Workplace Solutions

How does cold weather negatively impact the skin, and how can I protect my skin in the winter?

Do you sit at a desk for hours at a time for work? Do you ever feel sore, experience back or neck pain, or have pain in your fingers? If so, you may not be practicing proper ergonomics.

Washington – NIOSH has developed the first database of firefighter body measurements, aiming to help improve the design and safety of firefighter equipment.

How can I prevent forklift incidents in the workplace?

What hearing protection is most appropriate for arc flash hazard areas?

How can employers reduce the risk of contact dermatitis for workers using safety gloves?

Many employees begin and end their workday in parking lots, but they may overlook the potential dangers of the area.

Washington – The American Industrial Hygiene Association has published a fact sheet that aims to improve safety for workers in the nanotechnology industry.

Washington – The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology has released two fliers for health care workers on proper use of procedure masks and N95 respirators.

Chicago – “Moderately cold” work conditions pose health and safety risks for employees, and employers should take steps to improve worker comfort, according to NIOSH.