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Back to Basics is a weekly feature that highlights important but possibly overlooked information that any EHS professional should know. This week, we examine the importance of workplace psychological safety. While workers face many physical hazards on the job, it’s important to consider the non-physical hazards as well. Psychological safety is a crucial part of any […]
On June 26, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced the renewal of a national emphasis program (NEP) of outreach, inspection, and enforcement to address amputations in manufacturing. The new NEP replaces one set to expire June 27. The updated program will remain in effect for five years, according to the agency. Changes to […]
Much of the country dealt with high temperatures this week, which presents difficult conditions for outdoor workers. This puts additional pressure on supervisors to ensure the safety of their workers. Here’s what you need to know about recognizing heat hazards. For more information, see the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Heat Hazard Recognition page.
On June 20, the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) announced the launch of a workplace heat illness prevention outreach effort. The department’s “Beat the Heat” campaign is a renewed push to prevent heat illnesses and offers tools and best practices to help both employers and employees end heat stress and heat-related injuries. Resources offered […]
Back to Basics is a weekly feature that highlights important but possibly overlooked information that any EHS professional should know. This week, we examine how to protect employees from summer heat hazards. Even as workplace heat hazards continue unabated, the regulation of worker heat injuries and illnesses continues to evolve: If you have employees who work […]
On June 18, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released a second update regarding its continuing investigation into the November 12, 2024, explosion at the Givaudan Sense Colour facility in Louisville, Kentucky. Two employees were fatally injured in the explosion, and three others were seriously injured. Large metal fragments of equipment were […]
Amputations are among the most serious workplace injuries, involving a wide range of activities and equipment. Here’s what you need to know about amputation hazards.
The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) announced an increase in starting salaries for workplace safety inspectors on June 2. The new starting salary for fully qualified compliance safety officers was raised to $61,000 annually, an increase of more than 5% for the state’s frontline safety professionals. Compliance safety officers in the NCDOL’s Occupational Safety […]
With more Americans delaying retirement or holding jobs with unique skill sets, older workers are reshaping the American workforce. Employees over 55 years old now account for nearly 23% of the workforce—a number that is projected to rise to 25% by 2031. As Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals partner with businesses to keep all […]
On episode 256 of EHS On Tap, Clare Epstein, General Manager of Commercial at Vector Solutions, talks about preparing for summer workplace safety risks.