News from the Safety Industry

NIOSH has awarded three innovative solutions for improving real-time respirator fit evaluation as part of its $350,000 Respirator Fit Evaluation Challenge.

Artco-Bell Corp. faces $257,000 in penalties after a worker sustained severe injuries due to a lack of required machine guards.

AI-driven tools are transforming the role of EHS managers in construction, shifting their focus from compliance to proactive risk prevention.

A recent study shows a 29 percent increase in lockout/tagout violations from 2022 to 2023, particularly affecting the manufacturing sector.

The board will address issues related to nuclear weapons workers with health conditions caused by toxic exposure.

Simply checking the compliance box isn’t enough. Ongoing safety training is essential for real-world readiness.

Workers are optimistic about how technologies, such as robotics and AI, can enhance safety.

The two organizations have teamed up to improve workplace safety by sharing resources and promoting joint volunteer efforts.

Robert Pater, creator of the MoveSMART system, reflects on his 20 years writing the Breakthrough Strategies column for OH&S and discusses why slips, trips, and falls remain prevalent in the workplace, as well as emerging safety trends and risks that professionals should keep an eye on.

Creating an effective safety audit schedule is essential for managing high-risk tasks and improving safety processes during production shutdowns.