In July of 2023, the Department of Labor (DOL) published a new proposed rule change for personal protection equipment (PPE) in the construction industry, which would address the long-standing gap in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) construction standard regarding PPE to properly fit workers, and provide clarity to…
Amy Roosa is the founder and CEO of The Safety Rack which works to educate andadvocate for PPE equity for women across all industries. During her 19 years in safety, Roosa has worked in the public sector, manufacturing, construction and risk control. She has worked with multiple organization including the National Safety Council, where she help form the Government and Public Sector Division; she is co-founder of the Midwest Women in Safety Conference; and currently is the chapter president of the ASSP Hawkeye Chapter in Iowa.
Oil and gas operations are commonly found in remote locations far from company headquarters. Now, it's possible to monitor pump operations, collate and analyze seismic data, and track employees around the world from almost anywhere. Whether employees are in the office or in the field, the internet and related applications enable a greater multidirectional flow of information – and control – than ever before.