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Is Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foam Safer than AFFF for Firefighters’ Health?

AFFF fire suppressants contain harmful PFAS. But how safe are Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foams (F3)? We go over the risks and compare them.

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Pull Factors

A pull factor is a motivating cause that attracts a person to migrate to another region or country. Common pull factors include: Employment opportunities Higher income Better working conditions and facilities Educational opportunities Higher living standards Better public…

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Fire Hazards

Fire hazards are workplace hazards that either involve the presence of an open flame, increase the probability that an uncontrolled fire will occur, or increase the severity of a fire should one occur. Fire hazards include: Open flames (e.g. bunsen burners, gas stovetops, smelting…

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Safety Symbols and Their Meanings

Safety signs can be a tricky business. Some have words and a clear message, but many rely on visual symbols to warn of potential danger. This is an effective way to communicate potential hazards – as long as workers understand what the symbols mean. There are two different types of…

By: Jessica Barrett

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PPE

12 Types of Hand Protection Gloves (and How to Choose the Right One)

Safety gloves are an integral part of the personal protective equipment (PPE) that protects workers from injuries across various industries. These gloves are a kind of second skin that allows them to handle hazardous materials, chemicals, and tools without sacrificing the dexterity they…

By: Catheline Fontaine

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Hazards

The Top 5 Workplace Summer Safety Hazards (and What You Can Do About Them)

It’s time for warm weather, long weekends, and backyard cookouts. But the summer season also brings unique workplace hazards. Staying safe during the hot weather means understanding and managing the risks. From illnesses like heat stress and heat stroke to summer construction…

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Fall Protection and Fall Safety

At what height do falls become deadly?

Falls can be deadly at heights as low as six feet. There is a saying in the safety world: “It’s not the fall that kills you, it’s the sudden stop at the end of it.” In other words, it’s the fall’s impact on the body and the worker’s collision with…

By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager

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What’s the biggest safety trend coming in 2017?

Minor injuries have been decreasing in recent years, but fatalities have increased. What that says to me is that people are underestimating the importance of the small safety issues that can add up to create a big issue. When a plane crashes, for example, it’s often because a dozen…

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EHS Programs

What is the difference between HAZID and HAZOP?

Both HAZID and HAZOP are risk analysis tools used to improve safety in the workplace. They are, however, separate procedures and each has its own distinct purpose: HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) is a used to identify abnormalities in the work environment and pinpoint their root…

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The Vital Role of Contractor Safety Orientations in Ensuring Workplace Success

Contractor safety orientations ensure a safer and more productive workplace. Learn more about the benefits and best practices.

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Is the Safety Pyramid Still Relevant to Occupational Safety?

Safety professionals have been using the Safety Pyramid since the 1930s, but is it actually accurate? And can it ever be useful?

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An Overview of Asset Management in Construction

Tracking and managing assets can reduce costs and ensure that construction projects are completed on time.

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Heat stress is a major hazard for construction workers. Learn about the risks and practical steps you can take to mitigate them.

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A Primer on Arc Flash Boundaries

Identifying arc flash boundaries is essential to ensuring that every worker uses the right arc flash PPE and stays out of harm's way.

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Washroom Safety: A Brief Guide to Safeguarding Your Health

Bacteria can spread in the washroom at your workplace. Here are the steps you need to take to protect yourself and your coworkers from exposure.

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Mastering Contractor Performance Evaluations: A Comprehensive Guide

Contractor performance evaluations are essential to getting the most out of the contractors you hire. Find out how to do them right.

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How to Conduct a Psychosocial Hazards Risk Assessment

Psychosocial hazards are subtle and nuanced, but can still have a profound impact on workers. Find out how to identify and control them.

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HAZID and HAZOP: What They Are and When You Need Them

HAZID and HAZOP are similar processes, but with key differences. Learn about each method and what they are used for.

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PPE
Behavioral Strategies to Encourage PPE Usage

Getting employees to wear PPE consistently can be challenging. By understanding the psychology behind compliance, you can overcome resistance to PPE usage.

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Indoor Heat Hazard Regulations (And How to Comply with Them)

Indoor heat can be just as dangerous as outdoor heat. Find out what employers can do to protect workers from indoor heat hazards.

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Should Employers Be Worried About Changes to OSHA’s Worker Walkaround Rule?

OSHA's proposed changes to the Worker Walkaround Rule have caused some controversy. But what exactly would those changes mean?

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Human-Centered Innovation: A New Era of Workplace Safety

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Is Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foam Safer than AFFF for Firefighters’ Health?

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Safety Symbols and Their Meanings

12 Types of Hand Protection Gloves (and How to Choose the Right One)

The Top 5 Workplace Summer Safety Hazards (and What You Can Do About Them)

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Pull Factors

Fire Hazards

Safety Symbols and Their Meanings

12 Types of Hand Protection Gloves (and How to Choose the Right One)

The Top 5 Workplace Summer Safety Hazards (and What You Can Do About Them)

At what height do falls become deadly?

What’s the biggest safety trend coming in 2017?

What is the difference between HAZID and HAZOP?

Latest Articles

The Vital Role of Contractor Safety Orientations in Ensuring Workplace Success

Is the Safety Pyramid Still Relevant to Occupational Safety?

An Overview of Asset Management in Construction

Best Practices for Preventing Heat Stress in Construction

A Primer on Arc Flash Boundaries

Washroom Safety: A Brief Guide to Safeguarding Your Health

Mastering Contractor Performance Evaluations: A Comprehensive Guide

How to Conduct a Psychosocial Hazards Risk Assessment

HAZID and HAZOP: What They Are and When You Need Them

Behavioral Strategies to Encourage PPE Usage

Indoor Heat Hazard Regulations (And How to Comply with Them)

How to Prepare Your Workplace for Wildfire Season

Should Employers Be Worried About Changes to OSHA’s Worker Walkaround Rule?

Human-Centered Innovation: A New Era of Workplace Safety

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