Galen, a physician and philosopher born in AD 129 in the ancient city of Pergamon (present-day Bergama, Turkey), is often cited as one of the earliest contributors to the fields of occupational health and safety and toxicology. Son of a wealthy Greek architect, Aelius Nicon, Galen received a comprehensive education, which led to his illustrious … Read more
Introduction Nitric acid is a highly corrosive and strong oxidizing mineral acid commonly used in a wide range of industrial and laboratory applications. It is utilized in the manufacture of fertilizers, dyes, explosives, and polymers, as well as for nitration of organic molecules and cleaning glassware or metal equipment. Due to its reactive and hazardous … Read more
A Sonorous Symphony of Innovation The close of the nineteenth century bore witness to an era of unprecedented discovery and invention, where science and the creative spirit were harmoniously intertwined. Among the many great inventors of this time, the name Charles Sumner Tainter often echoes with an air of understated elegance, like the soft notes … Read more
Introduction Pliny the Elder, a Roman naturalist, philosopher, and author, was one of the earliest figures to study the natural world and document his findings. Pliny is known for observing the toxic properties of lead oxide, sulfur dioxide, mercury sulfide, and for describing a rudimentary protective mask. In this article, we will explore Pliny’s observations … Read more
Hi Tech Imports LLC Reinstated Worker, Paid $116K in Back Wages in Earlier Agreement AUSTIN, TX – When an employee at a luxury auto dealership in Austin found out that a co-worker had tested positive for COVID-19 in December 2020, they promptly informed the company’s management, asking them to notify other employees of their exposure … Read more
Introduction Hippocrates of Kos (c. 460 – c. 370 BC), often considered the “Father of Medicine,” was a highly influential Greek physician during the classical period. His significant contributions to medicine include the establishment of prognosis and clinical observation practices, disease classification, and the development of humoral theory. As the founder of the Hippocratic school … Read more
The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Trumbull Corp. are teaming up to make sure workers stay safe on a big construction project in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. This partnership is all about preventing injuries and keeping workers out of harm’s way during the construction of a three-mile, four-lane highway. … Read more
FORT CAMPBELL, KY – A federal workplace safety inspection of a lawn service contractor’s operations at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, has discovered that the company blatantly disregarded safety requirements in order to save time, including removing safety guards on industrial lawnmowers. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) found that PRIDE Industries, … Read more
The hardworking men and women of Maine’s state and local government can now breathe a little easier. You see, the U.S. Department of Labor has just given Maine’s State Plan for occupational safety and health the ol’ stamp of approval. And that, my friends, is a big deal. As of March 21, 2023, the Occupational … Read more
A Collaborative Effort Focusing on Training and Safe Work Practices for High Voltage Workers Participants: U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Power Generation Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Workgroup The Power Generation Workgroup On March 10, 2023, joined forces with Luminant’s VPP Coordinator Alexander Miller; Onward Energy’s Corporate Safety Director Kelli Heflin; … Read more
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