By: Lester Tiro, Contributor When an employee is performing their job alone in the cold, occupational hazards are amplified. Over the years in the lone worker safety space, I’ve seen how isolation amplifies risks—turning something as simple as a slip, fall or poor visibility into a potentially dangerous situation. Cold weather doesn’t just pose physical dangers—it can…
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By: Rick Pedley, Contributor Choosing the wrong glove can mean the difference between staying safe or getting sidelined. With so many materials and coatings available, it’s no wonder construction crews, contractors and jobsite supervisors are unsure which gloves to trust. This guide breaks down the most common work glove coatings; explains which to use for each job; and…
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By: Maureen Paraventi, Editor, Workplace Material Handling & Safety [Editor’s Note: The following first appeared in IHW’s sister publication, Workplace Material Handling & Safety. For the original article, visit: https://tinyurl.com/3c5azby5] Clothed in protective gear, surrounded by flying sparks, the welder wields a powerful energy source and generates heat up to 15,000°F in order to fuse two materials together into…
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By: Alissa Barrow, Contributor Vapor intrusion is an often overlooked yet critical environmental and occupational health issue that can seriously affect worker safety. This phenomenon occurs when hazardous chemicals from contaminated soil or groundwater migrate as vapors into indoor spaces, posing health risks to those who work in affected buildings. Industrial and commercial properties, particularly those near…
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By: Shannon Popa, Contributor Chemicals are used in nearly every aspect of our lives. They are integrated into so many products and processes that it is easy to overlook the impact they have in our homes, workplaces, healthcare facilities and other places. Some common examples of where chemicals are found include cleaners, personal care products, laundry detergents,…
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Respiratory Protection for Silica Dust By: Dentec Safety, Contributor It is common knowledge that there are many workplace hazards in industries like construction, mining, and oil and gas engineering. But did you know one of the most common and deadly risks is exposure to silica dust? What is Silica Dust? Crystalline silica is a mineral that is…
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The Age of Derating is Over: Embracing Hearing Protector Fit Testing within Hearing Conservation Programs By: Devon Kulinski, Audiologist and NHCA Expert Hearing Conservation Programs (HCPs) have evolved significantly over the past decade, with technological innovations reshaping how we protect workers from noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Custom-molded, extended-wear and electronic hearing protection offer increased comfort and performance.…
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By: Amanda Miller, Contributor In today’s industrial environments, outdated practices like derating hearing protection devices (HPDs) are no longer sufficient. It’s time to adopt smarter, more personalized hearing safety strategies—starting with hearing protection fit-testing. Why Fit-testing Matters More Than Ever When it comes to hearing protection, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, as everyone’s anatomy is unique. Even devices…
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Labeling High-Noise Zones for Hearing Protection Compliance By: Henry Verdine, Contributor In loud industrial environments, danger isn’t always visible—it’s audible. Prolonged exposure to high levels of occupational noise can lead to irreversible hearing loss, elevated stress and greater risk of accidents due to impaired communication or distraction. For safety managers, prevention goes beyond distributing hearing protection. It…
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Phillip Bauknight and David Walton, Contributors Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming all aspects of the work environment, including the workplace safety sector. As large-scale industrial operations grow more complex, leveraging AI can help plant and safety managers minimize workplace accidents, improve safety protocols and ensure regulatory compliance—while also providing new opportunities for progress and…
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Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC)
