March 1, 2024
World Hearing Day 2024, Women in Construction Week and more
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
A recent NIOSH Science Blog article addresses misinformation about work-related hearing loss. The blog article dispels myths such as noise being the only workplace hazard that can cause hearing loss. After each myth, a fact is given to disprove it along with related safety tips. NIOSH published this piece to improve hearing outcomes for employees and to support the theme of this year’s World Hearing Day on March 3.
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
Women in Construction Week 2024 celebrates the strength of women
Next week is the 26th annual Women in Construction Week, which celebrates the contributions of women in the construction industry. This year’s theme is Keys to the Future and focuses on the strength and knowledge of women and their necessary role in building the future of construction. Virtual events begin with a kickoff on March 3 and end with a call-to-action meeting on March 9.
Studies, resources, trends, news
Technology and a focus on the individual advance safety training
An EHS Today article examines how technology is being used to individualize safety training. Data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) are helping to proactively determine what hazard-specific training is necessary for each employee. These tools shift the training focus from reactive training to real-time individual learning. Companies are also driving continuous improvement by using AI to assist with understanding metrics from training evaluations.
March is National Ladder Safety Month
This year’s National Ladder Safety Month, presented by the National Ladder Institute, is centered on four themes, including training and awareness, inspection and maintenance, safe climbing and positioning and more. There are opportunities to participate in free webinars and learn through training modules. Those who wish to promote this program can use the materials provided in the marketing guide.