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IRONCLAD Marketing introduces IRONCLAD Europe through strategic alliance




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Tyndale completes expansion of Houston Distribution Center

Tyndale announces the completed expansion of their Houston DC to 118,260 square feet, which is more than 50% more square footage than its original size.




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Ohio Safety Congress' educational sessions are live

There's something for everyone. 





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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. marks 70 years in business

The Wisconsin company's safety & regulatory compliance solutions have expanded through three generations of leadership.




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PIP Global Safety selects TrusTrace to support corporate sustainability initiatives

PIP Global Safety, TrusTrace’s first customer specialized in the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Workwear and Safety Footwear space, is taking a proactive approach to regulatory compliance by gathering granular traceability data on the cotton used in its products




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Magid Glove & Safety named a winner of The Chicagoland Top Workplaces Award

With close to 100,000 licensed businesses in the City of Chicago alone, Magid was one of only 196 businesses to make this list.




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Final days of discounted rate for winter session of SafetyFOCUS

The winter session’s discounted early rate expires after Nov. 16.




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Hy-Brid Lifts announces director of sales for Southeast United States




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Protective Industrial Products, Inc. acquires Final Fit Safety, manufacturer of sustainable ear plugs

Final Fit Safety was founded by Mr. Howard Leight, long considered a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of ear plug-type hearing protectors for over 50 years. 




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Case study: Optimizing lockout procedures for a multi-site, national retailer

As an organization highly committed to safety, it was important to this premium retailer that they take a proactive approach to control any hazardous energy that could impact safety and/or the efficiency of their stores – and the sooner the better. 




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Haws® Corporation appoints Chuck Gruber as new CEO

While Gruber is the first Haws CEO from outside the founding family, Haws continues to be owned by family members and upholds the same values since its beginnings in 1906. 




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BCSP’s 'The Hub' aims to equip, connect safety professionals

The Hub offers industry knowledge, best practices, expert insight, and a place to connect with other safety professionals. It features content in a variety of formats.




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Ensuring safety for solo workers with technology

In today’s dynamic work environments, an increasing number of employees find themselves working alone.




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Feds investigating major chemical fire at Bio-Lab Facility in Conyers, GA

The owner of a Georgia chemical plant that had a massive chemical fire has been cited and fined repeatedly by the federal government, mostly for violations related to employees not receiving proper safety training.




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Maryland becomes sixth state to enact heat safety protections for workers.

Maryland joins five states – California, Colorado, Minnesota, Oregon and Washington – that already have statewide heat standards in place. 




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New NIOSH center focuses on firefighter safety, health and well-being

The Center provides a central point for partners to engage with NIOSH on the broad spectrum of firefighter-related research and services.




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The biggest risks of VOCs in industrial projects

In hazard-prone industrial projects, some risks can be easier to overlook than others. That’s often the case with volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are often not immediately noticeable but can be dangerous nonetheless. 




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NFPA 660: One combustible dust standard to rule them all

Currently designated as NFPA 660: Standard for Combustible Dusts, the all-encompassing standard will be completed in 2024 and likely released in late 2024/early 2025.




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How to protect lone workers who deal with confined spaces and fall risk

Regardless of the specific industry or job, lone workers face unique occupational risks due to their isolation from others.




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Don’t let safety slip through the cracks

In the oil and gas sector, methane emissions from refineries are a particular concern, as they can not only damage the environment, but also threaten the safety of workers and the local community.




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Top 10 OSHA Violations for Fiscal Year 2022

The following is a guide to the top 10 most violated standards of 2022 with quick tips and educational information on each standard. 




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2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Respiratory Protection, general industry

The OSHA standard on respiratory protection, general industry is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022.




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2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) general industry

The OSHA standard on control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) general industry is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022.




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8 steps to a lockout-tagout procedure

The lockout-tagout process will keep workers safe when maintaining equipment in the field. Use these steps to develop the proper LOTO procedure for your worksite.




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Connected worker practices can transform worker safety

Facilities can transform their safety practices by adopting a platform approach, which connects gas detectors and key situational information to cloud-based analytics and applications.




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How digital control of work will improve health and safety in oil and gas

    Oil and gas industry data shows increases in fatal accidents. Here are three areas that need attention.




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Immersive virtual reality programs offer new hires experience-based training

Many leading organizations are following the lead of innovative manufacturers and retailers by turning to virtual reality training solutions.




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Keep safety top of mind to protect oil and gas workers year-round




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Flexible connected gas monitor

The Ventis Pro5 from Industrial Scientific is the most flexible connected gas monitor on the market




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Honeywell introduces cloud-based digital twin for efficient and secure up-to-date testing

The platform can be used by companies in industries such as Oil & Gas, sheet manufacturing, and chemicals to test modifications during planned shutdown periods to reduce rework.




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Fast and precise gas analysis for synthetic gas production control

Syngas – or synthetic gas – is created by the gasification of carbonaceous materials, and is made up of hydrogen and carbon monoxide in various ratios. This article takes a looks at the top things to consider when choosing an MS system to enable precise control and optimization of syngas production.




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The human desire to be connected should extend to safety equipment

With such a strong desire to be connected, why don’t we feel this same need to be connected through the safety equipment at work?




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Blackline Safety unveils new and improved features for G6 Single-Gas Detector

G6 will be on display at a global marketing roadshow at both the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo in New Orleans from October 23-35, and A+A in Dusseldorf, Germany from October 24-27.




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A legacy of safety and efficiency

Pulp and paper mills rely on functioning, quality refractory to keep the plant up and running. One singular shutdown can cost mills thousands of dollars a day in lost production.




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MSA Safety launches the SENTRY io® Controller for gas and flame monitoring

Designed for easy use with an intuitive touchscreen operating system, the SENTRY io Controller can help users save time and reduce costs.




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Safety first: Protecting workers in the oil and gas industry as fatalities and injuries are on the rise

Workers in the oil and gas industry, whether they work with pipelines, on oil rigs, as drivers or at well sites, face higher incidence and mortality rates.




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Innovation in gas detection – MSA announces shared alerts for enhanced safety

MSA Safety’s innovative gas detection systems can communicate and share alerts, helping you keep workers safer than ever before.




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Safeguarding the invisible workforce

Advanced gas detection and safety monitoring solutions emerge as indispensable tools in safeguarding lone workers.




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Honeywell and Chevron collaborate on AI-assisted solutions for refining processes

Collaboration aims to enhance refining operations and workforce with advanced AI-Assisted technologies, including a new generation of alarm management solutions.




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PODCAST | Workplace safety at Los Alamos: Home of the atomic bomb

What is it like to be a senior EHS officer at the remote Los Alamos National Laboratory — home of the atomic bomb — in the New Mexico desert? 




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U.S. Chemical Safety Board investigates release of toxic hydrofluoric acid at Honeywell facility

This is the third serious incident involving the release of HF at the Louisiana facility in the last three years, official says.




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Is your high-density storage compromising worker safety?

This strategy increases the value of each square foot with customizable racks, but do the pros outweigh the cons?




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Amazon Prime Day major cause of injuries for warehouse workers, Senate report says

The report said peak shopping times resulted in the “highest weekly injury rates” for Amazon warehouse workers.




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Advancements in technology are increasing welding safety

As more injuries happen, more welders will be out of commission — and fewer young adults will be interested in entering the field.  




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Balancing efficiency and reducing human error in manufacturing

Attempting to mitigate human error can negatively impact manufacturing efficiency, and inefficiencies can be almost as expensive and frustrating as the human errors themselves.




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Robots: Powering productivity and safety

Emerging technologies within robots and AI can improve safety by taking on jobs that are more dangerous for humans.




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PODCAST | The future of materials handling

Doug Backinger of Caster Concepts discusses the growing trend of automation and ergonomics in the materials handling industry.




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Tiny particles, massive threat: The unseen danger of combustible dust

A recent ISHN webinar highlighted the often-overlooked hazard of combustible dust, with expert Mark Hanson detailing the devastating consequences of ignoring this workplace threat.




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The future of industrial safety: How autonomous systems can prevent accidents

Imagine a world where industrial accidents are almost non-existent, where robots, drones and AI-powered technologies work together to create the safest possible work environments.




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Is your facility at risk due to inadequate electrical testing?

Many facilities do not follow best practices when inspecting and maintaining machinery, leading to unnoticed and unmanaged hazards.