S+H Staff

“Accountability is a safety leadership best practice that’s in demand,” says Paul Angelo of DEKRA.

Many communities offer wireless emergency alerts that can be sent directly to your mobile device – no app or subscription service needed. They include information on extreme weather, Amber Alerts (urgent bulletins issued in serious child-abduction cases) and presidential alerts in case of a national emergency.

Guildford, England — Commuters are more likely to bike to work when the average speed of vehicle traffic along their route is below 20 mph, results of a recent study out of England suggest.

Geneva — Health care workers who treat COVID-19 patients deserve more robust occupational safety and health programs, according to the World Health Organization and the International Labor Organization.

With warmer days approaching, what better way to enjoy some sunshine than having a picnic?

Have you ever experienced a “charley horse”? If so, you know how painful these sudden, tight muscle cramps can be.

With warmer temperatures and the return of plentiful daylight, spring is a welcome change from winter. But it also presents hazards for your pets. To help them stay safe, keep in mind these tips from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Perth, Australia — Around 1 out of 4 Australian workers experience ringing in the ears – called tinnitus – and those in the construction, automotive, transportation and agricultural industries may be at higher risk, results of a recent study suggest.

Harrisburg, PA — The combination of high-intensity lights and high-visibility markings on emergency vehicles may make first responders working nighttime roadway scenes difficult for approaching motorists to see – even when the responders are wearing hi-vis vests, the “surprising” results of a recent study show.

Washington — OSHA is reopening its rulemaking record on a proposed final rule on COVID-19 focused on health care workers and will host a virtual public hearing next month.