requires enabling workers to speak up By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Most organizations, especially those that manage higher risks, have a “requirement” for the workforce to stop work and get help when they are “unsure.” When you talk to managers, they believe this empowerment is what is needed to get people to stop. Full Article
ng NFPA 70E’s focus on preventing human error By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 The 2018 print edition of NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® is 104 pages. Updated every three years by the 70E technical committee, this comprehensive standard covers the latest information about the effects of shock, arc flash, arc blast, dc hazards, and developments in electrical design, PPE. Full Article
ng Do you have a plan? Protect workers from lung cancer By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Crystalline silica is one of the most common elements on the planet, just behind oxygen. About 2.3 million workers are exposed to it in their workplace. It’s about 100 times smaller than sand and can be found on construction sites in building materials such as concrete, block, stone, sand, and mortar. Full Article
ng Navigating OSHA recordkeeping & reporting By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500 As OSHA continues to update its 2016 rule on recording and reporting workplace injuries and illnesses, organizations should be aware of new policies that affect how they treat – and reward – safety in the workplace. Full Article
ng Machine risk assessments vs. safeguarding assessments By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 When it comes to accidents, manufacturing ranks second highest of all industries. That comes despite OSHA regulations and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards. A key culprit is unguarded hazardous machinery. Full Article
ng Critical safety protocols for operating lifting and rigging equipment By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:51:41 -0400 Delve into the critical guidelines and practices underpinning safe industrial operations, along with the potential consequences of overlooking them. Full Article
ng 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
ng 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
ng Kiplinger’s latest forecast for the GDP growth rate By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 The economy rolled on in the third quarter of 2017, growing by 3%, despite the hurricanes that battered the United States during the quarter. Full Article
ng Heads up: Here are upcoming QSSP classes By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 QSSP increases the knowledge and competency of safety sales professionals, which in turn, builds trust and credibility in the customer relationship. The resulting partnership can be instrumental in reducing injury and illness in the workplace. Full Article
ng Strong growth trajectory for the U.S. economy continues in 2018 By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 For the 1st time since the middle of 2014, the U.S. economy has sustained 3% growth for two consecutive quarters, providing strong momentum into next year. The current Conference Board forecast calls for 2.8 percent growth during the final quarter of 2017 and 2.5% growth in 2018. Full Article
ng Annual Grainger Show attracts 12,000 By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Grainger welcomed more than 12,000 attendees in February to its annual Grainger Show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. “An event like this for Grainger showcases the types of products, solutions, services and expertise we offer customers,” said Deb Oler, Grainger senior vice president and president, North American Sales and Services. Full Article
ng Fastenal reports 2017 annual and fourth quarter earnings By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Fastenal Company announced its financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2017. Net sales increased 108% for the year, and 14.8% in the fourth quarter. Gross profit for the year was 10.1%. Full Article
ng 2nd annual AD eCommerce Summit: An ever-evolving digital world By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 From February 7-9, 2018, AD hosted its second annual eCommerce Summit at the Westin in Denver, CO. More than 250 AD independent distributors across six industries and three countries attended. Full Article
ng 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
ng Klein Tools buys Ergodyne to take advantage of an evolving ecosystem By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Nov 2018 11:00:00 -0500 Klein Tools and Tenacious Holdings, the parent company of Ergodyne, announced in September a major deal in which Klein Tools acquired Ergodyne. The “Tenacious Nation” will remain tenacious, with Ergodyne operating as a separate business unit at its St. Paul, MN headquarters and Tom Votel staying on as Ergodyne president. Full Article
ng So why is the economy booming? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 No doubt the U.S. economy is in a boom, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. The Conference Board reports the highest levels of job satisfaction in more than a decade. The ratio between the unemployment level and the number of job vacancies is at its lowest level in a half-century Full Article
ng Y. Berger & Company AB brings Eureka Gloves to the U.S. By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 We are a family-owned business based in Goteberg, Sweden and founded in 1959 as a Trading Company for Technical Fibers. Eureka Safety is the PPE division of Y. Berger & Co AB launched in 2009 as a logical extension of our expertise in technical materials and technical knowledge and history of glovemaking. Full Article
ng You need a process & technology behind downloading leads By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 We always hear the call from management, “We need more sales!” The call from the marketing team: “Sales needs to do better with the leads, they don’t close enough.” The sales team complaining that “these leads from marketing are horrible.” Same story, new year. Full Article