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In the past few decades, there have been high-profile combustible dust incidents with substantial injuries and mortalities, leading OSHA to reissue the National Emphasis Program (NEP) in March 2008.

An international study suggests other aspects of the diet may not offset the harmful effect of sodium on blood pressure. The study, published in the American Heart Association’s (AHA) journal Hypertension, also reaffirms the need for widespread sodium reduction in the food supply. Researchers reviewed data on sodium intake and intake of 80 nutrients, such as proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and amino acids, that may relate to blood pressure in 4,680 women and men (ages 40-59) in Japan, People’s Republic of China, the United Kingdom and the United States participating in the INTERMAP study.

New ways to protect workers from penetrating wounds, falls and arc flash hazards were among the top occupational safety and health products featured on ISHN.com this week.

Dr. David Michaels testifies before Congress about compliance v. enforcement, New York City considers sexual harassment training legislation and data sheds new light on why pedestrian deaths are increasing. These were among the top stories featured on ISHN.com this week.

The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) is now accepting applications for the 2018 Future Leaders Institute, which will be held at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C., Sept. 21-23. The Future Leaders Institute provides critical leadership training and professional development opportunities for industrial hygiene/occupational health (IH/OH) professionals within the first 15 years of their career, particularly those from countries or organizations where such opportunities do not exist.

Expectations drive both the leader and follower. Various forms of research suggest that when leaders have higher types of expectations for their followers, those followers often live up to the expectations.

Although some incidents cannot be avoided, many can easily be prevented with proper and continuous training. Here are five important traits of an effective employee safety training program.

Exposure to respirable crystalline silica is nothing new for employees on construction sites. However, this exposure can cause serious health issues. In response to these concerns, OSHA issued a new rule on exposure to silica in construction.

By registering early, attendees can save $100 on their full in-person or virtual registration. But the advance rate is only available through March 18, 2018! A full registration includes access to: General Sessions, all AIHce EXP 2018 educational sessions (Monday through Wednesday), OnDemand for all authorized educational sessions (through December 2018), the CareerAdvantage Development Fair, the Expo Hall, numerous networking opportunities, and more.