i Accuform Signs By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:02:00 -0400 Booth #5837 Request your Accuform Signs catalog today! Accuform’s newest full-line catalog, BEC15, is set to ship this fall. Discover a complete product line of facility identification that will INFORM, PROTECT, and MOTIVATE™ the global workforce, with over 100,000 products to meet the unique needs of virtually any plant or facility. Click here for more information from Accuform Signs Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i American Heart Association By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:03:00 -0400 Booth #4355 Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Online is a self-directed course that uses interactive lessons and videos to teach you comprehensive first aid, CPR, and AED knowledge. This program is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs an AHA course completion card. Click here for more information from American Heart Association Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Anti-Microbial Products, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:04:00 -0400 Booth #5749 Anti-Microbial Products, Inc. (AMP) is a distributor of Anti-Microbial gloves. AMP sells to food service distributors, hospitals, schools, retailers and food companies all over the United States. The AMS Anti-Microbial Glove is highly effective at protecting the product and inhibiting the growth of bacteria that may affect them. AMS is developing glove products that, in the future, can be utilized in health care markets. Click here for more information from Anti-Microbial Products, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Blackline GPS By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:05:00 -0400 Full Article
i BlueWater Manufacturing, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:06:00 -0400 Booth #5824 BlueWater Manufacturing offers industry-leading, non-penetrating OSHA-compliant guardrail systems for fall protection on flat roof buildings and elevated platforms. Our versatile modular solutions are engineered-to-order, portable, easy to install, and never jeopardize roof integrity. We manufacture in-house, so special challenges are our specialty! Click here for more information from BlueWater Manufacturing, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Board of Certified Safety Professionals By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:07:00 -0400 Booth #2217 The “Career Paths in Safety” brochure offers certification options at basic, technologist and technician, trainer, and professional levels. It outlines safety education, experience and job roles. “Career Paths in Safety” includes information on BCSP’s certifications including the CSP, OHST, CHST, STS and CET. Click here for more information from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Brady Worldwide, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:08:00 -0400 Booth #2231 Brady Worldwide, Inc. has been creating a smarter, safer world for 100 years. When it comes to the workplace safety puzzle, Brady has the pieces. Our products include high-performance labels and signs, safety and lockout/tagout devices, printing systems and software, absorbents, and more. Visit us at Booth #2231 at the 2014 NSC Congress & Expo or at www.BradyID.com for more information. Click here for more information from Brady Worldwide, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Columbia Southern University By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:09:00 -0400 Full Article
i Encon Safety Products, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:11:00 -0400 Full Article
i Gateway Safety, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:14:00 -0400 Booth #5237 The Serpent® Safety Helmet has a sleek shell design that provides an attractive style while offering durable protection. The lightweight helmet offers superior comfort with an eight-point, six-strap nylon suspension that also provides exceptional impact absorption. Available in both unvented, Class E and vented, Class C only models. Click here for more information from Gateway Safety, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Haws Corporation By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:16:00 -0400 Full Article
i Health & Safety Institute By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:17:00 -0400 Booth #1938 Get total EH&S training support so you can be proactive with training or respond to needs as they emerge, ensuring employees are trained and in compliance. Summit Connect, the first available subscription option for EH&S training, gives you readily available, quality online training solutions for greater cost savings and flexibility. Click here for more information from Health & Safety Institute Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Industrial Scientific Corporation By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:20:00 -0400 Booth #4037 By wearing the Tango™ TX1 Single Gas Monitor, which includes two identical sensors for the detection of the same gas, workers will be the safest single-gas monitor users in the world. The Tango’s three-year runtime and patent-pending DualSense® Technology increase worker safety, regardless of bump test frequency, while reducing overall maintenance costs. Click here for more information from Industrial Scientific Corporation Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Insect Shield By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:21:00 -0400 Protect outdoor workers from dangerous insects and harmful UV rays with the Insect Shield Technical Field shirt. Invisible, odorless Insect Shield technology is built in and repels mosquitoes, ticks and other insects that can cause Lyme disease and West Nile virus. Click here for more information from Insect Shield Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:22:00 -0400 Booth #5437 J. J. Keller has a line of solutions specific to the oil & gas industry, including: Safety Compliance Manual; H2S, driver, and employee Safety Handbooks; Standards for Oil & Gas Handbook; online training courses; and more. Learn more about them at www.JJKeller.com. Click here for more information from J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i K-Sun Corporation By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:23:00 -0400 Booth #1104 Visit Booth #1104 at the 2014 NSC Congress & Expo and receive FREE MaxiSigns® V.2 Safety Sign-Making Software (a $499 value)! Try the K-Sun® PEARLabel® 400iXL Pipemarker and Safety Labeling Solution, an Energy Star, high-resolution printer with easy-to-use PipeMarker™ V8 and powerful MaxiLabel® Pro Ver 5 software. Make signs/labels/pipemarkers in-house, on-demand at great savings! Call (800) 622-6312 x214 or email us at info@ksun.com. Click here for more information from K-Sun Corporation Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Mr. Chain By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:25:00 -0400 Booth #5716 We design and produce our products. Since 2012, we have added these products: Magnet Ring/Carabiner used to mark off aisles and loading docks; Snap Reflector with DOT reflective tape clips onto chain or any loop; and X-Treme Stanchion with a bladder for ballast, wheels, keyhole slot and c-hooks for ease of use. Click here for more information from Mr. Chain Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i PortaGas, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:28:00 -0400 Booth #3751 Getting tired of dealing with empty calibration gas cylinders? PortaGas makes it easy and convenient with PortaGreen. Each cylinder comes with a prepaid return-shipping label. Once the cylinder is empty, simply strip off the shrink-wrap to reveal the prepaid FedEx return label and hand it off to your shipper. Click here for more information from PortaGas, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Protective Industrial Products, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:30:00 -0400 Booth #3923 The new Maximum Safety® TuffMax5 provide users with cut and pinch point protection in general duty handling and oily conditions. Its HPPE fiber shell is lightweight and provides excellent dexterity, tactile sensitivity and cut resistance that is available in EN cut level 5. Click here for more information from Protective Industrial Products, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Rigid Lifelines By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:31:00 -0400 Booth #4015 Defy™ self-retracting devices are designed to be lightweight yet extremely durable and exceed OSHA codes and ANSI standards. They’re slim, sleek and compact, so you’ll hardly notice how well they have your back. Plus, they come in a variety of lengths to catch you and take gravity out of the equation. Learn more about our new fall protection family. Click here for more information from Rigid Lifelines Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Skedco, Inc. By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:33:00 -0400 Booth #4404 Sked, the most versatile rescue stretcher available today, can be hoisted vertically or simply dragged or carried through the smallest of passageways. The Sked and Oregon Spine Splint II, combined with Skedco’s Sked-Evac Tripod and 4:1 mechanical system, can bring immobilized patient through holes as small as 11" x 15". Click here for more information from Skedco, Inc. Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Span International Training, LLC By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:34:00 -0400 Booth #2219 SPAN is the world leader in safety professional exam preparation workshops, self-study workbooks and software. Take your career to the next level – get certified (ASP, CSP, CHST, CHMM, OHST). Click here for more information from Span International Training, LLC Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Springfield LLC By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:35:00 -0400 Booth #939 DuPontTM Nomex® MHP from Springfield is a new high-performance fabric that provides inherent FR protection against heat and flame, electric arc, and small molten-metal splash. Its lightweight strength, durability and FR protection make it ideal for multi-hazard industrial environments. NFPA 2112 certified and NFPA 70E 2 compliant. Call (516) 861-6250 or visit www.springfieldllc.com. Click here for more information from Springfield LLC Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims. Full Article
i Prevent fatigue among shift workers By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 Adequate sleep is important for an individual’s health and well-being. Most experts recommend getting between seven and nine hours of sleep every day, which can be difficult to achieve, especially for people who work during nighttime hours or on a rotating shift schedule. Full Article
i Tips for avoiding shift-work sleepiness By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Shift work may be a fact of life for many U.S. workers, but the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation warns that such work can have serious repercussions. Full Article
i Preventing prescription drug abuse By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 23 May 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Prescription drug abuse is a rising epidemic that can significantly affect the workplace. Symptoms of prescription drug abuse can be hard to spot. However, if you suspect an employee is abusing or addicted to a prescription medication, contact human resources or your employee assistance program. Full Article
i Do you have shift work sleep disorder? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Maybe you played games on your phone or tablet late into the night, or, as midnight approached, couldn’t help but watch one more episode of your favorite show. Whatever the case, many people head into work tired. But for some shift workers – people who perform their jobs outside the traditional 9-to-5 time frame – excessive fatigue at work may indicate something more serious. Full Article
i Promoting healthy eating at work By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 Has your workplace considered starting a healthy eating program? According to the Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety, “When a workplace can help employees to make wise food choices, as part of a workplace health program, it can influence the person’s long-term health and wellness. Full Article
i Fighting fatigue By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 May 2017 00:03:00 -0400 Do you regularly arrive at work feeling tired, groggy or run-down? If so, you may not be getting enough sleep. It’s estimated that more than one-third of the U.S. workforce is sleep-deprived. Full Article
i Feeling stressed at work? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Do you regularly feel overwhelmed, anxious or stressed at work? You’re not alone. Full Article
i Having a holiday potluck at work? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Nothing brings people together like food. And with the holidays fast approaching, office potlucks will be kicking into full swing, so it’s a good time to talk about safe food-handling practices. Full Article
i Post-traumatic stress disorder in the workplace By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental illness. It can occur when a person experiences something frightening, stressful or overwhelming. Full Article
i Working with arthritis By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 If you have arthritis, you’re not alone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that 23 percent of all adults in the United States – roughly 54 million people – have arthritis, a term that refers to more than 100 diseases and conditions that affect the joints. Full Article
i Are you getting enough sleep? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:01:00 -0400 Although it’s recommended that adults get seven to nine hours of sleep a night, NIOSH notes that multiple factors may contribute to workers being sleep-deprived. Full Article
i ‘Presenteeism’ and ‘leavism’: Bad for workers, bad for business By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Anyone who has gone to school or has a job has probably heard the term “absenteeism.” But what about “presenteeism” and “leavism”? Although not as widely talked about, both presenteeism and leavism can have serious health and safety repercussions for both workers and employers. Full Article
i Fatigue By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 We’ve all heard that adults should get seven to nine hours of sleep a day. Missing out on good sleep can negatively affect your productivity, cognitive performance, vigilance, accuracy and judgment. Full Article
i Impairment By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Impairment at work, whether from alcohol, marijuana or opioid use, is “a major roadblock to workplace safety, and the effects are more common than you think,” the National Safety Council says. Full Article
i Eating at your desk? Keep it safe By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Do you regularly eat at your desk? If so, you’ll want to make sure to “give bacteria the pink slip the next time you desktop dine,” the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says. Full Article
i Feeling stressed at work? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Increased workloads, long hours, layoffs, work-life balance – these are just some of the reasons why you might be feeling stressed at work. And you’re not alone: Results of a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association in January show that 84% of U.S. adults were experiencing at least one emotion associated with prolonged stress, including anxiousness, sadness and anger. Full Article
i Stress in the workplace By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, stress levels among many workers have been through the roof. Studies have shown that between caregiving duties, job responsibilities and more, employees are feeling overwhelmed. And stress has been linked to health conditions such as cardiovascular issues, depression and obesity. Full Article
i Shift work: Tips for dealing with fatigue By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 For employees who work rotating or night shifts, remaining alert can be especially challenging when the body’s circadian clock is compromised – that is, the body is active when it believes it should be resting. Full Article
i Recognize the signs of opioid misuse By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Opioid use disorder is defined by Johns Hopkins Medicine as a medical condition in which you’re unable to abstain from using opioids, and behaviors centered around opioid use that interfere with daily life. Full Article
i Quiz: Test your heart health IQ By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:38:00 -0500 February is Heart Health Month. Try this quiz. Full Article
i Address mental health in the workplace By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Take time this month – and all year round – to promote awareness of worker well-being. Full Article
i Recognize the signs of impairment By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2022 00:03:00 -0400 Alcohol, cannabis, prescription drugs, fatigue and mental distress can all cause impairment in the workplace. “Impairment risks are everyone’s responsibility,” the National Safety Council says. Full Article
i Keep your vision healthy By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Imagine for a moment that you’ve lost your ability to see, or that your sight has been significantly impaired. It’s a scary thought. However, you can take simple steps – starting today – to help keep your vision healthy, the National Eye Institute says. Full Article
i Working women and menopause: How employers can help By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Menopause, when a woman’s menstrual cycle stops permanently, typically occurs between age 45 and 55. According to the National Institutes of Health, it can last anywhere from seven to 14 years. Full Article
i Help reduce the stigma around workers’ mental health By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Sep 2022 00:04:00 -0400 Experts say employers need to make workers’ mental health as high of a priority as physical health. A big step in that process: confronting the stigma that often accompanies mental health disorders. Full Article
i Returning to work after a brain injury By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 After a brain injury, a person “may experience difficulty performing his or her job safely, or in the same manner,” according to the Brain Injury Association of America. “Some may find they need to find other employment, while others can request adaptions in their workplace to accommodate their new needs.” Full Article
i Stay hydrated when working in the heat By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Working outdoors in the heat puts you at risk of becoming dehydrated. But what exactly does that mean? Full Article