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Apply for a Susan Harwood Safety and Health Training Grant Program
Every year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gives $1.5 million in grants to a wide-reaching variety of organizations and labor unions so that they might be able to hold training sessions for local workers and employers dedicated to workplace safety and health. Continue reading
With just two episodes left, the trees fall on “Ax Men”
The guys on “Ax Men,” no matter the crew, were feeling the pressure on last night’s episode as the season draws to a close. Continue reading
Bad attitudes and big mishaps plague “Ax Men” crews
As the season neared its close and the competition heated up on “Ax Men,” the crews were clearly feeling the pressure on Sunday’s show. Continue reading
Fall Protection Equipment
New final rule from OSHA concerning worker protection with cranes and derricks issued
If you work in underground construction, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued a final rule that applies directly to you. Continue reading
OSHA will reestablish Maritime Advisory Committee for Occupational Safety and Health
Earlier this month, Acting Secretary of Labor Seth Harris announced that he would re-establish the charter of the Maritime Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (MACOSH). Continue reading
Gloves and Hand Protection
OSHA requires that management account for latex allergies
If you work in a profession where your employees are dealing with biohazards, or simply don’t want to end up with dirty hands because of the kind of work you do, you know how important it can be to protect yourself with latex gloves. Continue reading
Spring cleaning safety: Mowing the lawn
You may not have broken out your lawnmower just yet, but within a few weeks you’ll be back outside, tidying up the yard and readying it for summer fun. Continue reading
At least the guys on “Built” work (for the most part) safely
The newest show on the Style Network, is admittedly, less about construction than it is about models, even if they're models who will renovate your million-dollar home. Continue reading
The Behemoth: At least it will get you through Doomsday
On last night's episode of "Doomsday Preppers," one of the featured preparers was Jim D., a security consultant in Southern California who believes that a terrorist hack could shut down the power grid throughout the country. Continue reading
HexArmor Mechanic Gloves offer the ultimate in cut resistance
No matter the industry you work in, it’s likely that you’re acutely aware of the importance of work gloves. Continue reading
Safety Glasses and Goggles
Even Doomsday Preppers face on-the-job dangers
On last night’s episode of “Doomsday Preppers,” the popular National Geographic series chronicling the lives of those who fear that imminent disaster will strike our nation, Bill and Krystal, along with their children, were shown prepping for an economic collapse. Continue reading
“Highway Thru Hell” showcases harrowing 18-wheeler accidents and much more
It may be hard to believe, but there are two shows on television this season about tow truck companies operating on treacherous wintry mountain passes. Continue reading
Respirators
Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health will meet in May
In order to ensure that the regulations designated for each sector overseen by the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are up-to-date and in line with recent industry trends and technologies, the organization periodically schedules a meeting of an advisory committee on a specific type of work. Continue reading
Keeping your workplace safe during a pandemic flu situation
Lately, there have been concerns in China about Avian Influenza, often referred to as the bird flu, as the country has seen several deaths as a result of the disease. Continue reading
Safety Clothing
Safety hazards and drama continue on last night’s episode of “Ax men”
“Ax Men” profiles the lives of loggers across North America, who are dedicated to the big payouts that come from finding or chopping down large logs. Continue reading
OSHA extends regulations to protect temporary workers
On April 29, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) observed Worker’s Memorial Day to honor those employees who have perished as a result of workplace accidents. Continue reading
