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NIOSH: Police officers, firefighters have highest rate of suicide

Morgantown, WV – Workplace suicides are on the rise, and workers in protective services – such as firefighters and police officers – have the highest rate, according to recent research from NIOSH.




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Young, Hispanic construction workers at higher risk of injury: report

Washington – Hispanic immigrants who work for small construction firms are among the most at risk of being injured on the job, according to NIOSH and the American Society of Safety Engineers.




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NIOSH injury database now available to public

Washington – NIOSH has made one of its injury databases available to the public, allowing users to create national estimates on a variety of nonfatal occupational injuries.




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Prevent back pain

From cases of mild discomfort to severe cases that may be debilitating, many workers have experienced some form of back pain. Knowing how to protect your back and following proper lifting techniques can help prevent this kind of injury.




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Avoid occupational back injuries

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, musculoskeletal disorders accounted for 33 percent of all workplace injuries and illnesses requiring days away from work in 2011.




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RAD Announces Analytic Featuring Improved Firearm Detection Speed & Accuracy

Pricing details will be made available to RAD’s dealer channel and clients upon request.




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From Surveillance to Safety & Other Niche Jobs for IP Cameras

IP cameras, especially those paired with AI, are in a prime position to capture some of the market growth in safety and other specialized applications.




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Huffmaster Partners With Elite Fire Safety for Remote Camera Monitoring

As part of the collaboration, Huffmaster will deploy Elite Fire Safety’s new  Remote Tactical Surveillance Units (RTSUs) across the United States. 




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Successful Video Monitoring Practices: From Customer to CS and Back

In remote video monitoring, best practices at the customer premises lead to successful outcomes at the central station.




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Milestone Reunifies With Arcules in Move to Lead AI-Powered VSaaS Market

Based in Irvine, Calif., Arcules was spun out from Copenhagen-based Milestone in 2017. 




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Essential Cybersecurity Advice for Video Surveillance Teams

Experts in the know explain the critical need for cybersecurity training and education for security integrators in video surveillance, detailing best practices for building awareness, training staff on protocols, and fostering a culture of security within organization.




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Middle Atlantic Partners With Control Concepts Supported Product Program

The decision to join this program highlights the mutual commitment that both companies share in supporting AV programmers to ensure clients' needs are met while completing projects reliably and efficiently.




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How Video Analytics Is Elevating Public Safety

Industry insiders explain how advanced video analytics technology is transforming central monitoring stations, enhancing public safety, and improving collaboration with law enforcement and emergency responders.




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Lumeo Unveils AI Search & Analytics Using Generative AI Models

With the growth of video content across various industries, Lumeo said the ability to efficiently analyze and derive insights from this data is crucial.




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SD Cards in IP Video: A Reliable Backup & Hybrid Storage Solution

The critical job that SD cards play in video edge storage — either in a primary or secondary role — can’t be overstated.




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Renova Technology Extends Lifecycle Support for IDIS Americas Products

Under this initiative, Renova Technology will support products that are no longer covered under warranty.




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Milestone Systems Announces XProtect 2024 R1 Update

XProtect 2024 R1 introduces new capabilities aimed at enhancing cybersecurity and ensuring compliance.




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Teledyne FLIR Announces Drone Promotion for First-Responders

SIRAS drones are engineered for data security, performance, and affordability, making them the ideal choice for public safety, firefighting, and search and rescue missions, according to the announcement.




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How Cloud Video Security Is Changing the Face of Mobile Operations

 The mobile-first approach of VSaaS aligns perfectly with the growing trend of remote work and distributed teams.




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Pimloc Integrates to Eagle Eye Video API Platform

The integration is particularly valuable for organizations that need to quickly respond to Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, and Right of Access (ROA) requests.




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Exploring the Cloud Advantage for Small Business Surveillance

A panel of industry insiders discuss how cloud-based video surveillance systems provide cost efficiency, scalability and enhanced operational benefits for small businesses.




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The Axis open platform: An invitation to innovation

Physical security systems need to be nimble to counter a changing threat landscape.




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How Body-Worn Cameras Are Breaking Boundaries

Body-worn cameras are reshaping security by integrating with broader systems, harnessing AI-driven features for enhanced video management, and offering new opportunities for security integrators to meet evolving demands.




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LVT Launches New Command Center

The VSaaS solution, now available in beta, includes a new user experience that reduces the time needed to make informed response decisions.




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The Power of Thermal Analytics & AI for Robust Perimeter Protection

By combining thermal analytics, geospatial capabilities and AI-enabled solutions, integrators can now achieve real-time, proactive and reliable outdoor security.




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Genetec Launches New Collaborative Intelligence Feature for AutoVu Cloudrunner

Collaborative intelligence facilitates the sharing of ALPR data between partnered organizations such as local police departments, private businesses, and community groups.




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Wasabi Partners With Johnson Controls to Offer Cloud Storage for Video Surveillance

According to the announcement, the combination of Wasabi and Johnson Controls’ technology brings organizations a fully integrated cloud storage and VMS solution with the added security of Wasabi’s immutable buckets.




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IDIS Launches AI-Powered VMS Solution

IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, has launched IDIS Solution Suite (ISS) VMS.




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VIVOTEK Partners With PDK to Integrate Cloud Surveillance With Access Control

With thousands of systems managing tens of thousands of doors for a base of loyal customers, VIVOTEK said PDK delivers an unparalleled user experience as well as the highest levels of security, safety, and data privacy.




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Genetec Helps Law Enforcement Securely Share Vehicle Data

The new evidence-sharing functionality will be included for all Cloudrunner customers, with no additional licensing required. Upon activation, subscribers will also receive six-month access to all Clearance functionalities.




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i-PRO Announces PTZ Cameras With AI Analytics

Built for extreme weather and environmental conditions, the new Aero PTZ cameras support up to 4K resolution and feature AI-driven analytics.




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RAD-M’s ROAMEO Achieves Level 5 Autonomous Navigation

ROAMEO Gen4 is a fully autonomous mobile security patrol robot, with a 360-degree field of view, high-resolution cameras, and advanced AI analytics based on AITX’s proprietary AIR technology.




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Integrators’ Role in Tackling the Evolving Shoplifting Crisis

Dive into how systems integrators can leverage advanced video analytics to enhance retail security and proactively combat the evolving challenges of shoplifting.




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FACEValue: Highway line painter dies after being struck by vehicle

On the day of the incident, a 52-year-old foreman employed by a roadway painting and safety company was killed when he was struck by a car.




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FACEValue: Worker falls 18 feet from wet roof, dies

A 50-year-old roofer died when he fell 18 feet from a residential roof.




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FACEValue: Worker killed in trench collapse

A 29-year-old construction worker was killed when the trench he was in collapsed.




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FACEValue: Farm mechanic dies after plasma torch explosion

A 46-year-old farm mechanic was killed in a plasma torch explosion.




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FACEValue: Worker crushed by forklift

A 45-year-old warehouse dock coordinator at a water bottling company died after he was crushed by the forks of an automated laser-guided vehicle.




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FACEValue: Dump truck operator fatally electrocuted by high-voltage line

A 61-year-old dump truck owner-operator was electrocuted when his vehicle came in contact with an overhead power line.




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FACEValue: Tower climbers killed when cell tower collapses; firefighter dies in rescue attempt

On the day of the incident, two tower climbers were killed when a 340-foot cellular tower collapsed during upgrading and construction activities.




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FACEValue: Police officer drowns in floodwaters

About 9 p.m. on the day of the incident, a 45-year-old police officer on patrol drove into floodwater that had overtaken the road.




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FACEValue: Worker dies in crash after texting while driving

A medical information technology consultant was driving in the far-right lane of a six-lane interstate when he crashed his vehicle.




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FACEValue: Truck driver dies after air release from tire failure

A 61-year-old truck driver died after he was thrown back onto a concrete floor when air was released from a pressurized tire sidewall failure.




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FACEValue: Equipment operator dies after zero-turn mower overturns

A 57-year-old equipment operator was killed while mowing grass at a municipality-owned pump station.




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FACEValue: Gutter installer dies after falling from roof

On the day of the incident, the owner of a gutter and siding installation company and his 47-year-old employee were installing guards on the existing gutters of a two-story home. The owner of the company did not provide fall protection, and the victim was not wearing any.




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FACEValue: Public works foreman dies after falling from dump truck

A 59-year-old foreman for a municipal public works department died after falling from the tailgate of a dump truck. The department had no comprehensive safety and health program.




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FACEValue: Technician crushed inside storage machine

A certified field technician was killed after he climbed into a mechanical vertical storage unit to make repairs.




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FACEValue: Pipefitter killed by pressurized PVC pipe

A 49-year-old subcontracting pipefitter was hit in the chest and knocked backward by a pressurized 12-inch diameter vertical section of a polyvinyl chloride pipe during a hydrostatic pressure test of a fire suppression system.




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FACEValue: Worker dies after falling through skylight

A 20-year-old plasterer or drywall installer died after falling through a 24-by-48-inch plastic bubble-covered skylight.




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FACE Report: Worker electrocuted while replacing light fixture

A 28-year-old lighting technician, employed three weeks with a staffing agency and with no electrical trade experience, was electrocuted while working on an energized lighting fixture.