Archive for May 2020
ASSP Foundation awards $285,000 in scholarships and grants
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Foundation is awarding $285,000 in academic scholarships and professional development grants to 112 individuals seeking advancement in occupational safety and health. “The Foundation receives incredible support every year from corporate donors and our ASSP member community,” said ASSP Foundation Chair Linda Tapp, CSP, ALCM, CPTD. “It’s due to…
Read MoreOSHA Cites Texas Chemical Manufacturer for Safety Hazards After Massive Explosion
OSHA has cited TPC Group LLC for exposing employees to workplace safety and health hazards after a fire and explosion at the Port Neches, Texas, plant in November 2019. The company faces $514,692 in fines. OSHA opened an investigation after vapor formed at the base of a butadiene finishing tower ignited and caused several explosions…
Read MoreOSHA Deputy Assistant Secretary Loren Sweatt Testifies on Capitol Hill
In testimony before a House committee, the acting OSHA chief made these points: OSHA’s efforts to address COVID-19 have been its top priority since February. OSHA’s initial response to the pandemic was to provide extensive guidance, often in conjunction with the CDC. It is important to recognize OSHA has existing standards that serve as the…
Read MoreIntelex to Host Free Post-Pandemic EHSQ Best Practices Virtual Conference
Intelex Technologies, ULC, a leading global provider of SaaS-based Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality (EHSQ) management software, has announced its three-part post-pandemic workplace event, the Ready2Return Virtual Conference, taking place June 9, 16, and 23, 2020. Held over three consecutive Tuesdays, the no charge event is the first of its kind bringing together a large, global community…
Read MoreStudy: Spending to improve managing worker health and exposure to surge
Independent research firm Verdantix has released data from a new study that found the global market for industrial hygiene and occupational health software (IH/OH) will surge over the next five years as workplaces aim to better manage worker health and exposure. The firm’s research said that spending on industrial hygiene and IH/OH software will grow…
Read MoreOSHA Announces Increase in Enforcement Inspections
OSHA has adopted revised policies for enforcing OSHA’s requirements with respect to coronavirus as economies reopen in states throughout the country. Now, as states begin reopening their economies, OSHA has issued two revised enforcement policies to ensure employers are taking action to protect their employees. First, OSHA is increasing in-person inspections at all types of…
Read MoreJustice Department Allows Corporations to Delay Paying Environmental Fines Amid Pandemic
Ten corporations that agreed to a total of $56m in civil penalties for allegedly breaking environmental laws are not being required to make payments under a pause granted by the Justice Department during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to The Guardian newspaper. The companies signed settlements with the government agreeing to pay fines without admitting liability,…
Read MoreOSHA lassos Bull Stud Facility for Exposing Workers to Harmful Chemicals
An employee death at a bull stud facility triggered an inspection by OSHA and a proposed penalty of $122,602. On Nov. 20, 2019, 20-year-old employee of Custom Genetic Solutions died at the Mitchell facility from asphyxiation after being exposed to liquid nitrogen, according to The Daily Republic, Mitchell, S.D. Inspectors found employees filled containers daily…
Read MorePyramex Safety Launches New Glove Options for 2020
Pyramex’s new dipped gloves are constructed from Polyurethane, Latex or Nitrile, each reportedly designed be the safest, most comfortable work gloves available. All new dipped gloves meet ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 cut standards (with ratings from A1-A9 depending on model) as well as CE EN388:2016 (with levels A-F depending on model), which further rates cut. Two new…
Read MoreMobile Partition Shield Panels
Divide work areas in industrial, office, and commercial settings with unobstructed views while protecting workers from the spread of germs caused by face-to-face interactions at workstations. Conveniently move the freestanding mobile unit with ease to any desired location. Use by itself or with other panels as a modular system to fit the desired space. Surrounding…
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