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Hazardous Chemicals 101: Understanding the Difference Between Hazmat, Hazcom and Hazwaste

October 29, 2023

Written by J. J. Keller’s workplace safety and compliance experts, this white paper provides an overview of the differences between hazardous materials, hazard communication and hazardous waste, along with the regulations that apply to them.

NIOSH marks 9/11 day of remembrance

September 11, 2023

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Washington — “The memories and impact of 9/11 have not faded with time,” NIOSH says in a video released on the 2023 National Day of Service and Remembrance.

Safety board investigation of 2020 explosion yields three lessons

July 7, 2023

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Washington — Facilities that handle flammable gases and other hazardous materials should ensure their workers and supervisors undergo process safety management and emergency response training, the Chemical Safety Board says.

New training for emergency responders on PPE use at roadway incidents

January 31, 2023

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Emmitsburg, MD — A new training module from the Emergency Responder Safety Institute focuses on the use of personal protective equipment when responding to roadway incidents.

Environment, Health and Safety Compliance Checklist

Get the checklist

November 1, 2022

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The Environment, Health and Safety Compliance Checklist itemizes some of the documents, training and procedures that are required by many state and federal agencies, including hazard communication, emergency response, and environmental documentation.

Planning for emergency communications

How can mass notification and critical event management solutions work together to create safer work environments?

October 23, 2022

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How can mass notification and critical event management solutions work together to create safer work environments?

Respiratory protection for disaster relief efforts

How can emergency responders best be prepared with proper respiratory protection this hurricane season?

August 28, 2022

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How can emergency responders best be prepared with proper respiratory protection this hurricane season?

Worker health and safety is one focus of new Department of Homeland Security office

August 3, 2022

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Washington — The Department of Homeland Security has established the Office of Health Security to serve as “the principal medical, workforce health and safety, and public health authority” for DHS.

Lights out. Now what?

July 6, 2022

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You home may lose power for any number of reasons, including storms, wind damage and lighting strikes. If the lights go out, do you know what to do?

Survey shows 40% of adults aren’t willing to perform CPR

June 15, 2022

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If a family member or co-worker went into cardiac arrest, would you be ready to react and deliver CPR?