S+H Staff

Read this exclusive Q&A with Patrick Kapust, director of OSHA’s Directorate of Enforcement.

This line of foam earplugs provides an effective single-use solution to combat noise-induced hearing loss. Tested in accordance with ANSI S3.19-1974 standards, these disposable earplugs feature soft, slow-recovery foam.

The following Safety+Health advertisers offer solutions to help you avoid OSHA's Top 10 most cited violations.

Arcster A60 has been arc rated with an ATPV of 25.7 cal/cm². Made from kidskin leather, this glove is comfortable and features a high level of dexterity.

What does it take to get an injured worker healthy and back on the job in a reasonable amount of time? Coordination among the supervisor, worker, health care professional and case manager is crucial, but can be difficult to accomplish.

The EPL-SMLED-20W produces 1800 lumens of clean white light. This explosion-proof light is ideal for wet or corrosive environments and designed to MIL-F-8115C military specifications for exposure to corrosive salt water environments for reliable marine lighting in hazardous locations.

First responders are at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as hepatitis B and C and HIV, NIOSH warns. Exposure can occur by way of needlesticks; contact with contaminated sharp objects; or eye, mouth, nose or broken skin contact with blood or other potentially infectious bodily fluids.

GreeN-DEX is a biodegradable disposable nitrile glove. It features Eco Best Technology, which accelerates the biodegradation of gloves in biologically active landfills and anaerobic digesters as validated by independent certified laboratories using internationally recognized test methods.

For people curious about what occupational safety and health enforcement will look like during President Barack Obama’s second term, his first term may offer a clue. During the first Obama administration, OSHA was noted for increased enforcement activities and higher penalties, but also slower-than-hoped issuance of new regulations. This is unlikely to change, some experts suggest.

The Jessi Combs line of welding gear features style and safety, offering welding apparel tailored – and sized – specifically for women.