11+ hour, 28+ min ago  (382+ words) Washington " More than 380 workers died each day in 2024 because of hazardous conditions on the job, according to the latest "Death on the Job" report from the AFL-CIO. The 35th annual report was released April 27, on the eve of Workers Memorial Day....

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (620+ words) One quality that sets the safety profession apart is its collaborative nature. In many professions, knowledge is guarded. In safety, it's eagerly shared. When we develop an innovative method or uncover new research on protecting people, we don't keep it…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago  (193+ words) Washington " Explosives that are considered "relatively insensitive" to friction, heat or impact can still ignite under these and other energy sources, the Chemical Safety Board warns. That message is part of an update on CSB's investigation into a fatal October…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (531+ words) Does arc-rated and flame-resistant (AR/FR) clothing contribute to heat stress? Responding is Scott Margolin, vice president of technical, Tyndale Co. , Pipersville, PA. As warmer weather arrives, workers facing arc flash and flash fire hazards " as well as employers and…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago  (204+ words) Rotterdam, Netherlands " Hazards related to climate change may increase the risk of work-related asthma among construction, road and agricultural employees, as well as workers exposed to poor air quality indoors. That's among the findings of a recent literature review led…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago  (266+ words) Washington " The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is set to host three prep sessions in advance of forthcoming international meetings. "For each of these meetings, PHMSA will solicit public input on current proposals," the agency says in a notice…...

2+ day, 22+ min ago  (237+ words) Equipment that works with the body When choosing fall protection solutions, start with a clear understanding of where and how the work is performed. Then, select systems that support natural movement and make proper use easier. That's the advice of…...

2+ day, 38+ min ago  (328+ words) As I look over the May issue, I see an overall theme for the safety community: connecting. With workers, with executives and with other safety pros. In this month's cover story about keeping roofing workers safe, Associate Editor Kevin Druley…...

2+ day, 38+ min ago  (865+ words) How to strengthen this key soft skill "As OHS professionals, our greatest impact doesn't come from the regulations we know or the systems we implement. It comes from our ability to influence." So says workplace health and safety management consultant…...

2+ day, 37+ min ago  (454+ words) If you haven't yet been involved in a conversation about artificial intelligence, welcome to the party. AI is dominating the occupational safety and health conversation, but before we get ahead of ourselves, we must paint a clear picture of the…...