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 […]
Occupational Health and Safety
ISO 10816-3:2009/Amd1:2017 – Amendment 1 to Evaluation of Machine Vibration Standard
***Update: ISO 10816-3 and its corresponding amendment have been revised by ISO 20816-3:2022 – Mechanical Vibration – Measurement And Evaluation Of Machine Vibration – Part […]
Safety Nets at Construction Sites
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 and Health for Demolition Operations
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 Z359.2-2023 Minimum Requirements For A Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program, is available on the ANSI […]
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 […]
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 […]
ANSI/ASSE Z490.1-2016 – Safety, Health, and Environmental Training
With an extensive mental database at their disposal, workers can safeguard themselves from the anticipated hazards of their occupations. While many of the methods that […]