Profound changes continue to unfold in the American workforce as Baby Boomers—Americans born between 1945 and 1964—swell the ranks of our workplaces. This has led many employers to fear the possibilities of negative impacts associated with this demographic trend.
Since first being introduced in the U.S. for agricultural use in the early 1980s, ATVs have grown increasingly popular recreationally and more recently, for work. There are currently more than 10 million ATVS in use in this country.
Thomson Plastics of Thomson, Ga. earned 11 violations during a February 2012 inspection – for some of the same hazards found in an OSHA inspection in February 2010. Penalties for the most recent action – which was a follow-up to the 2010 inspection – amount to $162,800.
While some employers view the aging U.S. workforce with concern, others take a more positive approach and have implemented policies and practices that support a more competitive, sustainable and safer workforce, regardless of its overall age.
From Dave Johnson, ISHN Editor: Learn about 3rd-party certified NFPA 2112 FR clothing and the most recent information from OSHA on the hazards of flash fire. Review the cost of burn injuries and the realities of FR vs. Non-FR clothing. 2pm Weds July 25. To register or for details, click here.
Dr. David Michaels, Assistant Secretary of Labor For Occupational Safety and Health, spoke recently at the Seventh EU/US Joint Conference on Occupational Safety and Health Brussels, Belgium.
A quickly growing company, Pelican Products, Inc., is a leading manufacturer of professional lighting cases systems. Its products are used by professionals in the most demanding markets, including firefighters, police, defense and military, aerospace, entertainment, industrial and consumer.
On August 13 from 1-2:30 PM EST, the Society of Chemical Hazard Communication (SCHC) will host a free webinar to present information on implementing OSHA's revised Hazard Communication Standard in the United States.
