News from the Safety Industry
ANSI B11.20-2017 Standard
Published: Thursday January 11th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Originally adopted in 1991, ANSI B11.20 was the first standard to address the safety of complex automation systems created by integrating individual machines into a larger coordinated system. ANSI B11.20-2017 establishes requirements for the construction, operation and maintenance of integrated manu [...]
Veterans encouraged to explore post-military careers in workplace safety
Published: Wednesday January 10th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The qualities of military veterans are also the traits of an OSH professional, which is why ASSE believes that military members separating from the U.S. Armed Forces should consider workplace safety as a second career. Safety professionals keep people protected by analyzing and controlling on-the-jo [...]
Department of Labor Releases Fall 2017 Regulatory Agenda
Published: Tuesday January 9th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
On Dec. 14, 2017, the Department of Labor released its regulatory plan statement and agenda for Fall 2017. The comprehensive list, which is issued twice each year, covers the regulations the DOL plans to consider for proposal, prerule or final rule in the following 6- to 12-month period.
U.S. Department of Labor Cites South Jersey Manufacturer For Continued Safety Violations
Published: Tuesday January 9th 2018
Source: OSHA News
Jan. 9, 2018
U.S. Department of Labor Cites South Jersey Manufacturer
For Continued Safety Violations
Construction Practice Specialty: Virtual Meeting Feb. 16
Published: Monday January 8th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Join the Construction Practice Specialty for its bi-monthly open web meeting. This meeting will feature a special presentation on mining in construction.
Construction Practice Specialty Virtual Meeting: Feb. 16
Published: Monday January 8th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Join the Construction Practice Specialty for its bi-monthly open web meeting. This meeting will feature a special presentation on mining in construction.
Environmental Practice Specialty Seeking Candidates for Assistant Administrator
Published: Monday January 8th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Jay Brakensiek reflects on upcoming changes at ASSE and how you can help set the direction of the Society's Environmental Practice Specialty.
Management Practice Specialty: A Message From the Administrator
Published: Monday January 8th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Anita Muller gives a brief update and sets some goals for the Management Practice Specialty.
Administrator's Message: Risk Management/Insurance Practice Specialty
Published: Monday January 8th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
RM/I Practice Specialty Administrator John Stevens provides an update on Safety 2018, open conference calls and corporate sponsorship support.
Administrator's Message: Risk Management/Insurance Practice Specialty
Published: Monday January 8th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
RM/I Practice Specialty Administrator John Stevens provides an update on Safety 2018, open conference calls and corporate sponsorship support.