Washington — The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement has issued a proposed rule that would codify existing agency practice concerning the review and approval of projects proposing to use “new or unusual technology.”

Washington — In response to the death of a drillship worker who lacked formal training on using a hydraulic torque wrench, the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement has issued a safety alert.

Washington — A new report concludes that offshore oil and gas operations have become safer since the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster, but it finds “little evidence” that the industry is working together on improving safety culture.

Washington — NIOSH wants to hear from employers and workers involved in oil well servicing and drilling operations for a study exploring motor vehicle safety.

How can leading indicators and analytics be used to mitigate risk and reduce employee injuries and illnesses?

A 27-year-old emergency medical technician was killed when the ambulance she was riding in struck an elevated train track support beam. The victim worked for an independent ambu-lance service that had been operating for 45 years

Studies from the Washington-based National Sleep Foundation indicate that about one-quarter of shiftworkers have had a traffic accident or close call in the past year.

Keep these tips in mind to stay safe when driving.

Cell phone use has become part of the culture we live in, but no phone call or text is worth a life.

Every year, motor vehicle crashes cost employers $60 billion in medical care, legal expenses, property damage and lost productivity, according to a white paper from OSHA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety.

Backing vehicles and equipment are a serious occupational hazard. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that, of the 443 struck-by fatalities at road construction sites between 2003 and 2010, 143 cases involved a vehicle or mobile equipment backing up.

About 100 people die every day on roadways due to preventable motor vehicle crashes.

Many employees begin and end their workday in parking lots, but they may overlook the potential dangers of the area.

Although you can’t control the actions of other drivers, you can be a defensive driver.

Are you worried about your employees driving distracted or using their cell phone behind the wheel?

Construction sites are busy and full of potential dangers. One of these dangers is struck-by incidents. In 2013, more than 17,100 construction workers were injured – and 84 workers died – in struck-by incidents, according to the 2016 edition of the chartbook “Injury Facts,” produced by the National Safety Council.

Driving on busy, crowded roadways can be stressful. But aggressive driving is never the answer.

Older drivers bring knowledge and experience to the workplace. By 2020, 25 percent of workers in the United States will be 55 or older. But this group is not without risk. According to NIOSH, motor vehicle crashes account for 32 percent of all work-related deaths among workers 55 or older.

Fifteen-passenger vans can move multiple workers from one location to the next in one vehicle, cutting transportation costs. But it’s important to know that these vehicles present serious hazards.

You might not realize it, but driving to and from work may be one of the most dangerous things you do every day.

In 2017, 132 workers died in roadway work zone crashes, according to WorkZoneSafety.org.

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of workplace death. Preliminary estimates released in May by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show a 1.2% decrease in motor vehicle-related deaths in 2019 from the previous year.

Do you carpool to work or use a ride-hailing service? Or maybe you’re a ride-share driver? To help protect you from contracting COVID-19 or spreading it to your fellow commuters, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers the following tips.

Transportation-related incidents accounted for 49,430 on-the-job injuries in 2019, according to Injury Facts, a National Safety Council statistics database. One reason for these injuries? Workers who are driving distracted. 

Quick quiz: Your vehicle is in the middle of an intersection when you see and hear an ambulance approaching. What should you do? Stop, or keep driving through?

Landscaping companies and many other businesses use trailers. Make it a safe trip when towing a trailer by following these tips from the Texas Department of Insurance.

Because of their high center of gravity, dump trucks can easily become unstable and tip over.

If you’re responsible for purchasing or leasing passenger vehicles for worker use, NIOSH says you need to consider two factors to help ensure safety.

At least eight people are killed every day in distracted driving-related crashes. That’s according to the National Safety Council, which observes Distracted Driving Awareness Month every April.

How often have you found yourself driving behind a large truck or bus? It’s a pretty common occurrence. What many drivers forget, though, is that truck and bus drivers have blind spots all around their large vehicles.

It’s unpleasant to think about, but it happens: Vehicles get submerged in water. If it happened to you, would you know what to do?

Milestone Systems held press meetings during the opening day of ISC West, April 10, for timely discussions on balancing technology innovation and responsibility.

Clint Choate of Snap One is uniquely positioned to enlighten security dealers and other stakeholders about industry trends. Ahead he addresses emerging technologies, changing clients expectations and much more.

SDM editors share thoughts on their ISC West 2024 experience, plus check out a gallery of images from the exhibit hall and ancillary goings-on during the big show.

Leading security dealers and integrators explain the essential strategies and insights that drive success in the realm of recurring monthly revenue.

Your company’s ability to meet market demand depends on its access to skilled labor in the field. That is a current challenge with low unemployment and ongoing skilled labor shortages. 

The FTC's new rule has triggered a lawsuit from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, raising concerns about legal costs and economic impact on businesses.

Verkada’s newly released 2024 State of Cloud Physical Security report is based on insights from IT and physical security leaders across various sectors.

Key insights from the PSA TEC 2024 "State of the Industry" panel, where industry leaders discussed trends in AI adoption, private equity investment, regulatory challenges and strategies for workforce development in the security sector.

This year’s Electronic Security Expo (ESX) was held June 4-6 in Louisville, Ky., at the Kentucky International Convention Center. The event was host to education sessions, networking events and — of course — the expo floor.

A Parks Associates white paper reveals that most residential security owners prioritize fast and reliable response times when choosing their systems, while highlighting the challenges and innovations security providers face to meet these expectations.

Zenitel said it is excited to participate in the Audio Streaming Profile Working Group that will define an ONVIF profile for the interfaces and communications mechanisms for configuring and integrating audio speakers and intercom devices.

Commissioned by Eagle Eye Networks, the survey found that a federal mandate was preferred by 56 percent of parents, 29 percent wanted a community-level requirement, and 11 percent favored a school district mandate.  

The Paxton Tech Tour is a free half-day commercial and technical experience that gives security installers and integrators an opportunity to see live product demos and get hands-on with Paxton’s extensive product line.

Adopting Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) in the security industry enhances scalability, flexibility, and business opportunities for installers while generating recurring revenue and offering greater value beyond traditional security solutions.

Applying for the SIA RISE Scholarship is open to SIA student members and employees of SIA member companies in North America who are part of the SIA RISE community.

Despite a slight dip in the overall Security Market Index, the majority of industry leaders, especially integrators, express optimism about current business conditions.

With the rapid spread of AI products and services, i-PRO said there has been a worldwide demand for companies to utilize AI responsibly.

The latest survey was conducted before the Federal Reserve announced that it would reduce interest rates by a half-point.

Seattle alarm companies were given just two weeks' notice that, starting October 1, the police department will no longer respond to unverified intrusion alarms.