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OSHA Fall NEP
OSHA has launched a new National Emphasis Program focused on preventing workplace falls.

Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation Technology Installed At Senior Residential Facility

After an extensive environmental study, The New Bedford Housing Authority added UV Angel Clean Airâ„¢ units to the Boa Vista Tower to make community activities safer for residents.

Simple Steps To Avoid Winter Slip, Trip, And Fall Injuries

As winter weather targets much of the U.S., now's the time to prevent dangerous slips, trips, and falls, according to MEMIC.

NACOSH Meeting Scheduled This Month

The Department of Labor will hold a virtual meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health on November16.

The N95 Shortage: OSHA Issues Guidance For Respiratory Protection

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, OSHA has issued interim enforcement guidance to help combat supply shortages of disposable N95 filtering face piece respirators.

Question of the Week: Keeping Workers With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities Safe

A new curriculum addresses the shortage of occupational health and safety training for workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

StrongArm FLx ErgoSkeleton Posture Support

The FLx ERgoSkeleton is designed for posture support while lifting and rotating.

Question of the Week: How Can I Protect Employees From Zika Virus?

Zika virus has the potential to spread anywhere that mosquitoes capable of spreading the virus are found, according to OSHA and NIOSH.

FM Alert: Third Annual National Safety Stand-Down Announced

The weeklong initiative is a nationwide effort to remind and educate employers and workers in the construction industry of the serious dangers of falls – the cause of the highest number of industry deaths in the construction industry.

Question Of The Week: How Can I Address Safety Concerns For Older Workers?

A facility executive whose organization employs a significant number of older workers wants to know what steps to take to address that population's specific safety concerns.

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