Read about the required supplies that must be included in first aid kits to comply with a new ANSI standard that went into effect October 15, 2022.

Discover some of the key aspects of OSHA's Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard, along with tips for adapting safety programs to meet the requirements.

A new final rule for the Beryllium standard has been published by U.S. OSHA.

It is the employer’s responsibility to identify workplace hazards, establish a written respiratory program and provide employees with appropriate respiratory protection.

Factory workers often rely on unisex personal protective equipment that’s designed for an average body, not a broad range of sizes and shapes, a trait that limits its effectiveness. As women fill more manufacturing jobs, employers are switching to gender-specific gear that can provide better protection in hazardous environments.

Research shows that cuts, punctures, and lacerations account for over 44% of hand injuries; therefore cut-resistant gloves are a must-have in industrial work. 

Manufacturers that rely on lockout/tagout procedures to keep employees safe are eager to take advantage of digital capabilities that might simplify the process but wary of limited or unsteady network access and reluctant to pick up the cost of smartphones currently required to use them.

OSHA has expanded its scope over the decades to cover many regulations and training programs for total workplace safety.