News from the Safety Industry

In her closing keynote at the NSC Safety Congress, Dr. Kate Darling emphasized the importance of a balanced and ethical approach to AI and robotics in workplace safety.

Color rendering is a critical safety factor in hazardous location lighting, impacting visibility, color accuracy, and risk mitigation beyond basic brightness levels.

Effective safety training prevents workplace falls by increasing awareness, improving hazard response and fostering proactive measures.

Five key safety standards are crucial for preventing occupational lung diseases.

During a panel discussion, OSHA reviewed the most cited standards for specific causes of fatalities.

For 14 consecutive years, the same violation tops the list as the most frequently cited.

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Avetta and the National Safety Council have partnered to launch the Safety Maturity Index, providing actionable insights to prevent injuries and improve contractors’ safety across their supply chains.

Proactively managing subcontractor risks through consistent standards, direct oversight, and clear communication is essential for maintaining safety, compliance and operational success in supply chains.

Unchecked subcontractors can introduce hidden risks that result in serious safety, financial and reputational consequences for hiring companies, requiring proactive management.