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  OSHA

  OSHA's VPP: How to Become a Star Site

  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) assist companies in improving their safety and health management...

  By: Addison Moore | Director of Marketing

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  OSHA

  Understanding OSHA's 2022 National Emphasis Program on Heat Hazards

  Heat is a familiar hazard in many industries, from construction and logging to steel mills and agricultural operations. Unfortunately, being aware of this hazard and...

  By: Safeopedia Staff

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  OSHA

  How OSHA's NEP on Heat Hazards Affects Your Safety Program

  I was recently considered for a role in a manufacturing outfit that applies a corrosion-resistant coating to lengths of pipe. During the interviews, the shop area was...

  By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist

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  Safety Signs

  6 Safety Sign Errors and Violations to Avoid

  Safety signs are ubiquitous in the workplace. And no matter their shape, size, or color, they all serve the same fundamental purpose: communicating information that can...

  By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager

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  HAZMAT

  Everything You Need to Know About Safety Data Sheets

  Chemical substances are common in practically every workplace. Managing them can be complex, since they come in endless varieties. You've got those that clean, those...

  By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist

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  OSHA

  Which Type of HAZWOPER Training Do Your Workers Need?

  All American workers who may be exposed to sudden and unexpected release of hazardous substances, encounter hazardous waste, or take part in emergency response or...

  By: HAZWOPER OSHA

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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 | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist

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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, CSM | 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