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2016 CEOs Who "Get It"
SAFETY LEADERSHIP

2016 CEOs Who 'Get It'

The National Safety Council recognizes seven leaders who demonstrate a personal commitment to worker safety and health
January 24, 2016
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Safety+Health presents Q&As with seven leaders who demonstrate a personal commitment to worker safety and health.
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The one-person safety team
TOUGH, BUT NOT IMPOSSIBLE

The one-person safety team

Three professionals share their experiences of being the only dedicated safety pro onsite
January 24, 2016
Tom Musick
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In some organizations, the safety team consists of one person. What challenges does this create? How does a safety professional avoid feeling isolated and keep up with important trends when he or she is all alone? Three safety pros weigh in.
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Combustible dust: Small particles, big hazard
EXPLOSIVE MATERIAL

Combustible dust: Small particles, big hazard

OSHA is in the early stages of the rulemaking process, so where can employers find guidance right now?
January 24, 2016
Sarah Trotto
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The Chemical Safety Board has been urging OSHA to promulgate a general industry standard for combustible dust since 2006. But where can facilities look for guidance right now?
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Working with arthritis
MOST COMMON CAUSE OF DISABILITY

Working with arthritis

Employees may have limitations, but accommodations can help
January 24, 2016
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Workers with arthritis often experience symptoms such as pain, stiffness and fatigue. But experts say accommodations from employers can help people with arthritis stay on the job.
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Salary Survey 2015
Salary Survey 2015

Salary Survey 2015

October 25, 2015
Tom Musick
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The results of Safety+Health’s 2015 Salary Survey are in, featuring data from 1,400 safety professionals, broken out by job title, experience, region and more. How does your salary stack up?
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Hand-Arm Vibration
WIDESPREAD CONDITION, PREVENTION MEASURES LIMIT EFFECTS

Hand-arm vibration syndrome

Workers who use power tools may be at risk
October 25, 2015
Sarah Trotto
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Workers who use vibrating tools such as jackhammers, chain saws, grinders and riveters are at risk for developing hand-arm vibration syndrome. Experts say preventive measures can help reduce the risk.
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prescription drugs
DRUG USE AMONG WORKERS

Prescription painkillers and the workforce

Experts say policies and education can help combat opioid abuse
September 27, 2015
Sarah Trotto
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The number of Americans dying from prescription painkiller overdoses has quadrupled since 1999, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Injured workers are often prescribed narcotics to help relieve their pain. The National Safety Council has launched an initiative aimed at preventing overdoses.


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workers' comp
"THE OPTION"

The workers’ comp option

Will more states start adopting workers’ compensation opt-out plans?
September 27, 2015
Kyle W. Morrison
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A growing number of stakeholders support an alternative to workers’ compensation. It’s known as “the option,” and proponents claim it can lower costs and return injured employees to the job sooner. But critics of the option say it could do more harm than good.
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