Boston – Despite an overall drop in secondhand smoke exposure in the workplace, workers in industries such as installation and repair, construction, and transportation remain at high risk, concludes a study from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

Washington — Self-inspection checklists for ergonomics, young workers, workplace violence and infection control have been added to the OSHA/NIOSH Small Business Safety and Health Handbook.

MCR Safety introduces fashion, function and fun colors for accessorizing women’s safety apparel.

Workplace hand injuries should never be viewed as “part of the job.”

Entering the 12,000-pound capacity market, the Traverse T1258X Telehandler is the industry’s only telehandler product line with a traversing boom carriage that can move loads while traveling horizontally.

Washington — OSHA is seeking to update the handrail and stair rail system requirements in its standard on walking-working surfaces for general industry.

Subject matter experts assess practical use case applications for artificial intelligence, along with identifying vertical market opportunities and sales conversation insights.

Pacific Handy Cutter has been committed to worker safety since 1950. The NSF-certified RSC-432 Disposable Safety Cutter is the most advanced food-safe safety cutter in the industry. Its ambidextrous design and auto-retractable hood increases productivity and safety. This long-lasting cutter makes the working environment safer than ever.

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Richmond, VA — The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry has issued a hazard alert warning of the potential dangers of unsafe materials handling and storage in the beverage distribution and retail industry.

Can you bring me up to speed on which handwashing product ingredients are no longer compliant with federal regulations?

What measures can we take to promote hand health in industrial settings where employees frequently handle stains, grease, adhesives or chemicals?

Washington — The American Wind Energy Association will offer several free resources in October as part of its annual monthlong safety awareness campaign aimed at helping protect renewable energy workers from on-the-job injuries.

In Episode 29, the S+H editorial team discusses the prevention of serious injuries and fatalities, or SIFs, as well as hazard communication with consultant and expert Chandra Gioiello, a vice president and senior consultant at Industrial Health and Safety Consultants.

Kwikset, a brand of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Division, has launched two new offerings: the Prava handleset and the Daylon storeroom function.

Smartphones, tablets and their applications are ubiquitous in today’s society. But for safety professionals, apps can help educate workers on safety, improve safety communication and, according to some experts, save lives.

Workers should be trained on safe procedures for working with tools. Tools can pose a safety risk when they are misplaced or improperly handled by workers.

According to NIOSH, the use of non-powered hand tools in work settings can contribute to musculoskeletal disorders. These injuries can be reduced if users choose the right tool for the job.

A hammer is an impact tool – a tool used to drive items into material by way of manual or powered force – and, according to the National Safety Council, is a common source of injury.

According to the Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety, hammers are “widely used and often abused.” So, what can workers do to avoid injuries?

If you’re not giving much thought to how you choose hand tools, you should. That’s the message the Center for Construction Research and Training (also known as CPWR), via its choosehandsafety.org website, wants you to keep in mind.

The workplace can create many hazards for your hands, whether from chemicals, cuts or burns. No single glove can provide appropriate protection for every work situation, so it is important to assess the risk for each task and select a glove that provides specialized protection.

Vantage 180 is a lightweight, multi-function light that easily attaches to full-brim fire helmets, but also can be used as a handheld or right-angle light.

Does your workplace have vehicles or equipment that are fueled onsite? If so, certain precautions are necessary.

Considering the workforce can be very diverse, and the tasks performed are varied, what’s your biggest challenge in determining the appropriate gloves or arm protection (considering cut resistant factor) while maintaining comfort and dexterity for the worker?

The Traverse T1246X Telehandler is the only telehandler product line on the market with a traversing boom carriage with capability to move loads by traveling horizontally.

The MaxiFlex Cut Glove is super thin, flexible, dexterous and comfortable.

In 2013, 121,500 hand injuries resulted in days away from work, according to the 2016 edition of “Injury Facts,” a National Safety Council chartbook. If that number gives you pause, read on as hand protection industry insiders offer advice on preventing hand injuries and describe what’s new regarding protection.

Workers involved in marine cargo handling are exposed to many hazards throughout the course of standard operations, according to OSHA. To protect these workers, the agency suggests proper adherence to first aid procedures.

Powered hand drills can save workers a lot of time on the job, but caution is called for to avoid serious injuries.

Cementex Belt Pouch Tool Combinations feature tools intended for safe use in arc fl ash environments.

Washington – A disturbing rate of worker injuries and fatalities involving captive elephants has led People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals to submit a formal petition to OSHA asking for stronger worker protections in the industry.

A recent National Safety Council poll found 80 percent of drivers believe hands-free cell phones are safer than handheld phones.

Boise, ID — As a result of “continuing incidences of fatalities and injuries” at grain handling facilities within the jurisdiction of its Boise area office, OSHA on Dec. 31 renewed a Local Emphasis Program focused on inspections at these facilities.

The LNB-2 is the next generation in powered-elevating two-wheel hand trucks.

CDC provides tips on how and when to wash your hands, and comments on the effectiveness of hand sanitizers.

It’s important to exercise good ergonomics throughout the day. If you use hand tools as part of your job, keep the following in mind.

Menomonee Falls, WI — Around 70% of office workers say they’re washing their hands more often because of new strains of the virus that causes COVID-19, while about half avoid shaking hands with others, results of a recent survey show.

Pacific Handy Cutter’s ambidextrous GSC3 saves money by reducing damaged goods, cuts and injuries. This all-in-one safety cutter and bladeless tape splitter features a three-button-activated auto-retractable hood that increases productivity and decreases costs. The GSC3 stores up to five blades.

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The next time you fuel up at a gas station, consider this: Most pump handles contain 11,000 times more germs than a toilet seat in a public restroom. And the keypad on the pump? The buttons typically have 15,000 times more germs than a public toilet seat, according to a tip sheet from KeepTruckingSafe.org.

What do I need to know before buying gloves for a specific job task?

How do I build a hand safety program that actually reduces hand injuries?

What are some of the most important factors to consider when choosing hand and arm protection?

How has NFPA 2112 changed to accommodate hand protection?

What type of hazards are gloves rated for? How have the EN388 and ANSI/ISEA 105 test standards evolved?

What are some of the biggest challenges and misconceptions in industrial workplaces when it comes to hand protection?

What are the biggest factors that affect compliance in hand protection?

Toronto — To increase health care workers’ knowledge, awareness and prevention of occupational hand dermatitis, the Center for Research Expertise in Occupational Disease has launched a free e-learning module.

What are the most common types of dangerous goods that pose a significant safety risk in various industries? What measures can be taken to mitigate those risks?

What are the requirements for labeling secondary chemical containers?

Because hand injuries are so prevalent among U.S. workers – 118,170 private-sector injuries in 2011, according to the 2014 edition of the National Safety Council’s “Injury Facts” – glove manufacturers are working to develop products aimed at reducing those numbers.