Every OSHA investigation presents an opportunity for using what comes to light to help prevent similar incidents. Here's a review of three cases – and the lessons learned.
Raising awareness of – and providing guidance on – the implementation of safety technology is a goal of the National Safety Council’s Work to Zero initiative. Its mission: to “research the most effective technologies and ways to integrate them into the workplace, provide educational resources to increase the adoption of technology, and foster key partnerships with stakeholders in the field to strengthen everyone’s work.”
“Many leaders still struggle with understanding employee expectations and cultivating trust and loyalty,” say Angelica Grindle and Rebecca Timmins of DEKRA.
“It’s crucial to ensure the health and well-being of a diverse workforce and to understand and mitigate safety issues in light of new work arrangements,” says Don Elswick of ELSMART Associates LLC.
“Even skin that is protected can be subject to frostbite,” the National Safety Council says. Signs of frostbite include skin that looks red, white, bluish-white, grayish-yellow, purplish, brown or ashen, depending on the severity of the condition and the person’s skin color. The affected area may feel numb as well. The condition can affect the fingers, toes, ears and face.
Responding is Mike Russin, product line director, Industrial Scientific Corp., Pittsburgh.
Leveraging Industrial Internet of Things technology allows employers to gain visibility into employees and...
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