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Should My Respirator Have an Exhalation Valve? Finding the Right Respirator for Your Work
When choosing a respirator, you’ll have many different considerations ranging from mask efficacy to filter type to reusability. A common feature on many respirator masks is the exhalation valve. Available on both disposable and reusable respirators,...Read Full Article
Everything You Need to Know About Sun Protection for UV Safety Month
It’s natural to want to take advantage of sunny summer weather, but National UV Safety Month in July is a reminder that even nice weather demands precautions. July has the highest average UV index of the year throughout the United States, meaning...Read Full Article
14 Process Safety Management Steps to Ensure a Safer Workplace
Following regulatory standards is an important part of working safely, but it’s not the only step. Safe work starts with an organized, analytical approach to your workplace’s safety needs and potential hazards called Process Safety Management (PSM)....Read Full Article
How to Keep Safe at Railroad Crossings This Rail Safety Week
Rail Safety Week is a yearly, industry-wide event focusing on improving safe practices in the rail industry. Rail safety isn’t just for train crew or railyard workers, though. Railroad crossings are a serious hazard for other vehicles and...Read Full Article
How to Practice Lockout-Tagout Procedures Before a Weather Disaster
Lockout/tagout procedures are necessary for both routine and emergency maintenance on equipment and systems, in order to protect workers from unexpected energy discharge, electrocution, or machine functioning. They should also be followed before a...Read Full Article
National Safety Month 2025 is Here
Every year the National Safety Council (NSC) recognizes June as National Safety Month. National Safety Month focuses on reducing leading causes of injury and death at work, on the road, and in our homes. The goal of National Safety Month is to...Read Full Article
Using a Wood Chipper? Read This for Eleven Tips on Safe Use
When you have a large number of tree limbs to manage and dispose of, a wood chipper is a great tool. Plus, it results in mulch that can be used around buildings and parks in a community. Chippers are large, powerful machines, though, capable of...Read Full Article
Identify Earthquake Hazards and Vulnerabilities
Reduce damage, loss, and disruption to a business by taking the appropriate steps before an earthquake occurs. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends identifying workplace hazard levels and vulnerabilities. Once this is...Read Full Article
Six Tips for Getting the Most out of Safety Signs at Work
A safe workplace benefits everyone, from the employees to the visitors. While no workplace is free from hazards, signs alert everyone where the hazards are and how to avoid them and also remind workers of safe work practices.Following are some...Read Full Article
5 Concepts to Improve Worksite Safety this Construction Safety Week
Construction Safety Week, sponsored by Associated General Contractors of America and Associated Builders and Contractors, takes place annually during May. The celebration is built around improving safety culture in the construction industry and...Read Full Article
Why Sustainability Remains a Good Move for Businesses––10 Ways to Start Now
Adopting sustainability principles is proving to be a powerful catalyst for growth. By optimizing resource use, minimizing waste, and harnessing the power of renewable energy, businesses can discover significant cost savings, boost their bottom...Read Full Article
Recycling Tips for Home and Work
The United States produces around 292 million tons of municipal solid waste (MSW) per year. Recycling is a quick and easy way to reduce the impact of waste on the environment. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), around 69...Read Full Article
Stinging Insects and What to Do about Them
Working outdoors during warmer weather means coming into contact with all kinds of insects. Some may merely fly around, but others are biting and stinging. It’s important for workers to understand how to avoid being stung, know where to quickly...Read Full Article
The Dos and Don’ts of Operating a Pressure Washer
A pressure washer is a useful, versatile tool for removing paint, mold, grime, mud, and dirt from surfaces that many homeowners and businesses find invaluable. But its high-pressure water spray can present striking and impact hazards, both from the...Read Full Article
NHTSA Reminds Drivers to Put the Phone Away or Pay
The statistics are startling. In 2022, distracted driving killed 3,308 people, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Cell phone use, specifically texting, talking, and social media use, has become the most...Read Full Article
WÜRTH INDUSTRY EXPANDS IN COLUMBUS, OH WITH NEW DISTRIBUTION CENTER
Columbus, Ohio – Würth Industry North America, a leading nationwide supplier of production material, safety, MRO, and metalworking products has announced a $42.5 million investment to establish a major distribution center in Columbus, OH. The...Read Full Article
Understanding the National Weather Service Tornado Alert System
A tornado is one of the most destructive weather events and requires a comprehensive and efficient system of alerts and shelters to keep people safe. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recorded 1,341 tornadoes in 2022,...Read Full Article
Navigating Safe Fall Clearance Calculations
A crucial tool to ensure safety when working at height is the personal fall arrest system (PFAS), a multi-component system that stops a worker mid-fall and prevents them from impacting with a surface. A worker, secured in a full-body harness, is...Read Full Article
Building a Better Workplace Safety Program by Understanding Employee Motivation Styles
Motivating employees is one of the most difficult, complicated aspects of management. It’s one thing to know your team, it’s another to understand the core needs of each member. Sometimes, money isn’t enough to get people to perform at their best....Read Full Article
Ladder Safety Month 2025 Begins
The American Ladder Institute (ALI) is sponsoring National Ladder Safety Month to raise awareness of the importance of using ladders properly and to decrease ladder-related injuries at home and at work.This year’s themes are:Week 1: Training and...Read Full Article
Protect Yourself from Pinch Point Injuries with These 8 Safety Tips
One of the most common workplace hazards is a pinch point, which occurs wherever it’s possible for part of someone’s body to be caught between any combination of materials, presses, or moving parts. In 2021-2022, there were 57,580 pinch point...Read Full Article
4 Practices That Contribute to Cleanroom Safety
Cleanrooms are demanding environments with stringent atmospheric requirements for safe and effective work in industries as wide ranging as pharmaceuticals, scientific research, and microchip manufacturing depending on atmospheres with sharply...Read Full Article
2025 Burn Awareness Week
National Burn Awareness Week, sponsored by the American Burn Association (ABA), takes place annually during the first full week of February. It provides an opportunity for burn survivor support groups, public safety, and other professionals to...Read Full Article
OSHA Fact Sheet Released: Safety in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Semiconductor manufacturing, which provides crucial parts for cars, phones, and computers, is a rapidly expanding industry that requires constant vigilance to keep safety standards current. In a recent fact sheet, the...Read Full Article
7 Uses for Traffic Cones Beyond Highway Control
Traffic cones are versatile signaling tools that are just as capable of guiding foot traffic indoors as they are at channeling vehicle traffic on a busy highway. They’re a cost-effective traffic control option that’s easy to deploy and highly...Read Full Article
