News from the Safety Industry

The manufacturing industry could require 3.8 million jobs to be filled within the next decade.

Integrating AI and IoT into workplace safety enhances predictive analytics, real-time monitoring and proactive risk management to significantly reduce accidents and improve overall safety.

The "can't rather than don't" principle emphasizes using engineering controls to make safety incidents physically impossible, rather than relying on administrative controls that depend on worker vigilance.

Kyoei Steel, the operator of Vinton Steel LLC, faces $269,631 in penalties for repeat and serious safety violations.

Expert Dennis Terpin discusses the various respiratory issues involved in disaster response and the key components of a respiratory protection program in disaster scenarios.

OSHA cited the Easton, Connecticut-based company with similar violations in 2016.

Boston Waterproofing & Construction Corp. faces $451,694 in penalties for the violations.

Did you know that small changes "nudges" in the environment can influence safer decisions and promote positive behavior? This theory is a concept in behavioral science that proposes subtle, indirect suggestions can effectively influence the behavior and decision-making processes of individuals and groups.

The companies repeatedly failed to ensure worker safety, leading to severe penalties.

The company will pay penalties totaling $12 million and must enhance safety measures nationwide.