A recent ISHN webinar highlighted the often-overlooked hazard of combustible dust, with expert Mark Hanson detailing the devastating consequences of ignoring this workplace threat.
In the United States, a worker dies every 96 minutes with nearly 5,500 fatal work injuries occurring in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This represents a nearly 6% increase in fatal occupational injuries from 2021.
Research paper examines why diversity, equity and inclusion should be a foundational element of musculoskeletal disorder prevention and provides equitable solutions to minimize worker risks.
Manufacturing and maintenance industries have long grappled with the challenge of assuring worker safety amidst the complexities of operating heavy machinery and intricate equipment.
Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed.
Protecting them from on-the-job injuries goes hand in hand with a facility’s success. To maintain productivity levels and revenue, you must minimize workplace hazards.
The highest rate of injury is seen with workers between the ages of 18-24, who are experiencing emergency-room injuries at a rate of 2.3 injuries per 100 full-time equivalents — a factor that may be driving the youngest working generation away from these positions.