Industrial Safety & Hygiene News

1 week ago | ishn.com | Rose Morrison

Occupational SafetyOSHA If your safety management role involves overseeing landscaping professionals, you should familiarize yourself with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations on noise exposure limits for general industry professionals. Be aware of the particulars and take the appropriate steps to help workers protect themselves from hearing damage. Here is what you should know about OSHA noise standards and stipulations.

2 weeks ago | ishn.com | Emily Newton

Every second counts in high-risk industrial environments, especially when hazardous gases are involved. Traditional detection systems have long played a critical role in ensuring workplace safety, but they often operate in silos. However, IoT gas detectors can be a smarter, faster risk management method. These connected devices maximize operational benefits and support a more data-driven approach to protecting personnel and assets.

3 weeks ago | ishn.com | Benita Mehta

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) was set to lose 90 percent of the agency's workforce. But a federal lawsuit brought by a coal miner and a push among some members of Congress might have prompted the Department of Health and Human Services to reinstate some programs.

3 weeks ago | ishn.com | Ellie Gabel

Checklists are valuable for helping warehouse workers follow the right steps without missing any. However, some safety professionals become overly reliant on these documents. They are useful but much more applicable when combined with improved procedures and relevant training programs. An assumption may encourage someone to look deeper into a suspected issue but should not primarily drive their actions.

3 weeks ago | ishn.com | Emily Newton

The pharmaceutical industry faces unique safety concerns. While vaccine manufacturing workflows themselves may not be dangerous, failing to meet quality standards or a lack of oversight can lead to significant risks for end users. Consequently, the safety of the product is more prominent than that of its production, and these items face strict regulatory requirements. As pharma demand has risen and technology has advanced, the sector has shifted toward digital safety nets.