Introduction The U.S. is one of the few industrialized countries that has yet to ban the manufacture, processing, use, and distribution of commercial asbestos, a deadly carcinogen. Despite well-documented health risks, asbestos exposure continues to endanger the lives of American workers. However, a new bipartisan effort in Congress aims to change this situation. The Alan … Read more
There is a serious issue that’s been affecting our workers in the Midwest. It’s something that might not cross your mind every day, but it’s critical for those who work in the trenches—excavation hazards. In 2022, we saw a heartbreaking increase in the number of workers who lost their lives while working in trenches and … Read more
Background Let’s talk about a metal that’s making some serious waves in industries across the board. I’m talking about beryllium. Now, beryllium and its compounds have earned a spot on the all-star team of materials used in aerospace, electronics, energy, telecommunications, medical, and defense fields. But don’t let its impressive résumé fool you—beryllium is a … Read more
Steering Clear of Subterranean Dangers in the Course of Horizontal Directional Drilling Undertakings If there’s one thing to remember before breaking ground with your drill, it’s that using your state’s utility location system isn’t just a suggestion—it’s a must. Now, when it comes to horizontal directional drilling (HDD for short), there’s a bit of lingo … Read more
Bernardino Ramazzini, born in Carpi in Emilia-Romagna in 1633, is often described as the “father of occupational medicine,” whose seminal contributions to the field continue to influence medical practice today. As an illustrious physician, Ramazzini’s pioneering work extended beyond the realm of occupational health, leaving notable impressions on the study of cancer and the treatment … Read more
I’ve got a little story to tell you about a virus that’s ruffling the feathers of our friends in the poultry business. This pesky invader goes by the name of avian influenza, and it’s no stranger to causing a bit of a flap among our feathered friends. Now, before you start imagining a chickenpox party … Read more
I’ve got some news to share with you today that will make your day a little brighter. You see, the good folks over at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have been working up a storm to clean up the air we breathe. And let me tell ya, they’ve come up with a doozy of … Read more
Ohio Food Processor Slapped with $1.9M Fine After Worker Loses Leg Safety standard violations repeat; plant got warning just two weeks prior CINCINNATI – Imagine being a 29-year-old sanitation worker, just nine months into the job, and then one fateful night on the overnight shift at an Ohio food processing plant, you fall into an … Read more
Let me tell you a story about a tragic incident that happened in a sewer line manhole. It’s a somber tale, but one that’s important to learn from. Picture this: a construction foreman, a hardworking fella, lost his life to asphyxiation after stepping into a manhole filled with a dangerous atmosphere. On a quiet job … Read more
The Hidden Dangers of Asbestos-Laden Floor Materials Plenty of older floor tiles contain asbestos, a nasty little mineral fiber that was widely used in building materials before we knew about the health risks it poses. Nowadays, we’ve got regulations in place, thanks to the good people at OSHA, to keep workers safe from asbestos. But … Read more
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