In fenestration manufacturing, the hum of saws, drills, and air compressors is a constant. But while production must stay loud to stay efficient, failing to manage noise levels and enforce proper safety protocols can cost far more than just hearing—it…
In 2025, OSHA is expected to strengthen their existing material handling standards. There will be an emphasis on ergonomics, hazard communication and equipment safety. How much can your employees safely lift, push, or pull and are there any OSHA material…
As the nation prepares for another term under President Donald Trump, the issue of workplace heat exposure and the potential for an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) heat standard is once again on the table. Despite growing calls for…
In manufacturing environments, the safe handling of glass is crucial to prevent injuries, especially when dealing with broken glass. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides guidelines to ensure worker safety and minimize risks associated with glass handling. OSHA…
When it comes to handling heavy and oversized windows, doors or special application products, the more hands the better. At least that used to be the case. A door flipping table and conveyor is a specialized workstation designed to assist…
To ensure worker safety, organizations rely on machine safety programs. These plans should address OSHA regulations, provide clearly written procedures and cover employee training on equipment. In our experience, these plans are often written once and then relegated to a…
In May, 2023, OSHA announced a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) aimed at preventing and reducing workplace falls. The initiative was announced in May with a 90-day outreach period. Inspections first began around July 30, 2023. According to the OSHA release,…
Tips to Keep Your Business off Their Radar In early 2023, OSHA issued a memorandum providing their guidance on issuing Instance-by-Instance citations. The guidleines went into effect on March 26, 2023. This new plan aims to reduce injuries and fatalities…
Workplace hazards exist on every single manufacturing floor. Many have the potential to cause serious injury. The top 5 OSHA workplace hazards include: Safety Chemical Biological Physical Ergonomic As a business owner, it’s your legal responsibility to ensure the health…
On October 27, 2021, OSHA initiated rulemaking with the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on heat illness prevention in outdoor and indoor work settings. Record-breaking heat across the US this past summer endangered millions of workers across all areas…