October 2023

Find these topics and more in the October issue:

  • Protective Apparel
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • PPE: Fall Protection
  • PPE: Vision Protection
  • PPE: Hearing Protection
  • Training: Materials Handling
  • Respiratory
  • Hazcom
  • Chemical Safety
  • Wearable Technology
  • Transportation Safety
  • Confined Spaces
  • Gas Detection
  • Construction
  • Electrical Safety
  • Warehouse Safety

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Cover Story

Protective Apparel at the Tip of the Pyramid

Protective Apparel at the Tip of the Pyramid

By David Kopf

What are the innovations and strategies impacting protective apparel for workers in extreme environments such as foundries and pulp paper mills?


Features

Monitoring Exposure of and Protecting Employees from Silica Dust

Monitoring Exposure of and Protecting Employees from Silica Dust

By Tim Turney

Understanding the challenge posed by silica dust exposure on site and in confined spaces, and the comprehensive standards and measures used to combat its peril.


Navigating HazCom: Lessons from Ancient Mariners Applied to Modern Workplace Safety

Navigating HazCom: Lessons from Ancient Mariners Applied to Modern Workplace Safety

By Ray Prest

From the ancient Mediterranean sailors to today’s workplaces, understanding the true essence of risk is vital. Dive deep into the transformative journey of “risk” and its implications in today’s Hazard Communication.


Embracing Change: How Connected Gas Detection is Reshaping Safety — and Organizations

Embracing Change: How Connected Gas Detection is Reshaping Safety — and Organizations

By David Kopf

Beyond safety technology, the rise of connected gas detection underscores a deep need for organizational change and human adaptation. How does change management help integrate connected gas detection into company safety cultures?


The Underestimated Power of Good Housekeeping Training

The Underestimated Power of Good Housekeeping Training

By Karen D. Hamel

Good housekeeping training plays a critical role in minimizing material handling incidents, boosting morale, and cultivating a healthier environment for all.


Heat Transfer Systems and Safe Chemical Processing

Heat Transfer Systems and Safe Chemical Processing

By Tim Powell

From proactive risk assessments to comprehensive training: A deep dive into ensuring safe and sustainable heat transfer in manufacturing facilities.


Rethinking Manual Material Handling in Warehouses

Rethinking Manual Material Handling in Warehouses

By Holly Pups

Unpacking the training of manual material handling — from current challenges to future trends, and the strategies warehouse managers can employ for a safer, more efficient workplace.


Raising the Bar: The Rise of Rigid Rail Systems in Aviation and Rail Worker Safety

Raising the Bar: The Rise of Rigid Rail Systems in Aviation and Rail Worker Safety

By Kevin Kelpe

How the next generation of fall protection systems will streamline safety, productivity, and cost-efficiency in transportation businesses.


Getting a Better Handle on Hand Safety

By Robert Pater

Exploring the unique complexities of hand injuries in the workplace and actionable steps to drive prevention and improvement.


Redefining Eye Safety: The Rise of Modernized Safety Goggles

Redefining Eye Safety: The Rise of Modernized Safety Goggles

By Vincent Azibert

How new approaches to product design are striking a balance between style, comfort and enhanced protection in the workplace.


Cleaning’s Hidden Threat: The Link Between Common Products and Occupational Asthma

Cleaning’s Hidden Threat: The Link Between Common Products and Occupational Asthma

By Christine Robinson

Exploring the connection between widely used cleaning agents and the surge in respiratory issues among cleaning and maintenance workers, and why safer practices and greater awareness in workplace settings are needed.


Considering Bio-Based Fibers in Protective Apparel

Considering Bio-Based Fibers in Protective Apparel

By Todd Moore

How the protective apparel industry is integrating sustainability alongside traditional pillars of protection, comfort, and value, ushering in a new era of eco-conscious choices without compromising safety.


Smart Protective Apparel and PPE’s Role in Lone Worker Safety and HazCom

Smart Protective Apparel and PPEs Role in Lone Worker Safety and HazCom

By Gen Handley

From traditional PPE to advanced smart clothing, innovative protective gear is evolving to transform occupational safety, communication, and the overall well-being of workers.


It’s Time to Prioritize Hearing Protection Nationwide

Its Time to Prioritize Hearing Protection Nationwide

By Dan Glucksman

Amidst rising cases of noise-induced hearing loss and regulatory oversights, this feature underscores the imperative to reinforce hearing conservation efforts for millions of U.S. workers.


Navigating the Hidden Dangers of Confined Spaces

Navigating the Hidden Dangers of Confined Spaces

By Omar Vikin

Understanding the invisible dangers and the critical importance of preparedness in confined work environments.


Revolutionizing Safety: A Move Towards Personalized Protection

Revolutionizing Safety: A Move Towards Personalized Protection

By Matthew Hart

Moving past benchmarks to real-time individualized insights, technology is paving the way for workplaces that drive individualized safety for each worker.


Why Fall Protection PPE Fit Matters: OSHA’s Rule Proposal for Construction

Why Fall Protection PPE Fit Matters: OSHA’s Rule Proposal for Construction

By Dennis Capizzi

From previous attempts at fall protection to OSHA’s recent proposals, the journey of fall harnesses emphasizes the critical need for PPE that suits every worker, ensuring both safety and compliance.


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