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New for firefighters: A guide for talking with doctors

Greenbelt, MD — A newly published guide is intended to help firefighters talk with their health care provider about the unique health risks they face on the job.




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Smarter Security’s Mid-Height Turnstiles Exceed ADA Compliance

This speed gate introduces modern technological features, refined aesthetics, and expanded lane options to meet the constantly evolving demands for modern security entry control projects.




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Altronix Supplies Uninterrupted Power for Critical Security Systems

Circ1ATS ensures continuous power delivery, making it ideal for environments where downtime is not an option.




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Dahua Technology Brings Video Intercom to Apartments

In the case of upgrading or installing the intercom system in old residences, installers do not need to rewire.




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AXIS Thermal Camera’s Protect Perimeters Regardless of Weather or Lighting

This robust, halogen-free thermal camera provides users with both reliable and consistent detection and verification at all hours of the day, regardless of weather or lighting conditions.




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Alcatraz AI’s Facial Authentication is Water & Dust Resistant

Alcatraz AI has launched Rock X, an indoor and outdoor biometric security and access control solution.




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Sentry Enterprises Reduces Employee Identity Fraud Risk

Sentry Enterprises has launched SentryCard360 to address the escalating risks of employee identity fraud, including the rise of new hire bait & switch schemes.




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DOT proposes oral fluid drug testing as an alternative method

Washington — The Department of Transportation has issued a proposed rule that would revise industry drug testing protocol by adding oral fluid testing as an alternative to urine testing for commercial motor vehicle operators and workers in other safety-sensitive transportation positions.




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DOT to include oral fluid option as alternative drug-testing method

Washington — The Department of Transportation has approved oral fluid drug testing as an alternative to urine testing for truck drivers and workers in other safety-sensitive transportation positions.




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FDA approves another over-the-counter spray for treating opioid overdose

Washington — The approval of a second over-the-counter naloxone nasal spray for emergency treatment of a known or suspected opioid overdose is a “game-changer” for its lifesaving potential, the National Safety Council says.




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MIOSHA launches emphasis program on exterior building contractors

Lansing, MI – Michigan OSHA has launched a Local Emphasis Program targeting enforcement activities on industries that recently have experienced an increase in injuries and illnesses.




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Just what the computer ordered

Need help figuring out the right treatment plan for an injured worker? There may be an app for that.




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VA offers ‘Exposure Ed’ app for military veterans

A new mobile app from the Department of Veterans Affairs aims to help health care providers deliver information about chemical, physical and environmental hazards that military veterans may have encountered during service.




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NIOSH updates Sound Level Meter app

Washington — NIOSH has released an updated version of its free Sound Level Meter app, designed to measure noise exposure in the workplace.




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CEDIA Breaks Ground on New Global Headquarters

CEDIA broke ground on November 8th for its new global headquarters in Fishers, Ind.




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Resistance Is Futile: Interactive Services Are Here to Stay

What is really driving this boom is the way these products and networks are starting to play together, allowing people to add what they want with whatever system they already have and control everything with one app.




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Households Want Contract-Free Interactive Services, Home Automation

According to Parks Associates’ consumer study “360 View: Residential Security,” remote monitoring and no long-term commitment are key factors to attract new security customers.




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Doordeck Joins PSIA Board to Promote Access Control Interoperability

Doordeck, a leader in smartphone NFC keyless entry, has joined the PSIA board, enhancing the push for industry-wide integration and interoperability.




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Altronix Partners With LiftMaster on Door Control Solutions

This collaboration combines Altronix’s advanced power distribution with LiftMaster’s CAP2D Smart Access Controllers, resulting in new pre-configured kits designed to support up to 16 door systems from a single enclosure.




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Allegion Announces Pure Access Cloud Integration With TagMaster NA RFID Reader

Allegion’s Pure Access Cloud software provides a complete access control platform allowing for full installation, administration and management of its access control hardware.




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Intercoms, Entry Control & the Importance of Including Video

Intercom and entry control solutions are likened to that of a three-legged stool: one leg is the access control, another the audio communication, and the third is video.




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How Tech Trends Are Shaping Enterprise Access Control

Industry experts weigh in on the end user expectations and megatrends — like the cloud and AI — that are shaping the enterprise-level access control space.




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Interim policy allows limited use of pre-2012-compliant hazcom labels

Washington – An OSHA interim policy issued May 29 allows limited continued use of hazard communication labels that are not yet in compliance with the revised Hazard Communication Standard released in 2012.




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Know how to react in an active shooter situation

An active shooter situation is a worst-case scenario many people don’t want to think about, but it’s important to be prepared. The Department of Homeland Security notes that active shooter situations often evolve quickly. Would you know what to do?




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Seagate & QNAP Collaborate on Edge to Cloud Enterprise-Scale Storage Solutions

Developed to help small-to-medium sized businesses (SMBs) and content creators manage data from edge to cloud, the portfolio delivers a range of enterprise-scale solutions.




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Rapid Response: First Third-Party Monitoring Center to Receive UL Listing for AVS-01

Rapid Response fully deployed AVS-01 on Jan. 15, following two years of preparation and four months of beta testing.  




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National Monitoring Center Secures Updated TMA Installation Quality Certification

Being IQ-certified formally recognizes a company’s dedication to saving lives and to reducing false alarms.




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Immix Introduces AI-Driven Solution for Monitoring Center AutoPatrol

In the event that an anomaly is detected, the AutoPatrol and video analysis will be raised to a human operator to determine the next action to be taken.




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Xtract One Enhances Security for MSG Entertainment’s Venues

Offering an efficient and effective security solution for patron ingress is essential, and with the implementation of Xtract One’s SmartGateway, these venues have enhanced security and operational efficiency while maintaining a welcoming environment.




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HID Helps BMA International Address POS Fraud With Optical Fingerprint Readers

BMA International and its technology partner, Technowave International LLC, determined that the HID DigitalPersona 4500 Fingerprint Reader met all their requirements.




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RGB Spectrum Helps New Iberia Police Build a Real-Time Crime Center

At the core of the RTCC is RGB Spectrum’s Zio W4000 video wall processor. The feature-rich Zio W4000 supports 4K 60Hz resolution end-to-end and accommodates a mix of local baseband, IP video, and web-based inputs.




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Active Shooter/Active Threat: Are You Prepared?

Featuring actionable tips and insights from our experts, this white paper will help you take a proactive approach to handling an active shooter emergency, such as conducting a threat assessment, creating an emergency action plan, training employees and more.




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How Businesses Keep Workers Safe During Natural Disasters

Because natural disasters can result in significant loss of life and property, it’s incumbent not only on individuals and homeowners to prepare to respond, but also on businesses to have response plans in place.




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SIF: Serious Injury or Fatality Incident Determination and Reporting Guidelines

A serious injury or fatality event is an incident or near miss that has the potential to, or does, result in a fatal or life-altering injury or illness. By identifying SIFs, organizations can focus injury prevention initiatives where they matter most.




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Study links on-the-job noise exposure to high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol

Cincinnati — Workers exposed to loud noise on the job are at increased risk for hypertension and high cholesterol – key risk factors for heart disease – according to a recent study from NIOSH.




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Study links occupational hearing loss to faster aging of auditory system

Montreal — Noise exposure in the workplace can accelerate presbycusis – the normal loss of hearing as a result of aging – according to a literature review conducted by researchers at the Canadian scientific research organization IRSST.




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International Space Station acoustics subgroup wins NIOSH’s annual Safe-in-Sound award

Miramar Beach, FL — The Multilateral Medical Operations Panel Acoustics Sub-Working Group for the International Space Station is the recipient of the 2020 NIOSH Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Award.




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COVID-19 pandemic: CDC issues interim cleaning, disinfection recommendations after exposure

Washington — In light of emerging data on the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released interim environmental cleaning and disinfection recommendations for community facilities with suspected or confirmed cases of the potentially deadly respiratory illness.




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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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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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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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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: 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: 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.