Safety Nets at Construction Sites (ANSI/ASSE A10)
A safety net is something so practical and dependable that it is synonymous with the idea of metaphorical support in the event of a mistake….
Safety & Health for Demolition Operations, ANSI/ASSP A10.6
Demolition is antithetical to construction, yet the two certainly function together well. To construct on existing structures, it is often necessary to destruct, intentionally removing…
A Measurement of the Shocks Delivered to the Hand-Arm System
Those who consistently operate power tools are prone to the side effects that shock-type exposure can cause on the human body. Such power tools include,…
Office Ergonomics: Designing for Worker Productivity and Health
Although sitting a desk for hours at a time may seem detrimental to health and productivity, it doesn’t have to be. The purpose of office…
ANSI/ASSE Z359.2-2017 – Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program
***Update: This standard has been revised. The current edition, ANSI/ASSP Z359.2-2023Minimum Requirements For A Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program, is available on the ANSI Webstore….
ANSI/ASSE A1264 Addresses Safety for Workplace Surfaces
As we have previously discussed, falls can be tragic, as they account for 15 percent of all accidental deaths in industry and cause other secondary…
The Significance of Product Safety Signs and Labels in ANSI Z535
Today, there are six standards in the ANSI Z535 series, along with one supplementary document. Together, these cover the criteria for the design, evaluation, and…
OSHA Releases the Top 10 Violations of 2016
OSHA has completed its list of the top 10 violations of 2016. This statistic is released every October, revealing the 10 most frequently cited safety…
Workers Comp State Laws and Job Safety Standards
When it comes to insurance, the devil is always in the details. And that’s especially true with Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Workers’ Comp (as it’s commonly…