News from the Safety Industry
Support U.S. Veterans: Donate to Leadership Conference Drive
Published: Wednesday September 20th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
During the upcoming Leadership Conference, attendees will be assembling snack and clothing packages for homeless veterans in the Chicagoland area. ASSE communities support the cause by donating gift cards or needed items.
ASSE Publishes Standard on Safety Requirements for Hot Mix Asphalt Facilities
Published: Tuesday September 19th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The revised ANSI/ASSE A10.27 standard addresses hot mix asphalt plants. This standard is widely used and should be of interest to OSH professionals who work with hot-mix-related hazards and exposures.
Launch of ASSE LearnEx expands education options for safety professionals
Published: Tuesday September 19th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
ASSE has unveiled its latest innovation in online learning. Newly created ASSE LearnEx courses debut in October, opening a new avenue for OSH professionals who aim to further their education and advance their careers. Participants get the same level of content and educational engagement as ASSE's in [...]
Election Results: Manufacturing Practice Specialty
Published: Friday September 15th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
John Perkins, CSP, senior director, EHS Tyco Global Manufacturing and Distribution, Boca Raton, FL has been elected Assistant Administrator of the Manufacturing Practice Specialty. John will serve in this position until June, 30, 2019, followed by 2 years as Administrator.
Member Spotlight: Stan Geist
Published: Friday September 15th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
In this spotlight, we focus on Stan Geist, ASP, CSP, of the Management Practice Specialty.
Drones Play Role in Harvey Recovery Efforts
Published: Friday September 15th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The use of drones has become very popular among filmmakers, videographers, and photographers. The ability to operate the drone from a distance and capture unique angles and views allows for breathtaking shots. Recently, drones have played a huge role in recovery efforts from Hurricane Harvey in Hous [...]
Administrator's Message: Public Sector Practice Specialty
Published: Thursday September 14th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Lori Schroth reflects on all the incidents we have experienced lately that are ever so important to the public sector.
WISE Member Jayme Hobson Featured in Grainger Safety Story
Published: Thursday September 14th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Watch Grainger's spotlight on WISE member Jayme Hobson.
New Videos From ASSE's Risk Assessment Institute
Published: Thursday September 14th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The ASSE Risk Assessment Institute has added two new videos to its Risk Assessment in the Real World series.
Member Spotlight: Jacquelyn Seth, CSP
Published: Thursday September 14th 2017
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Jacquelyn Seth, CSP, is the subject of this member spotlight for our Blacks in Safety Engineering Common Interest Group.