S+H Staff

As organizations increase in complexity and scope, the ability to maintain EHS compliance becomes a challenge. Implementing a risk-management process within EHS operations is becoming a growing trend in bench marking compliance, making more informed decisions and enhancing visibility into areas of improvement within the organization.

The connection between leadership and process safety has not always been clear. Leaders often struggle to identify how or whether they affect process safety outcomes.

What are cumulative trauma disorders, and what steps can be taken to help prevent employees working on computers from experiencing them?

For a bill to become law, it must pass both houses of Congress and be signed by the president. However, if a bill is not passed within two years, or a single congressional session, the process must start all over again.

The Product Focus this month is on foot protection.

Washington – All commercial chemicals would be subject to screening for safety under new legislation proposed by a bipartisan group of senators.

Washington – The safety and health of temporary workers will be the focus of an upcoming National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health meeting.

Fairfax, VA – The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators recently issued answers to 10 frequently asked questions regarding OSHA’s plans to delay the effective date for new crane certification requirements.

Washington – To help prevent thousands of potential worker heat-related illnesses, OSHA on May 20 launched its third annual Heat Illness Prevention Campaign.

Each June, the National Safety Council encourages organizations to get involved and participate in National Safety Month.