v ASSP seeks instructors for 2024-2025 safety education events By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:12:12 -0400 The organization is looking for professionals to teach courses on a variety of safety and health topics. Full Article
v ASSP plans three dynamic sessions for Safety 2024 in Denver By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 14:30:19 -0400 The conference features general sessions, more than 200 continuing education sessions and a vast expo showcasing innovative products and services. Full Article
v Safety 2024 in Denver features session with OSHA’s Doug Parker By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:31:24 -0400 Parker will discuss OSHA's latest activities before taking questions from attendees and media members. Full Article
v Intersec Saudi Arabia secures patronage for biggest edition ever By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:21:53 -0400 The Future Security and Safety summit, and the Fire Protection and Technology Summit agendas are in place, with several speakers confirmed. Full Article
v ASSP Safety 2024: Safety’s brave new world By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400 One of the striking aspects of this year’s American Society of Safety Professionals’ annual conference this week in Denver is the diversity of topics being addressed. Full Article
v The Intersection of ESG, Sustainability and EHS: Elevating safety through value creation By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2024 20:21:33 -0400 Expert Kathy Seabrook explores how EHS professionals can leverage sustainability initiatives to drive business value and enhance safety performance in this session from day one of the ASSP Safety 2024 conference. Full Article
v Radians announces campus expansion, to unveil over 30 new safety solutions at 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:50:56 -0400 Radians’ new 110,000 sq. ft. facility at 6100 Global Drive in Memphis, TN, represents a major expansion. Full Article
v AI is everywhere: Can it test fatigue levels in workers? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:32:59 -0400 In pilot tests, most employees who volunteered to be analyzed wanted to continue the daily testing. They want to know, like wearing an Apple watch, their various health metrics, including how much sleep they get. Full Article
v Words to live by from a blind adventurer By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 09:56:35 -0400 Erik Weihenmayer, billed as a world-class blind adventurer, delivered the traditional opening day motivational speech at this year’s NSC Congress & Expo. Full Article
v The impact of overturn of Roe v Wade on workplaces By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 The court ruled in Roe that, “A person may choose to have an abortion until a fetus becomes viable, based on the right to privacy contained in the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Full Article
v Leaders with empathy are valuable By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Who is more empathetic e.g., better able to recognize pain in a person’s face, a professional industrial hygienist, or a professional historian? A person’s empathy capacity may be partly determined by Empathy Quotient (EQ) scores. Full Article
v The vital need to conduct a lead risk assessment now By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 The cascade of generally well-known catastrophic events associated with lead exposure continue to unfold. Full Article
v Litigation over toxic chemicals is spearheaded by public sympathy for ‘heroes’ By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Toxic chemicals at Camp Lejeune creates ripple effect on OHS practice of tracking harmful exposure. Full Article
v Overcoming pockets of indifference towards PWFA By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) passed in December 2022 will become enforceable this coming June 27, 2023 Full Article
v Use AI to help solve PWFA concerns? Be careful with this tool By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500 It may be tempting for HR pros to use AI assistance to resolve the more complex accommodation requests of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Full Article
v How to develop a lifelong OHS career plan By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400 If you have spent four or more years earning an OHS related degree, then you are likely a career thinker looking to maximize your professional growth. Full Article
v It’s time to provoke to spur action from OHS leaders By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 Why would I risk OHS organizational wrath with such nasty and unfounded comments? Full Article
v OSHA begins heat safety initiative, plans to hire compliance officers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 OSHA is implementing an enforcement initiative on heat-related hazards, developing a National Emphasis Program on heat inspections, and launching a rulemaking process to develop a workplace heat standard. Full Article
v OSHA seeks public input to gather diverse perspectives and expertise By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Together with a Biden-Harris administration interagency effort, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings on Oct. 27, 2021. Full Article
v Biden urges voluntary compliance as agency extends comments period for two initiatives By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 President Joe Biden asked businesses to voluntarily move forward with the administration’s Covid-19 vaccine and testing requirements. Full Article
v New book from women leaders discusses driving positive culture in the workplace By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Business leaders offer advice and insights in their new co-written book for other aspiring women in manufacturing. Full Article
v Report uncovers extreme stress facing industrial workers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
v ISHN offers free CEU credits on a variety of workplace safety topics By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 A Q & A with ISHN’s CE Center development manager, in which she explains how to earn free CEU credits and what that means for our readers. Full Article
v Advances of women in construction By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 In an industry vastly dominated by men, construction is an area of our labor force that is slowly seeing change. Full Article
v National COSH reveals 'Dirty Dozen' employers for 2023 By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 National COSH reveals Amazon, Tesla, FedEx and Class I Railroads are among those cited as the most dangerous companies to work. Full Article
v Heat is on everyone’s minds By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Historically high temperatures are breaking records and exposing millions of people to the serious dangers of heat in the workplace Full Article
v UK worker study reveals PPE for women doesn’t fit By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 May 2024 10:30:00 -0400 A recent survey by a UK engineering group shows that women are still not finding proper PPE that fits, resulting in increased risk. Full Article
v How to prioritize visibility for outdoor summer workers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Workers who wear high-visibility apparel must be both visible and comfortable in high temperatures. Full Article
v Maintaining a pristine environment: Cleanroom contamination control By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 It is vital to understand the essential cleaning procedures and proper PPE protocols for maintaining a pristine cleanroom environment. Full Article
v J. J. Keller and ISEA launch collaborative PPE Pain Points Survey By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:00:35 -0400 EHS and safety professionals are encouraged to share their experiences with buying PPE and managing PPE use. Full Article
v J. J. Keller and Juno Jones announce collaboration to provide safety footwear By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:00:57 -0400 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. Full Article
v California man sentenced to 7 Years for COVID-19 glove fraud By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:22:27 -0400 Man defrauded companies out of $3 million for medical-grade gloves that were never delivered. Full Article
v Innovative PPE for next-gen workers By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 18:08:09 -0400 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. Full Article
v MSA Safety introduces V-Gard H2™ Safety Helmet By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:17:46 -0400 The V-Gard H2 Helmet includes the Mips® brain protection system for industrial safety helmets. Full Article
v Reflective Apparel PFAS-free hi-vis garments By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:30:00 -0400 All new stock features a C0 hydrofluorocarbon-free, fluorine-free and PFAS-free finish. Full Article
v The organizational culture drives (safety) performance By www.ishn.com Published On :: Sat, 10 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500 To make any permanent significant change to companies’ organizational systems, practices, or procedures, one has to modify the culture. Full Article
v Paving the way: Women’s increased leadership in construction By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:17:17 -0500 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. Full Article
v Improving safety by focusing on risk management By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400 When it comes to managing the risk associated with employee safety, the risk manager usually looks to the safety department to address that area. Full Article
v Investing in Relationships: Effective tactics to get to know your employees By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:19:00 -0400 A sturdy foundation is essential in construction to ensure the stability and integrity of the entire building. Similarly, when managers take the time to get to know their employees, they establish a solid foundation of trust and lay the groundwork for optimal performance. Full Article
v Lessons from the Harvard Anti-Bullying Policy By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2024 14:05:53 -0400 Harvard’s recent Anti-Bullying Policy (the Policy) has many good elements. It is missing important elements regarding the definition of bullying and how the Policy should work. There are lessons in this. Full Article
v Build a secure work environment by fostering safety and communication By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2024 11:57:05 -0400 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. Full Article
v Converging causes contribute to most incidents By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 May 2024 14:14:44 -0400 How many times in workplaces are new employees rushed into jobs to fill vacancies or meet high demands or deadlines? Full Article
v Lessons from a music video: From saving children to improving workplace safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 May 2024 11:54:22 -0400 While reminiscing about some of the impactful music videos my wife and I remember from the 1980s and ’90s, I ended up researching, learning something new and thinking differently. With our efforts to improve occupational safety, this article explores how certain songs transcend their role as mere entertainment in music and become powerful catalysts for change. Full Article
v PODCAST | Relationships vital to safety excellence By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 31 May 2024 21:04:00 -0400 Shawn Galloway, CEO of ProAct Safety and author of several books on workplace safety, training and culture, talks to ISHN about this. Full Article
v Insights into effective safety communication By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:30:00 -0400 The effectiveness of workplace communication is reliant on a number of factors, such as environment, skillset and structure. Full Article
v Employee wellness is a cornerstone of effective safety strategies By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2024 17:36:25 -0400 Investing in the mental and emotional well-being of employees is not just a compassionate approach but a strategic imperative for any organization. Full Article
v New view, old view, what’s your view of safety? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 18:19:18 -0400 The so-called “New View” of practicing safety is HOP. The “Old View” is BBS, and to an extent OSHA compliance. Full Article
v Tidal wave of change predicted for safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:32:53 -0400 Those with a big picture view of trends in occupational safety and health all agree on one prediction: How safety is practiced in the workplace will change dramatically in the next five years. Full Article
v Reversing the normalization of performance deviations can be difficult By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Many organizations suffer from performance deviation despite their best efforts. Full Article
v How digitizing processes can improve your safety culture By www.ishn.com Published On :: Sat, 26 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 The consequences of a slow-moving and disjointed digital transformation can be far-reaching, and nowhere are they more critical than employee safety. Full Article