Key Factors to Consider When Developing Microcredentials
Microcredentials are used by higher education institutions for multiple purposes that include adding knowledge, skills, or competencies that complement a major, to providing a pathway […]
ISO 8432:1987— Liquid Chromatography For Essential Oils
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts that retain the natural smell and flavor of their source. Since most of their components are volatile (i.e., a […]
ANSI/ASSP A10.32-2023: Construction Fall Protection Systems
Falls are the leading cause of death among construction workers. Each year, roughly 300–400 construction workers fall to their deaths, most often while working at […]
But WHY Are Standards and Conformity Assessment Important… It’s Not Science Fiction
True fanatics of a certain science fiction movie series that debuted in May 1977 can show certain details to those of us not too immersed […]
ISO 8586:2023—Selection And Training Of Sensory Assessors
In the early 1950s, a milestone for sensory evaluation occurred when the Quartermaster Food and Container Institute developed the nine-point hedonic scale: a category scaling […]
ASTM F833-21: Carriages And Strollers
In 1733, William Kent, a landscape architect of the Royal Garden in Britain, designed the first stroller for the Duke of Devonshire, who wanted to […]
ANSI Z535.4-2011 (R2017): Product Safety Signs And Labels
The primary importance of displaying safety signs and labels is to prevent injury and ensure staff and visitors are aware of the possible dangers and hazards […]
ANSI/ASSP Z9.4-2011 (R2021): Abrasive-Blasting Operations
In 1870, the first patent for an abrasive blasting piece was filed by Benjamin Tilghman, an American soldier from Pennsylvania. Supposedly, Tilghman’s idea came from […]
What Is the National Safety Stand-Down?
The National Safety Stand-Down is a voluntary event for employers to talk directly to employees about safety. It was originally conceived by OSHA in 2014 as […]
Improving Your Internal Auditing Skills
An integral part of a successful management system is an effective internal audit program that evaluates organizational policies, procedures, and operations to ensure effective implementation […]