Tech Bulletins
Industrial Hygiene Acronyms (and What They Mean)
Industrial hygiene uses a lot of acronyms for exposure limits and hazard assessment. While they may sound the same, each one is unique and it is helpful to understand the difference.EXPOSURE LIMITS OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration NIOSH: National...
Winter Driving Safety Tips
While we strive to be safe on the job, driving to and from work each day is one of the most dangerous things we do. Here are some tips to keep in mind when driving in winter weather: Before you leave: Make sure your vehicle is prepared for the winter – this means...
Need to Know OSHA Recordkeeping Tips and Deadlines
With OSHA recordkeeping deadlines around the corner, here are some recordkeeping tips to keep you informed and compliant. Establishments with 250 or more employees are currently required to keep OSHA injury and illness records. Establishments with 20-249...
Mold, Black Mold
It seems like mold can appear anywhere and can be scary when you find it growing in your home. Mold grows in areas that are warm and moist, which is why it’s frequently found in kitchens and bathrooms. A big misconception about mold is that it is all toxic. The most...
Tech Bulletin: Be a Cold Weather Safety Champion
Winter is around the corner. Knowing common cold stress injuries is key to keeping workers safe. What conditions are caused by cold stress? Hypothermia – The worst of the worst; caused by prolonged exposure to cold. It occurs when the body uses up stored energy and...
Getting Prepared for OSHA’s New Heat-Related Initiatives
OSHA is initiating enhanced measures to better protect workers in hot environments and reduce the dangers of exposure to ambient heat. OSHA reports that “Despite widespread under-reporting, 43 workers died from heat illness in 2019, and at least 2,410 others suffered...
Preparing for the Forthcoming OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard
The Biden administration recently announced a new national strategy to combat COVID-19. One part of the plan requires employers with 100+ employees (company-wide, not per location) to ensure workers are vaccinated or tested weekly. OSHA will issue an Emergency...
Focus on Employees’ Mental Health This Month
In the world of occupational health and safety, physical safety is normally the priority. But what are you doing to support your workers’ mental health? Some new staggering stats show that 46%* of people now suffer from mental health issues (compared to 39% prior to...
Update on N95 Respirator Usage
The Food and Drug Administration is now recommending that N95s no longer need to be sterilized and reused. U.S. N95 manufacturers 3M, MSA and Honeywell are now generally able to meet the demands for healthcare workers. Unless employers are having trouble sourcing N95s...
