Companies that handle chemicals or chemical products should be familiar with GHS labeling. The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals is a way to create uniformity and cohesion for labeling hazardous chemicals on products, regardless of industry or location. Although this labeling system has international recognition, there are slight variations across the
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Lone Worker Safety: What Managers Should Know
For many businesses, the need to keep overhead to a minimum can lead to situations where contractors or employees are alone at a worksite. Does working alone violate OSHA regulations? Our guide to lone worker safety answers pertinent questions about isolated jobs and provides practical solutions for business owners.
What Is Lone Worker Safety?
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6 Natural Gas Safety Tips
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, there were nine fatalities and 0.8 cases of injury and illness per 100 full-time oil and gas workers in 2022. Due to stringent safety protocols, the number of work-related fatalities, injuries, and illnesses has decreased in recent years. To maintain this downward trend, gas workers should…
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6 Essential Manufacturing Safety Standards
Manufacturing safety standards help protect workers from many potential hazards they encounter every day. Learn six essential standards to keep your manufacturing team safe.
What To Know About GHS Labeling
Get familiar with GHS labeling and its significance in promoting safety and reducing risks associated with hazardous chemicals. Everyone in…
6 Manufacturing Safety Standards Safety Managers Should Know
Safety is vital in manufacturing work. It’s not only legally required but also an ethical obligation for managers and owners to ensure the well-being of the employees on the production floor. In fact, OSHA has developed industry-specific resources for 17 different manufacturing sectors.
Manufacturing safety standards are designed to ensure safe workplaces and practices. Read…
18 Catchy Safety Slogans for Your Workplace
Creating a safe work environment is more than just a regulatory requirement. It’s a commitment to your employees’ well-being. One effective way to promote workplace safety is through memorable safety slogans.These sayings serve as constant reminders of the importance of safety. That makes them an important part of any workplace safety program. To help you…
Pool Chemicals Send Thousands to the ER Each Year – Use These Tips to Stay Safe
It’s officially swimming pool season! But the pool chemicals that make pools safe to swim in also send thousands of people to the emergency room every year – and nearly half the victims are children. This article offers expert advice on pool chemical safety.
A recent study published by the CDC shows the most frequent…
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Severe Weather Is Here! Where’s Your EAP?
The best way to protect yourself and your coworkers during a severe weather emergency is to have an emergency action plan (EAP) in place. A written EAP document is required by OSHA standards to facilitate and organize actions during workplace emergencies.
A Construction Safety Culture That Works
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New Final Rule: What You Need to Know About OSHA HazCom Changes
Keeping up with safety regulations can be like trying to hit a moving target. OSHA just finalized a rule updating the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to match the seventh revision of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). This May 2024 update aims to make hazard communication clearer and…
Tips for Protecting Workers from Heat Stress
No matter where you live, the summer months are brutal. Heat, humidity, and longer periods of daylight mean hot work days and a greater risk for heat-related injuries. No wonder they call the summer months the dog days of summer. But work has to be done and workers in the construction, oil and gas, asbestos…