It’s a bird, it’s a plane… no, it’s a Squishy Robot, dropped from a helicopter or a drone to transmit crucial environmental data to emergency responders at disaster scenes.

ISHN recently exchanged an email Q&A with Amanda Alexander, global product manager for Emerson’s Location Awareness System.

Responses provided by Carol Hanover, Field Director, Risk Control, Travelers

January of 2018 saw the most recent update to 70E- the workplace electrical safety standard developed by NFPA. While the standard itself is not a law, it was developed at the request of OSHA, which uses much of its language when assessing organizations for compliance. Many organizations also follow 70E to comply with specific OSHA regulations.

Whether they’re scissor lifts, boom lifts or some other kind of powered, mobile platform used to elevate workers to various heights, aerial lifts are very useful – and potentially dangerous. Aerial lifts can be found at construction and telecommunications job sites and in warehouses. They’re used for everything from painting, drywall installation, maintenance, moving materials – even changing lightbulbs.

We have gradually come to depend on cell phones and their apps for more and more information about our daily lives. The latest trend seems to be health monitoring that allows the average person to keep an eye on their vital stats. The future of hand protection is moving in much the same direction.

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.

Modern day portable gas detectors are quite reliable and accurate. For enhanced worker safety and to be fully compliant there is a little known concept called bump testing. Bump tests are crucial when it comes to protecting your workers from hazardous gases and other air-borne toxins.

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

The organization is looking for professionals to teach courses on a variety of safety and health topics.

Grainger has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability by implementing environmentally friendly practices across its operations. 

The conference features general sessions, more than 200 continuing education sessions and a vast expo showcasing innovative products and services. 

Parker will discuss OSHA's latest activities before taking questions from attendees and media members.

In an exclusive interview with ISHN, ASSP Chief Executive Officer Jennifer McNelly points to several factors contributing to the influx of attendees.

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

The submission deadline is Sept. 11 for the Professional Development Conference and Exposition in Orlando.

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?

Erik Weihenmayer, billed as a world-class blind adventurer, delivered the traditional opening day motivational speech at this year’s NSC Congress & Expo.

A special feature at A+A 2025 will again be the North American Pavilion, organized by Messe Düsseldorf North America and co-sponsored by the National Safety Council (NSC).

How humans and other animals detect odors is an intriguing topic. Each OHS pro should understand the basics of how to interpret chemical exposures.

Industrial hygiene began as a medical specialty in the early 1900s. Scope creep among OHS pros is occurring now and will expand in the future, too. The challenge for OHS pros, and others, is to know when to expand or establish limits of OHS capabilities.

The cascade of generally well-known catastrophic events associated with lead exposure continue to unfold.

Now that I have been personally thrust into the ADA-world, I am looking at the regulation with a much keener eye. I have many concerns.

The federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) passed in December 2022 will become enforceable this coming June 27, 2023

Menstruation seems like an odd topic to discuss as a workplace OHS issue as Menstrual Hygiene Day is in May.

The information in this article demonstrates that risk assessment for pregnant worker concerns has been known globally for decades, even more than a century ago within the U.S.

Mold is everywhere, but few people outside the science community understand it. 

With the announcement last week that ASSP has opened up registration for their conference in Austin this September, they announced the safety precautions they are taking to ensure everyone who is attending is comfortable.

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

Today, there are approximately 1.2 million women employed in the US construction industry, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Women still account for only 11 percent of the construction industry overall, however.

Business leaders offer advice and insights in their new co-written book for other aspiring women in manufacturing.

A new study from an advocacy nonprofit blasts OSHA and reveals increasing dangers. Heat stress is one of the top five causes of workplace injuries and deaths, and summers are getting hotter. 

In an industry vastly dominated by men, construction is an area of our labor force that is slowly seeing change.

National COSH reveals Amazon, Tesla, FedEx and Class I Railroads are among those cited as the most dangerous companies to work.

A recent survey by a UK engineering group shows that women are still not finding proper PPE that fits, resulting in increased risk.

September is recognized as Suicide Awareness Month, a time to shed light on a complex issue that impacts countless individuals worldwide.

Occupational hearing loss remains a significant workplace safety concern. Delve into how double hearing protection can address this issue.

The surprising ways that heat can affect your workers’ well-being, and your safety record, and what you can do to help.

Heat stress occurs when the body’s natural cooling systems become overwhelmed, leading to symptoms ranging from disconcerting to life-threatening.

It is vital to understand the essential cleaning procedures and proper PPE protocols for maintaining a pristine cleanroom environment.

Man defrauded companies out of $3 million for medical-grade gloves that were never delivered.

As always at the NSC, personal protective equipment (PPE) suppliers are found on every row. What’s become different in recent years is the entrance of sports equipment manufacturers into the industrial safety market.

All new stock features a C0 hydrofluorocarbon-free, fluorine-free and PFAS-free finish.

The largest percentage of job roles held by women in the construction industry are those in management roles, overtaking sales occupations. To celebrate this and Women in Construction Week™ from March 3-8, 2024, let’s explore the latest developments in the industry for women. 

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.

Though convinced that we have made strides with equipment and safer processes, I am equally convinced that we are stuck on a hamster wheel.

When it comes to managing the risk associated with employee safety, the risk manager usually looks to the safety department to address that area.

To effectively and holistically approach the problem of occupational accidents, injuries and fatalities needs a major and complete review and assessment.

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. 

How many times in workplaces are new employees rushed into jobs to fill vacancies or meet high demands or deadlines?