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Allergies can mean much more than sneezing and itchy eyes. For many people, allergens in their workplace can decrease their productivity and severely damage their health. Read More about Controlling Allergens in the Workplace

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Book Review: Safety Ethics Cases From Aviation, Healthcare & Occupational & Environmental Health

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By Manoj S. Patankar, Jeffrey P. Brown and Melinda D. Treadwell, 2005, Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press A review by EKU Asst. Professor David Stumbo, Ed.D., OHST The following review… Read More about Book Review: Safety Ethics Cases From Aviation, Healthcare & Occupational & Environmental Health

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The Big 4 of OSHA’s Silica Regulation

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This article written by EKU Asst. Professor David Stumbo and was featured in Western Kentucky Constructor, Fall 2019 Read More about The Big 4 of OSHA’s Silica Regulation

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Drugs, Alcohol, and Workplace Safety

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The use and misuse of alcohol and drugs can impact workplace safety. Employers need to know how they can prevent injuries and what they can and cannot do regarding drug… Read More about Drugs, Alcohol, and Workplace Safety

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Occupational Safety vs. Process Safety

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People working in the fields of occupational safety and process safety are concerned with keeping people and their surroundings safe. But the two specialties are different in a variety of… Read More about Occupational Safety vs. Process Safety

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The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP)

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Worker safety makes good business sense. Not only does a safety program affect a business’ fiscal health, it can help increase productivity and boost worker morale. Read More about The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP)

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Push-to-Talk App Emergency Communication Apps

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During or after an emergency, communicating might be difficult because electricity, cell service, and internet might be out or reduced. [Emergency response] could be impossible with the services many people… Read More about Push-to-Talk App Emergency Communication Apps

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Workers’ Rights in the United States

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More than 180 federal laws currently help ensure 10 million employers and 125 million workers nationwide are protected from unfair treatment, would-be dangers and unnecessary accidents. Read More about Workers’ Rights in the United States

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Preparing for and Responding to Energy Emergencies

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Both natural disasters like floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes and human-caused hazards like industrial accidents or terrorism can disrupt electricity, petroleum, and natural gas distribution. Read More about Preparing for and Responding to Energy Emergencies

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Ergonomics in the Workplace

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Many on-the-job injuries are a result of poor workplace ergonomics. Knowing how to recognize potential problems and offering solutions can help reduce the number and severity of musculoskeletal disorders. Read More about Ergonomics in the Workplace

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Controlling Allergens in the Workplace

Book Review: Safety Ethics Cases From Aviation, Healthcare & Occupational & Environmental Health

The Big 4 of OSHA’s Silica Regulation

Drugs, Alcohol, and Workplace Safety

Occupational Safety vs. Process Safety

The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP)

Push-to-Talk App Emergency Communication Apps

Workers’ Rights in the United States

Preparing for and Responding to Energy Emergencies

Ergonomics in the Workplace

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