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Safety Leadership: Keep peer influence teams firing on all cylinders

“Gone are the days of simply ‘involving’ employees in decisions that affect them,” say experts from DEKRA.

Safe use of insect repellents

Topical insect repellents containing DEET are popular and have been shown to be effective. The concentration of DEET in a product reflects the period of time it’s expected to be effective.

Safe use of liquid nitrogen

Liquid nitrogen is the colorless, odorless, clear liquefied form of nitrogen. It can be extremely dangerous to work around.

Protect against shoulder injuries

Is your shoulder stiff after a day at work? Can you rotate your arm? Do you feel as though it’s not operating at full strength?
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OSHA receives feedback on possible heat standard, asks for more

Washington — OSHA’s proposed rule on protecting workers from extreme heat exposure in indoor and outdoor settings is progressing toward potential publication – and the agency wants feedback.

Silicosis screenings ‘failing’ stone countertop workers in Australia, researchers say

Melbourne, Australia — A recent study of stone countertop industry workers reveals an “alarmingly high” occurrence of silicosis, indicating that government-mandated screening tests may be inadequate to diagnose the disease.

Don’t count on artificial sweeteners for weight loss, experts say

Switching to diet soda to try to shed a few pounds? The World Health Organization says use of non-sugar sweeteners in foods and beverages “does not confer any long-term benefit in reducing body fat.”

Join the conversation on wearable technology: free webinar

Join the National Safety Council on June 29 for an informative webinar on the latest advancements in wearable technology.
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Register now for the 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

Let’s make people safer! Registration is open for the 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, named “one of the 50 fastest growing shows” by Trade Show Executive magazine.

Talking about mental health at work is hard, LGBTQ+ people say

Hartford, CT — A new survey shows that many people who identify as LGBTQ+ have a significant need for mental health support but find it challenging to discuss the topic at work.

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