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Explosion-proof area light

The Air-Light EX explosion-proof DC-powered LED area light comes equipped with two light heads, which can move independently in any direction.




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LED spotlight

The Spider Flex COB LED features a magnetic, flexible tripod base that can be mounted on any flat surface; attached to a metal surface; or wrapped around railings, posts or pipes.




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Flashlight

The Class I, Division 1 Razor FSL is an ergonomically designed dual-beam flashlight. Its forward light has a high mode of 325 lumens and can run for up to seven hours.




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Safety light curtain

The JANUS line of Category 4 light curtains allows the setting of each function to be easily performed via the main connector. The line offers incorporation of the main safety functions, including self-testing of the solid-state outputs, external device monitoring and “Start/Restart” interlock functions.




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LED lights

These LED work lights include “edgeless” models that sport a sleek, modern look. They’re available as both stud-mounted floodlights and as combination spot-floodlight bars in a variety of sizes.




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250-lumen light source

The Survivor X is an updated version of the Survivor right-angle light – now offering 250 lumens. The low-profile light is available as a rechargeable system or in an economical alkaline model, both for use in Division 1 hazardous environments.




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LED signaling light

Intended for use wherever warnings and information for machines, equipment, rooms or areas need to be displayed, the updated PYRA LED series features an RGB LED with selectable colors available to indicate multiple situations in one light.




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Rechargeable spotlight

The Waypoint 400 is an updated rechargeable, pistol-grip spotlight that offers up to 1,400 lumens of ultrabright white light with a beam distance of more than 3,700 feet.




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Keeping extinguishers in shape

Portable fire extinguishers can be vital in preventing a small fire from turning into a major incident. But the devices cannot provide protection unless they are properly maintained.




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Extinguishing mine fires

Having a fire hose available at a mine can be a lifesaver – but only a hose that is in good condition and in the right location.




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Properly using a fire extinguisher in the workplace

According to OSHA, the most common emergency small businesses must plan for is a fire. Fire extinguishers can be invaluable tools to help fight smaller fires in the workplace or to protect evacuation routes in the event of a larger one.




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UL offers Thanksgiving safety tips

Northbrook, IL-based Underwriters Laboratories is reminding families to keep safety on the Thanksgiving menu.




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Keep extinguishers in working order

Portable fire extinguishers can be vital in preventing a small fire from turning into a major catastrophe. But the devices provide no protection if they are not properly maintained.




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Be vigilant when working with flammable, combustible liquids

Nearly every workplace has potentially dangerous liquids, including fuels, paint thinners, solvents, cleaners, waxes and adhesives, according to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety.




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Fire safety: Every worker plays a role

When it comes to fire safety on the job, everyone can play a role – not only by recognizing hazards but also by taking action to resolve them.




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Welding fume hazards

Welding processes are classified into two groups: fusion welding, which is heat alone, and pressure welding, which uses heat and pressure. Fusion welding involves three types: electric arc, gas and thermit.




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Selecting the correct fire extinguisher

The National Fire Protection Association notes that portable fire extinguishers can “save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives, but portable extinguishers have limitations.”




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Office fires: Be ready to react

About 6,000 office fires are reported every year in the United States, according to the Seattle Fire Department. If your workplace experienced a fire, would employees know how to respond?




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Fire safety in high-rise buildings

Do you work in a high-rise office building? Maybe you’ll be visiting one for an upcoming meeting. Either way, you need to know what to do if the fire alarm sounds.




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Steps to boost truck cab safety

Aside from being the control center of the vehicle, a truck cab serves as an office for paperwork and phone calls, a break area to rest and eat, a shelter from inclement weather and extreme temperatures, and a storage area for supplies and equipment. As wide-ranging as this multifunctional space is, even more so are the hazards that can be inside and around the cab, cautions KeepTruckingSafe.org.




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Hot work hazards

Employers need to create a program to ensure hot work is performed safely. Here’s what OSHA says an effective program looks like.




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Wheelchair users and fire safety

Creating a safe evacuation plan means all employees should be accounted for in it – including workers who use a wheelchair.




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Is your workplace ready for EVs?

If your facility is considering installing EV charging stations, the Electrical Safety Foundation International recommends a site assessment conducted by a trained and qualified electrician.




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Prevent falls when working near rooftop hatches

Guarding floor and wall openings and holes is a requirement under OSHA’s fall protection standard. Hatches, which provide workers with direct access to a rooftop where equipment is often stored, fall under this requirement.




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Look up: Ladders and overhead power lines

From 1992 to 2005, at least 154 workers were killed after a metal ladder they were using came in contact with an overhead power line, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data cited in a recent NIOSH review.




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Conducting self-inspections: Two methods

Inspections are an important part of any workplace safety and health management system. Described in a video from the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Division of Labor and Industry as the practice of “identifying unsafe conditions through observations and testing of the work environment,” inspections can cover housekeeping, emergency alarms, electrical hazards, machine guarding and chemical hazards.




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Perform façade work safely

The first rule of performing façade work while on a scaffold: Don’t do it unless you’ve completed scaffold safety training, warns a recent worker alert from the New York City Department of Buildings.




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Use ‘the four R’s’ to help prevent head-on collisions

You can help prevent a potential head-on collision before it occurs. NSC has developed a lifesaving method for drivers to use: the four R’s.




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Limit risks when operating a 15-passenger van

Although convenient for transporting groups, 15-passenger vans can pose a safety risk to inexperienced drivers, their passengers and other road users.




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‘Work with us’ on work zone safety

“You play a role in work zone safety. Work with us.” That’s the theme of this year’s National Work Zone Awareness Week, set for April 17-21.




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Work safely with lithium batteries

Many devices, including personal gas monitors, are powered by lithium batteries, some of which (lithium-ion batteries) are rechargeable.




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See What’s on the Mind of Safety Professionals

Being a true safety partner means knowing what’s important to people in the safety profession. Red Wing asked hundreds of safety professionals about their challenges, concerns and successes.




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Share the Facts on Foot Protection at Your Next Safety Meeting

Download this free Foot Protection Training Guide with expert tips to help keep your workers safe from potentially devastating foot injuries.




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Beyond Reimbursement: Spotlighting the Superiority of a Managed Safety Footwear Program

Get our guide that compares the many advantages of a managed safety footwear program with those of a typical reimbursement program. Get the guide and see how working with a reputable safety footwear provider can tailor a program for your business needs, as well as for the safety and productivity of your workers.




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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Providing PPE and Ensuring Its Use

Written by J. J. Keller’s workplace safety experts, this white paper offers valuable guidance and insights to help establish an effective PPE program at your company. Download a free copy and keep your employees safe!




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Prevent on-the-job backover deaths

These types of on-the-job deaths often involve large vehicles, such as those used in transportation and construction.




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Head protection: Understand the options

Do you know the difference between a hard hat and a helmet?




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What hazards could you be missing?

Hazard reporting is a critical part of any safety program and should be done as soon as a hazard is identified.




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Safety in confined spaces

A lack or absence of oxygen, the presence of toxic chemicals or fumes, and extreme temperatures: These are some of the major hazards associated with confined spaces.




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Health conditions raise women’s risk of work-related injuries, study finds

Aurora, CO — Anxiety, depression and fatigue increase women’s risk of getting hurt at work, according to a recent study from the Colorado School of Public Health’s Center for Health, Work and Environment.




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Work stress is keeping people up at night, survey shows

Menlo Park, CA — Does worry about work keep you from getting a good night’s rest? Forty-four percent of respondents to a recent survey said work-related stress causes them to lose sleep.




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NIOSH publishes fact sheet on fatigued driving in oil and gas industry

Washington — For oil and gas workers, fatigue caused by a combination of long work hours and lengthy commutes can contribute to motor vehicle crashes – the leading cause of death in the industry, a new fact sheet from NIOSH states.




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Night owls at increased risk of dying younger, researchers say

Evanston, IL — People who prefer to stay up late have a greater chance of dying at a younger age than those who are natural “early to bed and early to rise” types, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at Northwestern University and the University of Surrey.




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Study links fatigue-related CMV crashes to distance from rest areas

Lexington, KY — Fatigue-related crashes among commercial motor vehicle drivers increase the farther the crash site is located from truck stops, rest areas and weigh stations with rest havens, according to a recent study from the University of Kentucky.




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Want to sleep better? Put rude co-workers out of your mind, researchers say

Washington — If experiencing rude or negative behavior at work keeps you from getting a good night’s sleep, making efforts to “let it go” after you’ve clocked out may help ward off insomnia, according to a recent study from the American Psychological Association.




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Campaign seeks to raise awareness of fatigue in offshore energy industry

Brough, England — The United Kingdom’s National Workboat Association has launched a campaign aimed at curbing fatigue among crew members of offshore energy support vessels.




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Managing fatigue risk in the tugboat, towboat and barge industry: New guide available

Arlington, VA — In an effort to address a persistent concern in the tugboat, towboat and barge industry, the American Waterways Operators has released a guide on various principles of fatigue risk management.




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Nursing organizations launch campaign to address safety and health issues

Silver Spring, MD — The American Nurses Association, in partnership with the U.S. Public Health Service chief nurse officer and the University of North Carolina and University of Washington schools of nursing, has launched a campaign with initiatives that include addressing industry concerns such as workplace violence and safe and appropriate staffing levels.




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As little as 16 minutes of lost sleep can hinder job performance: study

Tampa, FL — A relatively small disruption in sleep routines could leave workers distracted during the next workday, according to the results of a recent study from the University of South Florida.




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Researchers find sleep disorders common among nurses

San Antonio — Nearly 1 in 3 nurses may suffer from insomnia, while more than 1 in 8 admit to taking medications to help them stay awake, according to a recent study.