2023 September

ISHN Magazine

2023 September

In this issue, take a look at how to improve compliance, learn more about silica dust and take a deep dive into the latest safety technology that’s helping combat heat stress, and much more.

Cover Feature

The human desire to be connected should extend to safety equipment

Jason Kettler

September 22, 2023

With such a strong desire to be connected, why don’t we feel this same need to be connected through the safety equipment at work?

Silica protocols should include proper ventilation and cleaning process

Rick Pedley

September 22, 2023

Silica is released into the air during the construction process and breathing it in can lead to cancer. Use this guide to learn how to work safely with silica in every setting.

helmet standards tests and traumatic brain injuries

Current helmet standards tests are overlooking a key component in traumatic brain injuries

Joe Brandel

September 22, 2023

Workers at construction companies with 20 employees or less have 2.5 times increased chance of experiencing a fatal traumatic brain injury than those in larger companies

Warehousing and retail compliance spot-check

Warning: Inspections surge ahead

Warehousing and retail will need to spot-check compliance

Tricia S. Hodkiewicz

September 21, 2023

OSHA officers will start pounding the pavement soon under the National Emphasis Program on Warehousing and Distribution Center Operations.

Leading Safety

Why do these safety myths prevail?

There are many beliefs accepted as wisdom in this industry, here’s why they’re ineffective

Peter G. Furst

September 21, 2023

Safety is an outcome of an activity engaged in by a person performing their daily work or task. Let’s dispute some myths.

Editorial Comments

What does sustainability mean to you?

Innovative solutions are developing as PPE manufacturers consider their environmental impact

Benita Mehta

September 20, 2023

Sustainability is becoming an important point of discussion in the environmental health and safety space.

Best Practices

Is the manufacturing sector prepared for rising heat?

WBGT meters and understanding how to determine risk

Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP

September 20, 2023

With record setting high temperatures globally, and heat hazards continually flamed by the media, all work locations must be prepared for heat concerns among their workforce.