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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUMMER PRODUCT LAUNCH
42 Compelling Safety Solutions
OH&S Magazine rounds up some of the companies, products, and solutions that are working to help evolve worker and workplace safety.
By Robert Yaniz Jr.
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TRAINING: LOCKOUT/TAGOUT
48 Setting a New Safety Standard with Digital Lockout/Tagout
Digital LOTO systems and procedures are driving beneficial safety enhancements. How do companies train employees in this important technological shift?
By Herbert Post
DEFIBRILLATION & CPR
52 Reviving Rhythms: The Critical Role of CPR and Defibrillation in Emergency Response CPR and defibrillation significantly improve survival rates during sudden cardiac arrest, and their integration into workplace safety protocols is crucial.
By Ian Durrant
SUMMER HAZARDS
54 Wet Bulb Globe Temperature in Heat Safety
The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) enables organizations to implement effective safety protocols and protect workers from heat-related dangers.
By Zack Braun and Donald D. Elswick
58 Four Common Summer Hazards: Problems & Solutions
Implementing effective heat safety programs and protocols is crucial to protect workers from the increasing risks of summer heat hazards.
By M.B. Sutherland
HEARING PROTECTION
62 Hearing Protection: Three Innovations to Follow
A look at three recent safety advancements for protecting workers’ hearing while on the job as well as maintaining their performance.
By David Kopf
GAS DETECTION
64 The Unseen Enemy: Tools and Training to Prevent Gas Leak Catastrophes
Effective training and stringent protocols are essential to prevent gas leaks and reduce the risk of catastrophic incidents, particularly in industrial settings.
By Matt Gardner
INCENTIVES
68 Identifying the Right Safety Incentives
Using incentives in safety training and culture is important, but an expert explains that it requires understanding which are the best incentives for your organization.
By David Kopf
WORKPLACE SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
70 What OHS Officers Need to Know About Digitizing Emergency Management
Digital emergency management systems are transforming safety drills and evacuations by providing accurate, real-time data and improving efficiency.
By Jeff Gladwish
74 Enhancing Employee Engagement with VR, AI and 3D Tools
When done correctly, a combination of new technology and traditional methods can create the perfect balance of engaging, thoughtful training that employees need.
By Michael Ojdana
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EMERGING SAFETY TRENDS
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8 From the Editor 76 Product Spotlights
80 New Products
81 Advertiser Index
82 Breakthrough Strategies
by Robert Pater
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