Listen up: take the guesswork out of hearing protection

Article Abstract:

Industrial noise represents one of the most prevalent health threats with which employers are constantly exposed to. Because of the danger posed by workplace noise, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration required employers to provide protective hearing equipment to their workers particularly if they are exposed to noise of more than 90 decibels. Studies have shown that excessive noise does not only result in accidents, impaired communications but lead to lesser productivity and increased blood pressure, as well.

Instruments to measure electricity, Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals, Health Care and Social Assistance, HEALTH SERVICES, Employee Health & Safety, Noise Measuring Equip, Usage, Hearing aids, Prevention, Deafness, Industrial noise, Noise measuring equipment

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Utility workers suit up for fire safety

Article Abstract:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has required workers in electric utility companies to wear protective clothing to reduce their risk of being burned by exposure to electric arcs. Thus, companies should consult their employees on choosing the type of flame-retardant clothing according to weight or material. They should also decide whether the level of risk entails a full set of flame-retardant gear or specific pieces, and to select a supplier for the clothing.

Electric Utilities, Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Electric services, Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors, Occupational Safety Regulation, Safety and security measures, Safety regulations

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Are you ready for this? How to improve your fire protection plan

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Managers can improve existing fire prevention plans through a four-step, cost-effective solution which maximizes the local fire department's services. The fire department can provide the firm with the necessary information in planning effective safety programs. Proper management of sprinkler systems is also a must towards better safety. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration also requires annual fire drills and concrete fire prevention plans as precautions.

Safety Management, Occupational health and safety, Fire prevention, Industrial management

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