As temperatures rise, heat-related illnesses become a silent but deadly threat to workers in high-heat environments. Whether in construction, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or fire safety, prolonged exposure to extreme heat can cause heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and severe dehydration—putting lives at risk and reducing productivity. read more
Starting Monday, OSHA's new PPE standard will require construction employers to provide properly fitting safety gear for workers. The rule applies to all PPE, including hard hats, gloves, goggles, and harnesses, and aims to prevent secondary hazards and ensure maximum protection. Employers must ensure a variety of sizes and types of gear are available, particularly to accommodate diverse body types. read more
Join us February 24 - 26, 2025 at MCC Equipment & Service Center for PDA’s first Applicator Level One training course of the year! This two and a half day course covers a wide range of topics beneficial for new and even seasoned applicators. Dates: Monday, February 14 - Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Times: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday/Tuesday); 8 AM - 1:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: MCC Equipment & Service Center (2705 East Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168) read more
For the 14th year in a row, Fall Protection—General Requirements has topped the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s most frequently cited workplace safety standards for fiscal year 2024. read more
As spray polyurethane foam (SPF) contractors, we are all aware of the chemical exposure and general hazards associated with construction jobsites. However, one often overlooked daily activity is the proper handling and disposal of 55-gallon drums. read more
The U.S. Department of Labor has released a proposed rule with the goal of protecting millions of workers from the significant health risks of extreme heat. If finalized, the proposed rule would help protect approximately 36 million workers in indoor and outdoor work settings and substantially reduce heat injuries, illnesses and deaths in the workplace. read more
On May 2nd, The Department of Labor announced a final rule from its Occupational Safety and Health Administration that will update the current Hazard Communication Standard to better protect workers by improving the amount and quality of information on labels and safety data sheets and allow workers and first responders to react more quickly in an emergency. The updates take effect on July 19, 2024. read more
Among construction employees, falls from elevation remain the leading cause of death, accounting for 395 of 1,069 deaths in the industry according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In its continued effort to spread awareness of fall hazards in the workplace, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is hosting its annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction May 6th – 10th. read more
Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration published its 2023 injury and illness data. The data was collected under the agency's new Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses regulation, which was published July 2023. read more
To run a successful spray foam insulation business with a competitive edge, spray foam installers must stay abreast of the ongoing changes in technological advances. read more
OSHA is developing recommendations for regulatory standards for the prevention of heat-related illnesses of outdoor workers. read more
Fall Protection – General Requirements (1926.501) was OSHA’s most frequently cited standard in fiscal year 2023. If that sounds familiar, it’s because this is the 13th consecutive year the standard has topped the list. read more
