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  Hearing Protection

  A Primer on the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR)

  There are a number of factors to consider when purchasing hearing protection, including fit and comfort. But one of the most important considerations is the...

  By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager

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  EHS Programs

  Addressing Safety Challenges in Clean Room Environments

  Clean rooms are unique work environments, complete with unique challenges for safety professionals.Clean rooms are found in different industries and in various types of...

  By: Henry Skjerven

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  Confined Space

  Confined Spaces: Top 4 Hazards You Aren't Aware Of

  The work performed in confined spaces is often some of the most dangerous that employees will perform in their entire careers. There are many significant hazards...

  By: Gina Gould | Content Writer & Marketing Strategist

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  Transportation Safety

  4 Critical Questions to Ask When Transporting Dangerous Goods

  It's been said that no matter what you do for work, the most dangerous part of your job is driving there and back.Injury statistics bear that out, with 67,000...

  By: Daniel Clark

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  EHS Programs

  A Primer on Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)

  The purpose of the Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Standard is to ensure chemical safety throughout the workplace. Information about the identities and hazards of the...

  By: Pete Nemmers, LSP | Director of Training Development

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  Safety Equipment

  Fire Extinguisher Classifications: What They Mean and Why They Matter

  Your workplace needs fire extinguishers, but you can't just buy the first one you come across. With six types of extinguisher and five different classes of fire,...

  By: Jessica Barrett

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  Standards

  ISO 45001: Key Points Every Safety Professional Should Know

  In the current COVID environment, every aspect of our behavior and decision-making processes has been thrown into disarray. Businesses and organizations are seeking...

  By: Chris Ward | director

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  OSHA

  12 Things to Do During an OSHA Investigation

  OSHA is in your lobby.Hopefully you’ve already taken to heart my 6 Steps to Prepare for an OSHA Visit and aren’t panicking.But the past is the past and...

  By: Gary Blake | Vice President of Industrial Development

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  PPE

  Cut-Resistant Leather Gloves: How to Choose What's Best for You

  Choosing the right leather glove for the job is crucial to preventing hand injuries. However, choosing the correct glove for your application isn't always obvious...

  By: Todd Wells

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  Standards

  How to Refuse Unsafe Work

  One of the basic tasks of an employee is to show up to work on time and do what your supervisors and employers expect you to do.But what if they expect you to do...

  By: Kristen Hansen

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  PPE

  5 Tips for Designing an Effective PPE Program

  You need to supply your workers with the PPE they need to perform their work safely. But you need to do more than just stock some safety gear – you also need to...

  By: Mark Patterson

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  Safety Equipment

  The 3 Key Classes of Safety Visibility Apparel (And When to Use Them)

  Anyone who works near traffic or heavy machinery knows (or should know) that they can't set foot on the jobsite unless they're wearing high visibility safety...

  By: Steve Prentice