Workplace Solutions

I’m a safety manager. What factors should I consider when selecting a chemical glove for my workers?

An easily accessible, properly working emergency eyewash and shower station is critical at worksites where, in OSHA’s words, “the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials.”

Construction sites are busy and full of potential dangers. One of these dangers is struck-by incidents. In 2013, more than 17,100 construction workers were injured – and 84 workers died – in struck-by incidents, according to the 2016 edition of the chartbook “Injury Facts,” produced by the National Safety Council.

How critical is a glove’s coating when selecting cut-resistant hand protection?

Olympia, WA – The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries has issued a hazard alert for workers who use thermal cutting tools to de-tension cables embedded in concrete structures such as bridges and freeway overpasses, warning them of the dangers of lead exposure.

Arlington, VA – An advisory committee has concluded that the Environmental Protection Agency’s draft document on health risks involving the chemical 1-Bromopropane is “a good risk assessment document” overall but could be improved.

If you observe workers, won’t they do everything correctly?

Are you worried about your employees driving distracted or using their cell phone behind the wheel?

Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are the two most dangerous heat-related illnesses, according to OSHA.

Can I use one attendant to electronically monitor multiple 1910.146 confined space entries?