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2026 Updates to ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 – American National Standard for Industrial Head Protection: Is Your Organization Prepared?
The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) is currently in the final stages of publishing an update to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/ISEA Z89.1 –
Incidents, Accidents, and Near Misses in Laboratory Research Volume 10: Highlighting the Importance of Incident Reporting
This year we released the tenth edition of Incidents, Accidents, and Near Misses in Laboratory Research! This annual publication includes real-life examples of safety incidents,
New Online System for Massachusetts Low-Level Radioactive Waste Surveys
Do you know where your radioactive waste goes when it is shipped offsite for disposal? Low-level radioactive waste (LLRW) generated in the U.S. that cannot
Earth Day 2026 is Upon Us!
The theme of Earth Day 2026 (Wednesday, April 22) is “Our Power, Our Planet™,” which emphasizes community-driven action, collective power, and the impact of contributions at the
Can That Go Down the Drain? Changes to Connecticut’s Wastewater General Pretreatment Permit
Connecticut’s Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) recently revised their general permitting system for industrial wastewater discharges. Before October 2025, dischargers of process wastewater
Frameworks for Healthier Work Environments
In the life science industry where long hours are the norm, the impact of a healthy workplace setting can be underestimated. Yet access to green
Have You Planned Your Lab’s Spring Cleaning?
After a long winter, spring is finally here! For many, the start of the season not only brings to mind thoughts of longer days and
Lithium-Ion Battery-Related Aviation Incidents: What You Should Know
Lithium-ion batteries are all around us including in smartphones, laptops, headphones, tablets, e-cigarettes, and portable chargers. Despite their advantages, they pose various safety considerations including
2026 EPA Paper Manifest Sunset Rule: Modification of the Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulations
On March 5, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a proposed rule to amend the hazardous waste manifest regulations to establish a sunset
Are Burns From Personal Lithium Batteries OSHA Recordable?
Many employees bring personal items containing lithium-ion batteries—such as smartphones, portable chargers, and e-cigarettes—to work. While incidents related to their use are infrequent, they can
March is National Ladder Safety Month
March 2026 is the tenth annual celebration of National Ladder Safety Month. This event is sponsored by the American Ladder Institute (ALI) to raise awareness