Combustible dust poses significant hazards in various industries, capable of causing catastrophic explosions and fires when not properly managed. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) addresses these dangers through a combination of regulations,...
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The Silent Threat: How Household Dust Impacts Indoor Air Quality
When we think about indoor air pollution, we might picture fumes from cleaning products or smoke from cooking—but there’s a much quieter culprit accumulating in corners and under couches: dust. Despite its unassuming appearance, household dust can significantly affect...
OSHA’s Proposed Rule on Heat Stress – Public Hearing to be had in June 2025
In response to escalating concerns over heat-related workplace illnesses and fatalities, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has introduced a proposed rule titled "Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Occupational Settings."...
We Already Perform Regular Hazard Assessments, Why Do We Need Third-Party Industrial Hygiene Assessments?
As an EHS professional, you take pride in your company's robust safety program. You conduct hazard assessments, train employees, and strive to comply with OSHA regulations. So when someone suggests bringing in a third-party for an industrial hygiene assessment, you...
Environmental Deregulation: Will You Be Affected?
On March 12, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under Administrator Lee Zeldin, announced a series of deregulatory actions aimed at reducing regulatory burdens and promoting economic growth. This initiative, described by Zeldin as the "most...
What Type of Training Do My Employees Need to Stay Safe on the Job?
Imagine this: you're a hardworking employee focused on getting your job done efficiently and effectively. Suddenly, an accident happens – a chemical spill, a machinery malfunction, or a coworker's injury. At that moment, would you know exactly what to do to keep...
How to Have a Successful Safety Management Program
The importance of a successful safety management program seems self-explanatory, but unfortunately, they are not implemented by all companies. An organization’s ability to keep its employees safe depends on its ability to design, implement, and continually evaluate...
8 Spring Cleaning Safety Tips and Checklist for Refreshing Your Home
Can you feel it? Warmer weather is becoming more frequent, flowers are nearing bloom, and our spirits are reenergized. With spring right around the corner, comes a chance to refresh and reorganize our living spaces. However, it’s important to approach these tasks with...
Silica Dust Exposure Forces Worker to Retire Early with Permanent Disability
Many times, in industries involving cutting, grinding, or drilling silica-containing materials, such as stone, concrete, or glass, an inhalable dust gets released into the air, resulting in a serious workplace hazard called respirable crystalline silica (RCS),...
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