ter New for firefighters: A guide for talking with doctors By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Smarter Security’s Mid-Height Turnstiles Exceed ADA Compliance By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Altronix Supplies Uninterrupted Power for Critical Security Systems By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400 Circ1ATS ensures continuous power delivery, making it ideal for environments where downtime is not an option. Full Article
ter Dahua Technology Brings Video Intercom to Apartments By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400 In the case of upgrading or installing the intercom system in old residences, installers do not need to rewire. Full Article
ter AXIS Thermal Camera’s Protect Perimeters Regardless of Weather or Lighting By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Alcatraz AI’s Facial Authentication is Water & Dust Resistant By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 Alcatraz AI has launched Rock X, an indoor and outdoor biometric security and access control solution. Full Article
ter Sentry Enterprises Reduces Employee Identity Fraud Risk By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Sentry Enterprises has launched SentryCard360 to address the escalating risks of employee identity fraud, including the rise of new hire bait & switch schemes. Full Article
ter DOT proposes oral fluid drug testing as an alternative method By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter DOT to include oral fluid option as alternative drug-testing method By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter FDA approves another over-the-counter spray for treating opioid overdose By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter MIOSHA launches emphasis program on exterior building contractors By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Just what the computer ordered By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 Need help figuring out the right treatment plan for an injured worker? There may be an app for that. Full Article
ter VA offers ‘Exposure Ed’ app for military veterans By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ter NIOSH updates Sound Level Meter app By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — NIOSH has released an updated version of its free Sound Level Meter app, designed to measure noise exposure in the workplace. Full Article
ter CEDIA Breaks Ground on New Global Headquarters By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 CEDIA broke ground on November 8th for its new global headquarters in Fishers, Ind. Full Article
ter Resistance Is Futile: Interactive Services Are Here to Stay By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Mar 2018 07:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ter Households Want Contract-Free Interactive Services, Home Automation By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 09 May 2018 14:57:14 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Doordeck Joins PSIA Board to Promote Access Control Interoperability By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:43:02 -0400 Doordeck, a leader in smartphone NFC keyless entry, has joined the PSIA board, enhancing the push for industry-wide integration and interoperability. Full Article
ter Altronix Partners With LiftMaster on Door Control Solutions By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:15:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Allegion Announces Pure Access Cloud Integration With TagMaster NA RFID Reader By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Allegion’s Pure Access Cloud software provides a complete access control platform allowing for full installation, administration and management of its access control hardware. Full Article
ter Intercoms, Entry Control & the Importance of Including Video By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter How Tech Trends Are Shaping Enterprise Access Control By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Interim policy allows limited use of pre-2012-compliant hazcom labels By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jun 2015 05:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Know how to react in an active shooter situation By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 May 2017 00:02:00 -0400 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? Full Article
ter Seagate & QNAP Collaborate on Edge to Cloud Enterprise-Scale Storage Solutions By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Rapid Response: First Third-Party Monitoring Center to Receive UL Listing for AVS-01 By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2024 10:26:49 -0400 Rapid Response fully deployed AVS-01 on Jan. 15, following two years of preparation and four months of beta testing. Full Article
ter National Monitoring Center Secures Updated TMA Installation Quality Certification By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:30:00 -0400 Being IQ-certified formally recognizes a company’s dedication to saving lives and to reducing false alarms. Full Article
ter Immix Introduces AI-Driven Solution for Monitoring Center AutoPatrol By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Xtract One Enhances Security for MSG Entertainment’s Venues By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter HID Helps BMA International Address POS Fraud With Optical Fingerprint Readers By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 BMA International and its technology partner, Technowave International LLC, determined that the HID DigitalPersona 4500 Fingerprint Reader met all their requirements. Full Article
ter RGB Spectrum Helps New Iberia Police Build a Real-Time Crime Center By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Active Shooter/Active Threat: Are You Prepared? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ter How Businesses Keep Workers Safe During Natural Disasters By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter SIF: Serious Injury or Fatality Incident Determination and Reporting Guidelines By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Study links on-the-job noise exposure to high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Study links occupational hearing loss to faster aging of auditory system By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ter International Space Station acoustics subgroup wins NIOSH’s annual Safe-in-Sound award By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ter COVID-19 pandemic: CDC issues interim cleaning, disinfection recommendations after exposure By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter NIOSH: Police officers, firefighters have highest rate of suicide By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter Huffmaster Partners With Elite Fire Safety for Remote Camera Monitoring By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:36:46 -0400 As part of the collaboration, Huffmaster will deploy Elite Fire Safety’s new Remote Tactical Surveillance Units (RTSUs) across the United States. Full Article
ter LVT Launches New Command Center By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 The VSaaS solution, now available in beta, includes a new user experience that reduces the time needed to make informed response decisions. Full Article
ter The Power of Thermal Analytics & AI for Robust Perimeter Protection By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:49:38 -0400 By combining thermal analytics, geospatial capabilities and AI-enabled solutions, integrators can now achieve real-time, proactive and reliable outdoor security. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Highway line painter dies after being struck by vehicle By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Farm mechanic dies after plasma torch explosion By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 A 46-year-old farm mechanic was killed in a plasma torch explosion. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Tower climbers killed when cell tower collapses; firefighter dies in rescue attempt By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500 On the day of the incident, two tower climbers were killed when a 340-foot cellular tower collapsed during upgrading and construction activities. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Police officer drowns in floodwaters By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Worker dies in crash after texting while driving By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 A medical information technology consultant was driving in the far-right lane of a six-lane interstate when he crashed his vehicle. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Truck driver dies after air release from tire failure By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Equipment operator dies after zero-turn mower overturns By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400 A 57-year-old equipment operator was killed while mowing grass at a municipality-owned pump station. Full Article
ter FACEValue: Gutter installer dies after falling from roof By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article