When you work in an industry where safety risks are ever-present – like construction, manufacturing, warehousing, utilities, etc. – OSHA certification is way more than a box to check. It’s […] ...

All of us, regardless of industry, face safety hazards at work. Some are obvious like heavy machinery or working from tall heights, while some are less obvious such as workplace violence and ...

All EHS training courses, including Purdue Hazard Comprehensive Training, Laser Safety Training and BPP courses, are now available through HSI. If you do not have an HSI account, you can create one ...

The hazards associated with shop areas require special safety considerations. The potential for personal injury is significant whether you work in a machine shop, vehicle repair, electrical, or ...

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) is a standardized, international approach to hazard communication. The standard, which was previously known as the 'Right ...

A Hazard is anything that has the potential to cause harm, injuries, accidents or other undesirable effects. A Risk is the possibility that a personal injury, property loss or environmental harm will ...

Even if a fall hazard isn't specifically addressed, if it can be identified, plans need to be made to mitigate the hazard and prevent employee injuries. Until recently, general industry employers were ...

Organizations such as construction companies that use dangerous equipment and hospitals exposed to deadly diseases use safety training to ingrain safety into the workplace culture. The importance of ...

The introduction of virtual reality (VR) technology has changed the way employers train and improve the skills of their employees. The resulting experience is called immersive learning, as trainees ...

In accordance with Michigan's Hazard Communication Standard, the University has established a written hazard communication program to ensure that employees with exposure or potential exposure to ...