Oil & Gas

OSHA recently published a long-awaited notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that would update its Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) to align with Revision 7 of the UN’s Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). We’ve been talking about OSHA’s plan to realign the HazCom Standard with a more recent version of  GHS Purple Book for some […]

SEGs: The Foundation for a Great IH Program For this first session of our IH 101: Introduction to Industrial Hygiene Program Management series, we’re going to take an in-depth look at similar exposure groups (SEGs) to help you understand their critical importance to your IH program. We’ll also offer common-sense guidelines for how to set […]

If you’re like many EHS professionals, you’re already stretched pretty thin. Adding to the challenge is that 2021 has gotten off to a rapid start when it comes to EHS regulatory updates and enforcement priorities. Whether it’s OSHA’s proposed updates the HazCom Standard or the Biden Administration’s Executive Order (EO) on COVID safety and revised OSHA COVID-19 […]

Have you advertised your office ergonomics program in several places, only to have your people say that they didn’t know about it? After using every platform available, is it possible that over-communicating, using too many channels or not communicating directly to the right people could be the problem? Does the continuous information overload become white […]

As it stands today, EHS professionals are still working tirelessly to improve the overall health and safety of their workplaces. Not only do they need to ensure they’re addressing ergonomics design gaps as they are identified, but they must also make adjustments at their work sites to comply with new regulations established in response to […]

Hurricane Laura has already caused significant damage to the Gulf Coast area, including a fire and release of chlorine gas near Lake Charles, Louisiana. Read on to learn more about the chemical hazards posed by the storm and how VelocityEHS is helping with its disaster relief site that provides affected areas with access to millions […]

In new guidance issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the agency outlines how those in the oil and gas industry can reduce the risk of exposure to the coronavirus for its workers. The guidance is aimed at oil and gas workers and employers, including those in sub-industries that make up the broader […]

This week, VelocityEHS features a conversation with Tad Mitchell, president and CEO of WellRight, on the topic of well-being. Tad has authored five books on wellness and is a sought-after speaker and thought-leader in the field. This interview is part of our continuing celebration of National Safety Month, as sponsored by the National Safety Council. […]

During the COVID-19 outbreak, good housekeeping practices are essential to safety in the workplace, as well as in the home. But even household cleaning products, if used improperly, can create serious dangers. With our increased reliance on these products for preventing the spread of COVID-19, we must always remember to handle them safely to avoid […]

A fully-stocked grocery store with a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, canned goods perfectly lined up on the shelves like synchronized swimmers, and that special cut of meat to be there when I’m planning to cook for an audience is what I’ve grown to expect from my grocery store. Today is different. Workers are […]