Combustible dust resource for emergency responders

A new resource from OSHA outlines safe procedures emergency responders should follow when facing potential combustible dust fires and explosion hazards.

Mold remediation overview for hurricane cleanup workers

To help workers protect themselves from the hazards of mold exposure, Honeywell Safety has published a “Mold Remediation Overview.”

Avoiding slips, trips and falls: Tips for wholesale and retail employees

A NIOSH publication addresses preventing slips, trips and falls in wholesale and retail trade establishments.

Web tool: Side effects of medications

Roadwise RX allows users to enter the names of their daily prescription and over-the-counter medications into a web form. The resource then outputs information on how the medications may impact the user's driving abilities.

Small-business resource guide

NIOSH has published an online resource to help small businesses manage safety and health responsibilities.

NIOSH injury cost fact sheets

Fact sheets from NIOSH describe injury costs in the transportation, warehousing and utilities sector.

OSHA's winter storm safety webpage

OSHA launched a webpage designed to educate employers on how to keep storm response and recovery workers safe during hazardous winter conditions.

International fall protection research report

NIOSH has published global research findings from the 2010 International Conference on Fall Prevention and Protection. The 256-page document covers fall protection for scissor lifts; costs of fall-related construction fatalities; and hazard recognition for iron workers.

DOL website adds enforcement data visualization tools

The Department of Labor recently added new features to its enforcement database. The database now includes map displays of inspection and violation data from OSHA and the Mine Safety and Health Administration.

OSHA's hex chrome booklet

OSHA recently published a booklet on industry requirements for hexavalent chromium standards discussing exposure limits, exposure monitoring and determination, protective work clothing and equipment, medical surveillance, hazard communication, and recordkeeping.

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