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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EMPLOYEE DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING
54 Drug Testing During COVID-19
During a national crisis, substance abuse increases.
by Bill Current
PPE: PROTECTIVE APPAREL
58 Optimized Protective Clothing
Keeps Workers Cool and Comfortable Your clothing and its materials matter for your comfort and safety. by Jake Hirschi
62 Why Do I Still Get Wet in My Waterproof, Breathable Rain Suit?
Just because you’re getting wet in your rain gear does not mean it’s ineffective. by Brian Nutt
PPE: FALL PROTECTION
64 The Dangers of Dropped Objects
Tools are essentially for workers at height to do their job, but they also pose risks to those below. by Anne Osbourne
68 The Complexities of Achieving Comfort in Fall Protection Harnesses A well-designed full body harness will disperse any remaining energy in a safe manner. by Jason Giefer
VISION PROTECTION
70 The Eyes are a Gateway for COVID-19
It’s crucial to pick the right eyewear for your safety.
by Mary Padron
DEFIBRILLATORS & CPR
72 Saving Lives: Why CPR & AED Training Matter
None of us expect the unexpected. by Gina Mayfield
76 Safety Training During and After COVID-19
There are safe ways to train your employees while staying healthy. by Dom Tolli
ADULT LEARNING
78 What You Need to Know about Adult Learning
There is one major reason why safety training fails to stick: knowledge transfer. by Pandora Bryce
STANDARDS UPDATE
80 The New ANSI/ASSP Z10.0 Standard
The newest ANSI/ASSP Z10 standard is important for safety systems. by Greg Zigulis
departments
4 From the Editor
26 ASSP Product Showcase 84 New Products
86 Product Spotlights
88 Advertiser Index
89 Product Literature
89 Classifieds
90 Breakthrough Strategies
by Robert Pater
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features
FIRE SAFETY
10 Recognizing and Mitigating
Static Electricity Hazards
Fire departments respond to nearly 280 industrial incidents involving static electricity each year. by Karen Hamel
ERGONOMICS
14 Drive Workplace Ergonomics
An effective ergonomics process does not have to be old- fashioned and outdated. by Josiah Allen
OIL & GAS
16 New Gas Detection Technology
New technology allows communities to detect the right gases in record time. by Mark Heuchert
IH: GAS DETECTION
20 Leveraging Connectivity in Area Monitoring for Full Worksite Visibility
Area monitors are the latest safety technology to join the cloud-connected digital transformation. by Kirk Johnson
ASSP SAFETY 2020
24 Safety 2020 Goes Virtual
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ASSP shifts its multi-day tradeshow to a full online platform. by Sydny Shepard
HEAT STRESS
32 Stop Sweating Heat Stress
Addressing heat stress in the workplace can prevent employee turnover. by Alex Risen
36 Sun Protection 101: A Complete
Guide to Skin Damage Prevention
Those who do not respect the sun may ultimately find themselves in a world of skin damage. by Alsie Nelson
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
40 Electricity is Everywhere
Electricity is part of our daily lives, and it’s important to understand the hazards it poses. by Lauren Holman
44 The Dog That Didn’t Bark
Recognizing all essential worker and their associated hazards while working in a pandemic. by Mike Enright
48 Why Electrical Safety Should Be a
Priority in Post-COVID Planning
It’s more important than ever to not lose sight of fundamen- tal protection programs and protocols. by Rachel Bugaris
EMPLOYEE GIFTS & INCENTIVES
50 Best Practices for Today and Tomorrow
Maximize employee safety and wellness initiatives through a behavior-based safety process as part of an employee recognition program. by Brant Dolan
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