Ergonomics and Workplace Safety
Ergonomics is an applied science that encompasses the design and arrangement of the products, tools, or methods people use in their environment that fit job requirements and personal capabilities while allowing for efficiency and safety. Ergonomics safety principles...
Reducing PFAS in the Metal-Finishing Industry
What Are PFAS? Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of manufactured chemicals invented in the 1930s. One of the first known examples was the invention of non-stick cookware by DuPont in 1946 which features a chemical coating with the brand...
OSHA’s Updated HCS (HAZCOM) Standard: What Do You Need to Know?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the United States Department of Labor first published the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS or HAZCOM Standard) [29 CFR 1910.1200] in 1983, which required those who produce or import chemicals to assess the...
OSHA Rule Allowing Third Parties to Attend Walkaround Inspections Finalized
In late March 2024, OSHA amended the OSH Act in the section pertaining to representatives on walkaround inspections. Specifically, the regulation had stated that only employees of an organization could be authorized as employee representatives on inspections. ...
EHS Audit Preparation
If your business was surprised with an environmental health and safety (EHS) audit today, would it pass? Many times, the answer is no. An EHS audit is used to assess regulatory compliance in the workplace. Many different agencies can conduct an EHS audit, such as the...
Construction Safety Week: Spotlight on Fall Protection
Falls are repeatedly among the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in the workplace. To help reduce the number of fall-related incidents, using fall protection when working at elevated heights has become a federal requirement for employees. A person without...
Construction Safety Week: May 6–10, 2024
Next week is Construction Safety Week. This event was started in 2014 with the purpose of encouraging construction companies to reflect on and recommit to their safety practices. The ultimate goal is zero accidents or incidents on every job site. The theme of this...
The Advantages of Outsourcing Environmental Health and Safety: Streamlining Compliance and Efficiency
Can you afford to outsource EHS services for your company? The more accurate question is, how can you afford not to? Outsourcing EHS services does not mean ceding control of the process to an outside entity. Far from it. Rather, it means hiring experts to augment your...
Navigating Connecticut’s EHS Regulatory Landscape: What Businesses Need to Know
Connecticut is known for having a robust regulatory landscape when it comes to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations. This blog aims to provide businesses with a breakdown of the specific environmental and safety regulations in the state, offering...
How to Keep Fire Exit Doors Up to Code
Why is it important to equip fire exit doors with proper handles, and how do NFPA codes apply to your facility? Proper door handles on fire exit doors are just as important as extinguishing equipment, emergency lighting, and alarms. Equipping your facility with the...