Lance Roux

Lance is the founder of SafetyPro Resources, LLC. He is a Certified Safety Professional.

OSHA's Plans to Update Process Safety Management Standard Move Forward

As part of a federal effort to improve safety at chemical manufacturing facilities, OSHA is planning to update its Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard (1910.119) within the..

Four Key Benefits to Conducting Third Party Safety Audits

Why You Should Consider Third Party Safety Audits Safety audits may be conducted on a voluntary or required basis by knowledgeable, experienced professionals who will assist in..

How to Avoid On The Job Hand Injuries

More than 25% of all workplace accidents involve hand and finger injuries. Hands are vital tools for performing a myriad of essential life and work functions. They are composed of..

NIOSH Seeks to Update Hard Hat Design

Hard hats are designed to protect the heads of workers from the risk of traumatic brain injuries caused by falling objects, impact with other objects, debris, bad weather and..

OSHA Proposes Changes to Form for Safety Complaints

Before reading further, if you are trying to launch an OSHA compliant, you're in the wrong place. Call your local OSHA office or 800-321-6742 (OSHA) Recently, a notice in the..

The Effectiveness of OSHA Press Releases on Subsequent Violations

An ongoing study being conducted at Boston University which analyzes the impact of OSHA enforcement press releases on overall compliance is yielding interesting findings. Results..

OSHA Proposes New Rule Covering Beryllium Exposure Limits

OSHA has proposed a new ruling on beryllium exposure limits which will most likely include construction workers in addition to general industry employees. OSHA suspects that..

Getting Serious About Forklift Safety

Many industrial workplaces have come to rely on forklifts over the years for their ability to lift and transport loads from one location to another but often their safety can..

OSHA Expands Efforts to Protect Contract Workers

Contract workers generally face greater health and safety risks than permanent employees, and OSHA is increasing efforts to protect them. The temporary nature of contract work..