A Biography of Charles Edison

A Biography of Charles Edison

Charles Edison was an American politician, businessman, inventor, and animal behaviorist, best known for his successful career in public service. Born on August 3, 1890, in West Orange, New Jersey, he was the fifth child and second son of the great inventor Thomas Edison and Mina Miller Edison. Charles Edison received his early education from … Read more

OSHA Cites Amazon for Hazardous Working Conditions

OSHA Cites Amazon for Hazardous Working Conditions

The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued citations against Amazon at six of its warehouses for hazardous working conditions, ergonomic issues, and failure to report injuries. The warehouses are located in New York, Colorado, Illinois, Idaho, and Florida. There are currently dozens of open OSHA investigations into Amazon warehouses across the US, … Read more

How Jeans Became the Iconic American Clothing Item: A Brief History

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Jeans are a staple in every American’s wardrobe. From farmers and cowboys to rock stars and celebrities, everyone loves jeans. They are versatile, comfortable, and stylish. But how did this quintessential American clothing item come to be? In this article, we will explore the fascinating history of jeans and denim. The Birth of Jeans Jeans … Read more

Researchers Warn: Chemicals at OH Train Derailment May Pose Risk

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This update concerns the EPA’s air data for BTEX, a group of volatile chemicals associated with petroleum products and petrochemical industry. According to the recent data, BTEX levels in East Palestine, Ohio, concentrations of nine out of approximately 50 chemicals that the EPA has been monitoring are higher than the “normal” levels. These chemicals include … Read more

What is OSHA 30 Training for Construction?

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OSHA 30 training for Construction is part of OSHA’s comprehensive outreach program designed to provide a variety of training to construction workers with some safety responsibility. The training should emphasize hazard identification, avoidance, control, and prevention, not just OSHA standards. The minimum instructional time for OSHA 30 training is 30 hours, and it covers a … Read more

What is OSHA 10 Training for Construction?

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For a demo of the Online Training System or to preview any of the available topics click here The OSHA Outreach Training Program is designed to provide basic safety and health education and information, and it doesn’t fulfill an employer’s requirement to provide training under specific OSHA standards. The OSHA Outreach Training Program for the … Read more

Walking at Night Safety Tips

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One of the habits I developed over the pandemic was to take walks at night. I live in a fairly safe, low-density neighborhood. I understand there is a greater risk involved with walking at night and i accept that risk. At the same time, I also work hard to mitigate that risk by doing things … Read more