Physical hazards can cause bodily harm and even death. Knowing the most common types, their risks, and preventive measures can help you stay safe at home and in the workplace. A physical hazard is an ...

Instead of policy reform, improvements in workplace health and safety are frequently the result of technological advancement. Even in hazardous workplaces, technological improvements may help improve ...

According to the CDC there are approximately 2,000 eye injuries each day (730,000 per year) in the workplace. These injuries result from striking or scraping by flying objects, dust, etc., penetration ...

Power companies understand the importance of safety and incorporate many safeguards into plant designs. Yet, the materials used in these defenses also matter, and fiberglass-reinforced polymer (FRP) ...

Industrial workplaces are typically dangerous, with heavy machinery, hazardous substances and complex processes. Despite safety protocols, accidents still happen. According to the International Labour ...

Hazmat School reports that AI is enhancing workplace safety by improving productivity, monitoring real-time safety, and ...

On June 16, the International Labor Organization (ILO) announced that it has adopted the first-ever international labour standards aimed at preventing exposure to, and protecting workers from, ...