Here’s What’s New in OSHA Compliance
Combating Legionnaires’ Disease in the Workplace
Could a lethal danger lurk within your company’s water supply? Unfortunately, it very well could. Legionnaires' disease can strike when you least expect, turning everyday showers, fountains, sprayers, and cooling systems into a deadly health and safety hazard....
NFPA Aims to Keep Firefighters Safe with Standard 1582
Dangers Away From the Flames On Feb. 8, 2017, Illinois firefighter John "Mike" Cummins, of Homer FD, passed out at the wheel while driving home from the station. His passenger, fellow firefighter Cody Shik, jumped from the vehicle just moments prior to it...
The Risks of Creosote Exposure
The Risks of Creosote Exposure Unseen and often underestimated, the dangers of handling toxic substances at work can turn a routine task into a life-changing, health risk. One of these substances, creosote, not only poses a major fire hazard, but also...
Counterfeit PPE and the Illusion of Safety
Counterfeit PPE and the Illusion of Safety When your team puts on their safety glasses, hardhats, protective gloves, respirators, or any other safety gear, they do so with certain expectations. They expect cut-resistant gloves to protect their hands from sharp...
Silica Violations Cost Chicago Countertop Manufacturer $1 Million in Fines
Did you know that silica exposure is the second-most dangerous hazard faced by construction workers? But, that's not the only industry in which workers must grapple with the dangerous substance. Silica dust is produced while drilling or cutting rocks, sand, and...
The Dangers of Counterfeit Respirators
Picture it: you’re doing your due diligence, shopping around for protective masks for your employees. You go from website to website, comparing prices, products, and shipping rates. Suddenly, you spot what, at first glance, seems like a deal that’s almost too good to...
Reduce Noise and Silica Exposure with This Simple Change
Did you know an electric drill could be the difference between undue exposures to noise and silica dust, and the safety of your workforce? Noise exposure is the amount of noise a person has been subjected to over a period of time. Noise is measured in decibels and...
How to Choose the Right Corporate Wellness Program
In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, the health and well-being of employees have never been more critical. As organizations strive to enhance productivity and foster a positive workplace culture, corporate wellness programs have emerged as a vital tool for...
OSHA Safe + Sound Week 2024: What to Know
Once again, it's that time of year! This year's “Safe + Sound Week”, taking place from August 12-18, is a nationwide initiative by OSHA aimed at promoting workplace safety and health programs. This annual event encourages organizations to recognize their safety...
OSHA Releases First Draft for Proposed Heat Safety Standard
Recently, the Department of Labor, through OSHA, took a major step in addressing the dangers of workplace heat exposure. In early July, 2024, they published the first, unofficial draft of a proposed heat safety standard aimed at reducing the health risks faced by U.S....