One day when Jack Reiter was a boy, he watched his dad nearly lose a thumb when a board he was cutting with a table saw bound then kicked back like a whip as he fumbled for the "off" switch. Reiter ...

In machine shops, slipping safety standards will affect the workers and equipment. With rotating parts, heavy machinery, electrical hazards, and fine airborne particulates, even a momentary lapse can ...

Mulching attachment safety made simple. Expert tips to prevent injuries, manage risks, and optimize your operational ...

Those who know and understand how to safely use equipment have the ability to work faster and more efficiently, leading to better overall performance and profitability. When it comes to operating ...

According to health and safety consultant, Arinite, construction is the fourth most dangerous sector to work in globally. Contractors and machine operators are clearly most at risk, but they can also ...

Manufacturers of compact track loaders have moved toward closed-unit cabs in recent years, which not only improves visibility but also, and perhaps more importantly, improves operator safety. Recent ...

Piloting a fighter jet, removing a brain tumor, programing a particle accelerator, and operting a hydraulic excavator all require a high level of skill. Quick thinking, eye-hand coordination, and ...

During the design process, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) is typically used to assess how equipment and machinery might fail. Recent functional safety design legislation in the EU has ...