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Sitehawk delivers flexibility and innovation with labeling enhancements

SiteHawk communicator enhancements help businesses maintain labeling compliance

October 25, 2017

SiteHawk, the global leader in chemical data management and compliance solutions, announced the latest enhancements to its chemical data management solution, SiteHawk Communicator, today. By integrating SiteHawk’s industry-leading expertise in chemical data with best of breed labeling technology, the combined solution delivers comprehensive and flexible labeling tools for organizations in every industry worldwide.

OSHA IDs Top 10 violations for 2017

September 26, 2017

While OSHA’s Top 10 list of most frequently cited workplace safety violations is usually filled with familiar violations names, this year’s rundown contains a newcomer: Fall Protection – Training Requirements (1926.503).

New training From J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. helps construction companies instill a safety mindset

July 6, 2017

One in five private-industry fatalities in 2015 was construction-related (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics). To help construction companies foster a strong safety culture, J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. developed its Construction Safety Basics training program.

What Is GHS labeling?

Matt Wastradowski

October 2, 2016

The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals promises a standardized method for identifying and communicating chemical hazards throughout the world. More than 60 countries have adopted GHS, which was created and published by the United Nations.

Pa. feed mill lacked hazcom plan, ignored danger

August 12, 2016

When OSHA enforcement personnel arrived at Albion Mill in Albion, Pennsylvania on Feb. 10, 2016, they expected to find hazards identified during a 2013 inspection abated. Instead, they found that the company:

NY manufacturer exposes workers to lead, other hazards

May 18, 2016

Responding to a report of an elevated blood lead level in a machinist at a Brooklyn brass plumbing fittings manufacturer, OSHA inspectors found that employees at Acme Parts Inc., lacked adequate protections against lead exposure, hearing loss and hazardous chemicals.

OSHA wants public’s input on determining potential health hazards of chemicals

February 17, 2016

As part of OSHA's efforts to protect workers from the hazards of chemicals, the agency plans to issue new guidance on how to apply the Weight of Evidence approach when dealing with complex scientific studies.

W.V. logging company workers exposed to serious hazards

January 20, 2016

An OSHA inspection conducted under the agency’s local emphasis on logging safety program found employees exposed to falls and chain saws at a Clay, West Virginia worksite.

MSDSonline improves in-the-field mobile efficiency with enhanced chemical inventory scanner app features

August 17, 2015

MSDSonline, the leading provider of cloud-based environmental, health and safety (EHS) solutions, today introduced enhancements to its Chemical Inventory Scanner application, expanding coverage to include most Apple® and Android™ devices, adding additional functionality, and improving upon an already easy-to-navigate user interface.

On Workers’ Memorial Day, National Safety Council urges employers to address workplace illnesses

More than 50,000 workers estimated to die each year from occupational illnesses

April 28, 2015

This Workers’ Memorial Day, observed April 28, the National Safety Council is calling on employers to better understand and identify the risks associated with occupational illnesses. Workplace-related illnesses are estimated to result in 53,000 deaths and 427,000 nonfatal illnesses each yearⁱ compared to workplace-related injuries, which are estimated to result in almost 4,000 deaths and 4.8 million injuries requiring medical attention annuallyⁱⁱ.

Articles Tagged with ''HazCom''

Sitehawk delivers flexibility and innovation with labeling enhancements

OSHA IDs Top 10 violations for 2017

New training From J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. helps construction companies instill a safety mindset

What Is GHS labeling?

Pa. feed mill lacked hazcom plan, ignored danger

NY manufacturer exposes workers to lead, other hazards

OSHA wants public’s input on determining potential health hazards of chemicals

W.V. logging company workers exposed to serious hazards

MSDSonline improves in-the-field mobile efficiency with enhanced chemical inventory scanner app features

On Workers’ Memorial Day, National Safety Council urges employers to address workplace illnesses

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