Do you know the difference between a hard hat and a helmet?

Muncie, IN — More than 1 out of 3 U.S. working adults aren’t getting enough sleep, and the prevalence of sleep deprivation has increased significantly since 2010, according to researchers from Ball State University.

Washington — The National Sleep Foundation is stressing the importance of being alert and well-rested behind the wheel, as road safety advocates prepare to recognize Drowsy Driving Prevention Week Nov. 3-10.

Washington — The Federal Railroad Administration is seeking comment on a proposed rule that would require certain railroads to develop and implement a fatigue risk management program as a component of their larger safety risk reduction programs.

Darien, IL — Promoting heathy sleep habits among health care workers is the goal of a new tip sheet from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

Washington — NIOSH is seeking public and interagency input on a proposed information-collecting project focused on assessing fatigue and fatigue management in onshore oil and gas extraction.

Montreal — Exposing night shift workers to bright light before work begins may improve their sleep, lessen fatigue and lead to fewer errors on the job.

Portland, OR — An “evidence-based program designed to help supervisors support their employees’ work-life balance and sleep health” is available from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences.

MS Fire Protection is said to provide a valuable launch point for Pye-Barker’s fire sprinkler operations in the Golden State’s Central Valley region.

Kevin Waters, an executive leadership consultant, helps executive and sales teams realign their focus and drive meaningful results. His TMA OPSTech keynote will be Nov. 11, 9 a.m. EST.

The acquisition of Vortex Security is said to increase Guardian Protection’s customer base primarily in its central Florida footprint.

Better Protection’s acquisition of DFS Fire Systems bolsters its national presence and enhances its fire protection services across the Southwest.

The group’s safety initiative is dedicated to changing these statistics by providing parents and guardians with a tool they can use to help protect their children.

Pimloc, an AI video privacy and redaction company, helps organizations balance privacy and security by providing advanced solutions for responsibly managing video data.

Produced with assistance from PSA, SIA’s guide offers insights and resources for pursuing a rewarding career in the security industry.

The Inverted-L Anchor Track System provides the perfect fall protection solution for vehicle and railcar applications.

The Miller AirCore Fall Protection Harness is designed with breathable, open-core padding technology to provide airflow while reducing heat and moisture entrapment.

Fall protection compliance remains a problem across the country. At the 2015 National Safety Council Congress & Expo in Atlanta, OSHA’s Fall Protection Standard (1926.501) was named the agency’s most frequently cited standard – for the fifth year in a row. What are the main barriers to compliance? And what are fall protection manufacturers doing to help?

The "Career Paths in Safety" brochure shows BCSP's 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, ASP, OHST, CHST, STS, STSC and CET.

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“Make every step a safe one!” Wooster Products is a USA manufacturer of anti-slip safety stair and walkway products. We offer stair treads, nosings, tape and coatings to improve safety in any environment. Our brand names include Stairmaster®, Flexmaster®, Supergrit®, FlexTred®, and Walk-A-Sured® Water Clear Epoxy. Visit www.wooster-products.com today.

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Although the type of garment/fabric is a contributing factor, research indicates that garments play a relatively minor role in reducing heat stress – especially when compared to work practices regarding proper hydration and rest breaks.

What are the implications of the new OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 regulation?

Why does two plus two often equal five when it comes to a layered personal protective equipment clothing system?

What are the common terms of protective apparel, and what do they mean?

How are safety managers stacking additional safety and productivity considerations with their hi-vis program?

How can utility workers best prepare for cold-weather conditions?

Considering the workforce can be very diverse, and the tasks performed are varied, what’s your biggest challenge in determining the appropriate gloves or arm protection (considering cut resistant factor) while maintaining comfort and dexterity for the worker?

Data analytics has a lot to offer on an industrial worksite from an efficiency, safety and cost-savings perspective. But, my employees are concerned with the level of data collection this requires and their privacy. How can I address this?

Print GHS labels quickly and easily with the UDO400 printer, equipped with preprinted professional red GHS diamonds.

Work-Tek Frac’er Composition Toe Boots are 11-inch-tall waterproof work boots that are ideal for the oil and gas industry. The upper is waterproof and flame-resistant.

Winter-Tuff lightweight and flexible ice traction products include hi-top and 10-inch boot styles that are injection-molded and 100-percent waterproof with 46 rust- and corrosion-resistant tungsten carbide studs for excellent slip resistance on ice and snowpack surfaces.

What do workers want from their foot protection? What do they need to know?

It can be easy to operate in the mindset that “bad things won’t happen to me on the job.” But when it comes to protecting your eyesight, stop for a moment and consider: Every day, 2,000 workplace eye injuries requiring medical attention occur, according to NIOSH.

Ideal for employees working at height, the Squids 3780S/3780L Power Tool Trap securely wraps around the battery portion of drills, impact drivers and other cordless power tools while boasting a fully cast D-ring connection point to safely and easily attach a lanyard.

The Tools at Height Tethered Tool Program includes more than 1,000 tools designed for work being performed at height or anywhere dropped or lost tools are a concern.

A new series of four disinfectant sprayers are designed to quickly and effectively apply water-based Environmental Protection Agency List N disinfectants, sanitizers and deodorizers.

The newly designed Roly safety gate protects people and products with a high-strength, high-visibility netting system on the ledge side gate that prevents products from falling from elevated storage systems.

To address fire door deficiencies in various work settings, use this 13-point inspection and repair process to ensure compliance with NFPA 80 standards.

The “Career Paths in Safety” brochure shows BCSP’s 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, ASP, OHST, CHST, STS, STSC and CET.

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Howard Leight FirmFit^TM Earplugs are firm foam reinvented with more comfort and more protection. Workers who prefer firm foam earplugs deserve the best. Because the more comfortable the earplug, the longer they’ll wear it. FirmFit – so soft your workers will want to wear them all day long. Try FirmFit today.

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PIP’s ANSI Class 3 Ripstop Premium Plus Bomber Jacket is designed with our exclusive Ripstop Polyester 300 D coated waterproof outer shell that features taped seams, a hideaway hood and a removable fleece liner to maximize multi-seasonal use. Comes standard with integrated watertight D-ring access and seven pockets, including special pockets for ID and radio/cell.

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Whitewater, WI – One-third of residential construction contractors who participated in a recent study said their firms lacked written safety programs, according to researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

Phoenix – The Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health believes OSHA will reject the state’s residential construction fall protection standard, and has scheduled free classes on complying with federal fall protection requirements.

St. Louis – In an effort to help residential construction workers stay safe, a new website is providing details on fall protection methods and equipment.

Silver Spring, MD — As the use of solar energy panels continues to increase, Prevention through Design methods may help keep contractors safe during installation of the panels on small residential buildings, according to a recent report from the Center for Construction Research and Training, also known as CPWR.

Tumwater, WA — The Washington State Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation Program has published three new narratives in Spanish.

Providing protection against flash fire and arc flash, ArcLite Air Multi-Hazard Protective Outerwear is ideal for workers at gas and electric utilities.

The Eclipse line of protective clothing features Thermo-Grid technology that helps block out heat energy.

GORE FR Apparel is a new line of FR foul-weather outerwear designed to meet the demanding needs of oil and gas workers.

After Safety+Health reached out to experts in the protective clothing industry, two things became clear: Protective clothing manufacturers are always striving to improve worker safety, and comfort is king.