May 2022

2022 Job Outlook

April 24, 2022

The results of our 2022 Job Outlook survey are in. Find out what occupational safety and health pros had to say about the current job market, and the impact of COVID-19 on the profession.

Keep aging workers safe on the job

What employers can do

April 24, 2022

Kevin Druley

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“We don’t want to suggest that older workers create the safety hazards, because it’s the job conditions that create the safety hazards,” says Chris Cain of CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training. “But we do see that the risks on the job do sometimes disproportionately affect aging workers.”

Protect workers when lightning strikes

Plan, train and be aware

April 24, 2022

Barry Bottino

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Lightning can strike with little or no warning. That’s why it can’t be ignored or taken lightly by employers or workers – particularly those who spend time outdoors.

Editor’s Note: Celebrating two years ‘On the Safe Side’

April 24, 2022

Melissa J. Ruminski

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It was in the spring of 2020, typing from my kitchen table at the beginning of Illinois’ stay-at-home order, that I first invited you to fend off any feelings of COVID-19 pandemic-related isolation by spending some time each month with our "On the Safe Side" podcast hosts: S+H Associate Editors Barry Bottino, Kevin Druley and Alan Ferguson.

Safety Leadership: Reducing exposure to help prevent soft-tissue injuries: The leader’s role

April 24, 2022

Bruce Madsen and Grace Thai

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“Often, workers may not be aware of what’s causing their chronic pain or discomfort. Therefore, leaders need to become aware of and understand what they can do to help,” say Bruce Madsen and Grace Thai of DEKRA.

All About You: Make a positive impression

April 24, 2022

Richard Hawk

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“It’s not only your initial meeting with someone that contributes to a positive impression,’” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk, who shares advice.

Safety+Health readers share how they got into the EHS field

My Story: J. Kanani Patricio-Young

April 24, 2022

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J. Kanani Patricio-Young shares how she got into the EHS field.

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May 1, 2022

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May 1, 2022

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May 1, 2022

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