Watch the CBS Remember the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ulaG9x4GpE and using Google, find an article or video about the Imperial Chicken fire in 1991, or the Bangladesh Tazreen factory fire of November 2012. Write a 300-word paper comparing the Triangle fire with one of these fires, with an emphasis on the unsafe conditions […]

Your assignment is to use the OSHA Guide to conduct an incident investigation into your chosen topic.  The guide describes a 4-Step Systems approach and your job is to identify and summarize the steps by the information as described by the report.   Instructions:   1.            Chose a safety topic […]

Evaluation of Workplace Hazards Wet-bulb Globe Temperature [WBGT]   The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) is a measure of the heat stress in direct sunlight, which takes into account: temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle and cloud cover (solar radiation).  This differs from the heat index, which takes into consideration temperature and humidity and is […]

In Week 1, your assignment is to start anticipating the possible hazards found in your workplace.  You are asked to identify possible areas for assessment and prepare some preliminary assessment information.   Please share the following information here:   Name of the business or work center,   Number of employees   A brief overview of the […]

Rarely a day goes past without a reference in the newspapers, on the television or on the internet to illnesses or disabilities caused at work. In some cases, the effects may be reversible. In many others, detrimental effects on health cannot be overcome and can even shorten life expectancy. Occupational safety and health use science […]

The International Association of Firefighters says cancer is now the leading cause of death among firefighters.  A CDC/National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health study tracked nearly 30,000 firefighters across the country in 2010 and found higher rates of cancer than the general population.  This is a relatively new development and one that hasn’t been […]

In a recent article in Safety and Health Magazine, researchers say that nurses and other medical professionals are facing a new type of trauma.  Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, nurses and other health care professionals across the country have reported a lack of masks, gloves, gowns and other protective gear to keep them safe while caring […]

As many organizations rethink their approaches to safety, they are increasingly relying on the ability of their managers to lead change at every level. Credibility in particular is essential to success in this new environment.  As an Occupational Safety and Health professional, what does credibility mean to you?  Why is credibility important?  How do you […]

DQ1 COVID-19 and protecting workersContains unread posts    Many of the occupational safety and health professionals are experiencing how COVID-19 (and pandemics) can have a serious impact on the economy and affect worker safety.   Using your knowledge of government agencies, what resources or policies are available for employers?   From an employee standpoint, what has been […]

Applying Quality Improvement to Nursing Practice Describe one patient care scenario where a safety or quality issue is apparent. This can be something you have experienced in your current practice or one you develop for this discussion. Explain the details surrounding the scenario and the impact of the problem.   Select either the DMAIC or […]