by Dana Chang | Dec 20, 2024 | Health
Many people consider the holidays to be the most wonderful time of the year, but for some the added stress of the season may cause feelings of anxiety and depression. Different things can trigger the holiday blues—unrealistic expectations, sentimental memories, the...
by Dana Chang | Dec 16, 2024 | Health, Safety
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee to provide protection against a hazard (e.g., infectious agents and toxins). General work clothes (e.g., uniform, pants, shirts, blouses) are not intended to function as...
by Dana Chang | Nov 22, 2024 | Environmental, Health, Safety
The Growing Threat of Extreme Weather Whether their frequency or severity is driven by climate change or other environmental factors, the impacts of extreme weather events are strongly related to the preparedness and infrastructure put in place to mitigate...
by Dana Chang | Nov 15, 2024 | Safety
What is an Extension Ladder? Also known as “portable ladders,” extension ladders usually have two sections that operate in brackets or guides allowing for adjustable lengths. (See Figure 1, below.) Because extension ladders are not self-supporting, they require a...
by Dana Chang | Nov 1, 2024 | Environmental, Health, Safety
REACH requires the registration of chemical substances manufactured or imported into the EU in quantities exceeding 1 metric ton per year. This requirement applies per substance and per manufacturer or importer (as appropriate). Registration applies to chemical...
by Dana Chang | Oct 18, 2024 | Health, Safety
Fire is a chemical reaction that requires three elements to be present for the reaction to take place and continue. The three elements are: Heat, or an ignition sourceFuel Oxygen These three elements typically are referred to as the “fire triangle.” Fire is the...
by Dana Chang | Oct 11, 2024 | Health, Safety
This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign provides an ideal opportunity to educate workers about the importance of fire safety. In a fire, mere seconds can mean the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy. Fire safety education isn’t just for...
by Dana Chang | Oct 4, 2024 | Health, Safety
What is hazardous energy? Energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, or other sources in machines and equipment can be hazardous to workers. During the servicing and maintenance of machines and equipment, the unexpected...
by Dana Chang | Sep 27, 2024 | Health, Safety
Would you be able to provide aid to someone in cardiac arrest? Results of a recent survey suggest that for about half of us, the answer is no. Researchers at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center surveyed more than 1,000 U.S. adults on their ability to help...
by Dana Chang | Sep 20, 2024 | Health, Safety
Globally, extreme heat waves have been increasing in their frequency, duration and magnitude and are expected to continue to rise, according to the World Health Organization. Employers must therefore be prepared to respond to more frequent occurrences of...
