Becker's Hospital Review

Study compares efficacy of basic, enhanced Ebola PPE training guides: 5 findings

Despite current recommendations, many training courses for Ebola virus disease personal protective equipment have yet to be evaluated, according to the American Journal of Infection Control. That said ...
JD Supra

OSHA Issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Personal Protective Equipment for Construction Employees

On July 20, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that would amend 29 C.F.R. 1926.95(c) to require construction employers to make ...
EHS Today

OSHA’s Final PPE Rule for Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

On January 13, 2025, OSHA’s final rule took effect regarding the standard for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the construction industry. (See U.S. Dept. of Labor Release No. 24-2453-NAT, ...
JD Supra

OSHA Will Require Construction Employers to Consider Body Type When Providing PPE Starting January 13

Proper fit is essential for PPE to function effectively. Only with proper fit can protective equipment provide maximum protection against workplace hazards such as falling objects, machinery, ...
For Construction Pros

How to Keep Workers Safe and Stay in Compliance with PPE

Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) on the jobsite is undoubtedly vital to keeping construction workers safe. Not only is it important to keep employees healthy, companies must stay in ...
For Construction Pros

What OSHA's PPE Rule Revision Means for Women in Concrete

Pouring concrete is dangerous work. Cement dust irritates the eyes, skin, and lungs. Holding a pump hose is hard on the hands. Tip-toeing across rebar is tough on the feet. Now, imagine trying to get ...