The changing face of manufacturing
The past decade has seen a shift in the manufacturing industry, brought on by automation, the pandemic’s impact, and a labor shortage.
View Article2024: The year of AI-driven safety transformation
The introduction of AI PPE has shifted the focus from passive protection to active prevention, using data-driven insights to preemptively address potential hazards.
View ArticleThe most dangerous safety threat in industrial work might be mental health
More industrial workers die from suicide each year than any other workplace fatalities combined.
View ArticleRegistration opens for ASSP’s Safety 2024 in Denver
Safety 2024 offers workplace safety and health professionals a vast networking experience while highlighting best practices, industry trends and the latest product innovations.
View ArticleProtecting facilities from natural disasters
Complex layers of heavy materials and technology make it dangerous to inhabitants and the planet when debris becomes pollution.
View ArticleOhio Safety Congress adds to their education workshops
There are 17 different workshops to choose from.
View ArticleGeospatial data plays a key role in maximizing safety in construction
Safety managers and others concerned with construction workers’ well-being increasingly use geospatial data for better risk awareness.
View ArticleWhat programs most help industrial worker physical and mental health?
Those working in industrial jobs face unique physical and mental health challenges that employers should be aware of. Most companies care about the well-being of their workers.
View Article10 predictions for EHS technology in 2024
The EHS function continues to play a key role in understanding and mitigating risk across organizational portfolios. With the rise of ESG priorities and movement towards dynamic risk management, firms...
View ArticleThe real cost of under-investing in health & safety
With safety directors striving to maximize their budgets, it's essential to understand the economic impact of safety measures, an area where recent research initiatives offer valuable insights.
View ArticleThe young, fit, and the injured: How to keep Gen Z workers safe
The highest rate of injury is seen with workers between the ages of 18-24, who are experiencing emergency-room injuries at a rate of 2.3 injuries per 100 full-time equivalents — a factor that may be...
View ArticleThe current state of safety: Heart to heart with a safety professional
Though convinced that we have made strides with equipment and safer processes, I am equally convinced that we are stuck on a hamster wheel.
View ArticleFinancial literacy for safety professionals
By improving their financial literacy, risk advisors can guarantee their company's success and contribute to their organizations' overall monetary sustainability. In this article, we will be discussing...
View ArticleAI can trigger psychological side effects
Many environmental health and safety professionals are leaning into the new technology and learning as much as they can about both AI’s potential positive and negative consequences in the EHS field.
View ArticleBest practices for proactive risk identification and mitigation
Conducting regular process safety audits allows facility managers and manufacturers can proactively identify and mitigate risks before they escalate into serious incidents.
View ArticleHow to develop a lifelong OHS career plan
If you have spent four or more years earning an OHS related degree, then you are likely a career thinker looking to maximize your professional growth.
View ArticleASSP seeks instructors for 2024-2025 safety education events
The organization is looking for professionals to teach courses on a variety of safety and health topics.
View ArticleSpring into action: 8 ergonomic strategies for revitalizing your workplace
As the seasons transition from the quiet of winter to the vibrancy of spring and summer, we are offered a chance to inject new life into our daily routines and work environments.
View ArticleWhat are the best ways to improve work truck ergonomics?
Truck driving ergonomics is an often overlooked part of vehicle safety. Employee comfort and musculoskeletal health deserve attention, too.
View ArticlePODCAST | Virtual reality changing shape of safety training
In this episode, learn about how virtual reality training is improving workplace processes and employee engagement.
View ArticleTop considerations for manufacturing plant drainage systems
Safety and sanitation are leading concerns for manufacturing plants. Regular cleaning is crucial to ensuring both, and drainage systems are key to easier, more effective cleaning.
View ArticleInvesting in Relationships: Effective tactics to get to know your employees
A sturdy foundation is essential in construction to ensure the stability and integrity of the entire building. Similarly, when managers take the time to get to know their employees, they establish a...
View ArticleASSP names 2024 Outstanding Safety Educator
Stockel, Ph.D., CSP, SMS, is an associate professor of professional practice at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK.
View ArticleInnovations in workplace first aid
One of the major challenges in workplace safety is that people tend to think they’re invincible at work. This means they’re less likely to take the time to properly prepare for an emergency.
View ArticleU.S. employers need to embrace concepts of PWFA
If our nation seeks to remain the richest on the planet, then U.S. employers must embrace the concepts of the PWFA.
View ArticleA guide to power generation plant safety
Power generation plants are essential for meeting the world's energy needs, but they also pose significant hazards to workers. In this guide, we'll briefly explore the top hazards in power generation...
View ArticleHow can renewable energy improve safety in manufacturing?
In a world that is rapidly changing as a result of climate change, many industries are looking towards alternatives that can help to make them more sustainable.
View ArticleMaintaining hygiene regulations in food processing
This relentless commitment to cleanliness is critical in navigating the complex regulatory compliance landscape, ensuring your facility stands out for all the right reasons.
View ArticleSafety professionals invited to share experiences with head protection
J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. and ISEA launch a collaborative research study. You can participate until May 2.
View ArticleGround-level changes drive ergonomic, employee-wellbeing improvements
Whether moving parts to the dock or product down an assembly line, lower push forces mean that employees can move materials quickly with less wear on their bodies and greater productivity.
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