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Occupational Safety News Bulletin – 5/15

Occupational Safety News Bulletin – 5/15

Occupational Safety news headlines for late May, 2011: OSHA launches outreach program for heat related illness The summer is here, and OSHA is reaching out to employers and employees to help spread the word on how to prevent heat related…

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Critical MASS Effect: Safety Footwear and What’s Inside It

Critical MASS Effect: Safety Footwear and What’s Inside It

OSHA calls for the use of PPE for foot protection any time employees are working in areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole, and where employee’s feet are exposed to electrical hazards. One paradigm in foot protection that OSHA doesn’t address, though, is foot arch support or orthotics.

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Occupational Safety News Bulletin – 3/15

Occupational Safety News Bulletin – 3/15

Occupational Safety news headlines for mid March, 2011: OSHA states they support American jobs OSHA Assistant Secretary David Michaels made a statement on Feb. 15 declaring that OSHA helps to support American jobs. Obama has requested that all government agencies…

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Occupational Safety News Bulletin – 2/15

Occupational Safety News Bulletin – 2/15

Occupational Safety news headlines for mid February, 2011: On Feb 1, OSHA hosted a regional Latino outreach and education conference on safety, health and workers’ rights in Oakland, CA Rep. Darrell Issa of California will be holding a hearing on…

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OSHA News Release: 05/24/2010

OSHA News Release: 05/24/2010

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced in a notice of proposed rulemaking published in today’s Federal Register its plans to require improved worker protection from tripping, slipping and falling hazards on walking…

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Different Types of Earplugs and How They Can Help You

Different Types of Earplugs and How They Can Help You

There are various types of earplugs currently available on the market. Understanding the different types of earplugs and the benefits of each type can help you…

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Limb Injury Prevention in the Workplace

Limb Injury Prevention in the Workplace

Limb injuries can be some of the most physically and mentalLimb injuriesly devastating of all workplace accidents. Since the vast majority of jobs require the use of both arms and hands, and a large number also…

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Ignoring Small Details Can Lead to Big Accidents

Ignoring Small Details Can Lead to Big Accidents

One of the main goals of safety officers and managers at any company is to create what is called a ‘culture of safety’. Essentially, this refers to an organization whose employees are dedicated to maintaining safety standards in every task that they perform at…

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Choosing Good Footwear

Choosing Good Footwear

Shoes can make a significant difference in your long term health and comfort…

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