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2 weeks ago | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
Artificial intelligence: It’s “reshaping how safety teams work,” says Ryan Demelo, director of product marketing for EcoOnline. “AI-powered hazard analysis speeds up risk assessments and identifies issues that may be overlooked,” he said. “AI also supports faster incident investigations and recommends possible corrective actions. In chemical safety, AI can suggest safer alternatives to hazardous substances.”Rajiv Jalim, global head of sustainability at AMCS, echoed those thoughts.
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2 weeks ago | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
Does your employer have a heat protection program? Many have added one in recent years in response to OSHA’s emphasis on the topic. “In August 2024, OSHA proposed new regulations to safeguard workers from extreme heat,” said Erin Peters, product manager at Protective Industrial Products.
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1 month ago | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
Employers across all industries are “aggressively implementing digital transformation frameworks,” says Nels Anderson, business director – health and safety solutions, TSI Inc. “Digital transformation fundamentally changes how companies operate,” he said. “The occupational health and safety landscape is no exception. Industrial hygienists and safety professionals today often struggle to keep up with increasing workloads under constrained budgets.
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1 month ago | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
In fiscal year 2024, OSHA’s Fall Protection – General Requirements standard (1926.501) was cited in 6,307 violations. The year before: 7,188. The OSHA standard outlines for employers and workers “where fall protection is required, which systems are appropriate for given situations, the proper construction and installation of safety systems, and the proper supervision of employees to prevent falls.
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Feb 23, 2025 | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
Simply put, “ladders and scaffolding have been around for a long time,” said Misty Mason, product manager at JLG. “People are very comfortable with them. “Yet, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report, 20% of workplace injuries from falls involve a ladder. That statistic surges to 81% in the construction industry.
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Feb 23, 2025 | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
When personal protective clothing and equipment don’t fit – which is often the case for women in the workplace – women are “unnecessarily” exposed to a “number of dangerous, but avoidable, hazards,” says Katie Mielcarek, marketing manager at Gateway Safety. Some of those hazards, Mielcarek said, are:Debris in the eyes from safety glasses that are too big and leave gaps around the eyes.
Hearing loss as a result of earplugs or earmuffs that don’t fit.
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Feb 19, 2025 | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
If you’re a parent or caregiver, you know that hazards in the home can injure kids – sometimes seriously. Windows are part of that group. Each year, 3,500 to 5,000 children in the United States are hospitalized after falling out of a window, Safe Kids Worldwide says. And statistics show that eight others die after getting tangled in window treatment cords. These injuries are preventable. Let’s learn how. ACTION: Supervise kids around windows.
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Jan 26, 2025 | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
Protective clothing has been a popular topic of conversation lately in the safety industry. OSHA recently released a final rule – set at press time to go into effect on Jan. 13 – that requires personal protective equipment in the construction industry to properly fit each worker. “Improperly fitting PPE can leave workers vulnerable to hazards, reducing its effectiveness,” said Ray Chishti, senior editor – environmental, health and safety, at J. J. Keller & Associates Inc.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
When it comes to head protection for workers, it’s important to understand the difference between Type I and Type II. Type I protects wearers from objects that may strike the top of the helmet. Type II offers users front, back and side protection, in addition to top impact protection. Which type is best for your workers? “Do the research,” says Katie Mielcarek, marketing manager at Gateway Safety.
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Nov 23, 2024 | 
safetyandhealthmagazine.com | Jennifer Yario
Stay warm and stay dry. These are two critical things to remember if you’re outside working in cold weather – especially when it comes to your hands. “It’s important to know your work environment,” said Tina Perales, national product manager for hand, eye and face at Honeywell. “Select a cold weather glove designed for your level of exposure.”Perales shared a helpful tip: “Customers often ask how to pick the right glove.
