Occupational Hazards

Report Reveals Company Trends in Developing Emergency Plans

Fri, 09 May 2008 05:40:15 GMT

While no widely adopted certification standard for emergency preparedness plans currently exists, the majority of U.S. companies maintain formal, written emergency plans, according to a recent report from The Conference Board.

OSHA Spring 2008 Agenda Published in Federal Register

Fri, 09 May 2008 05:40:15 GMT

OSHA's most recently published semiannual regulatory agenda listed 7 hazard topics on the Federal Register, many of which have garnered much public interest in recent years.

May 7 Marks Occupational Safety and Health Professional Day

Thu, 08 May 2008 05:40:12 GMT

This May 7 is Occupational Safety and Health Professional (OSHP) Day, a day created to recognize the ongoing efforts of occupational safety, health and environmental professionals as they work to protect people, property and the environment.

Tennessee OSHA Reports 352 Amputations in FY 2007

Thu, 08 May 2008 05:40:12 GMT

Every year, thousands of workers in the United States suffer amputations, one of the most severe and disabling workplace injuries. According to Tennessee OSHA (TOSHA), 352 amputations were reported in FY 2007 in the state of Tennessee alone.

Confined Space Safety and Rescue: Challenges and Lessons Learned

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 05:40:11 GMT

Proper respiratory protection, monitoring and training are key to eliminating the injuries and fatalities associated with confined space rescue.