Plan-Do-Check-Act in ISO 45001:2018
Through ISO 45001, the PCDA cycle is key for the effectiveness of an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system. ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational health…
ANSI Z80.3-2018, Sunglasses Standard Revision
The American National Standard ANSI Z80.3-2018: Ophthalmics – Nonprescription Sunglass and Fashion Eyewear Requirements has been released. Sunglasses are the epitome of cool. A status…
What ISO 45001 Does Not Cover
After a highly anticipated development process, the new international standard ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational health and safety management systems – Requirements with guidance for use…
The Benefits of ISO 45001
ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational health and safety management systems – Requirements with guidance for use was published on March 12, 2018. This is a new…
ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational health and safety management systems – Requirements with guidance for use has been released. Its creation spanned the four tracks of…
ANSI/ASSE Z9.3-2017: Spray Finishing Operations: Safety Code for Design, Construction and Ventilation
Spray finishing incorporates relatively simple but effective means of depositing dispersed organic or inorganic materials on surfaces to be coated, treated, or cleaned. Unfortunately, during…
Sitting Ergonomically
A widespread health hazard is not instantaneous but gradually brought on by the seemingly innocuous activity of sitting. Sitting in an office environment, particularly resting…
OSHA Releases the Top 10 Violations of 2017
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has once again released its annual list of the top 10 cited violations. This list is the culmination…
The First Hardhat
Our brain is the epicenter of our being, and yet industrial head protection is a concern unique to modern history. Prior to this time, safeguards…