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Full-feature protection eyewear

Denali SG-56 full-feature protective eyewear features a lifetime frame warranty and replaceable lenses.




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Protective eyewear series

The SecureFit Protective Eyewear 400 Series features 3M Pressure Diffusion Temple Technology, soft adjustable nose pads and dual-injected temples.




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Face protection system

With patented and patent-pending features, the Turboshield face protection system delivers superior comfort for longer wear, the easiest visor exchange available, improved protection and optimal balance when worn with a hard hat.




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Non-slip protective eyewear

The Reaper protective eyewear is available in glasses or goggle style.




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Lightweight eye protection

With a lightweight, rimless frame, the Bullseye has a trendy design with a lens treatment to fit multiple applications.




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Trends in ... eye protection

In 2011, 5,170 eye injuries involving cases with days away from work occurred in the manufacturing industry, according to the 2014 edition of the National Safety Council’s “Injury Facts.”




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Changes to federal worker disability program under debate

Washington – The Department of Labor claims proposed changes to its Federal Employees’ Compensation Act program would create a more equitable system, but some experts at a July 10 House hearing warned that the changes could drastically affect injured federal workers.




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DHS needs ‘holistic approach’ to worker health: report

Washington – The Department of Homeland Security should develop a strategy that addresses physical, emotional and mental health to help workers within the department better deal with job-related stress, concludes a report from the Institute of Medicine.




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OSHA launches safety certification program for public workers

Washington – Local and state government workers can now receive training through a new OSHA certificate program that aims to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses and deaths.




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Correctional officer safety bill on president’s desk

Washington – A bi-partisan bill to increase safety protections for correctional officers has passed both the House and Senate and is awaiting the president’s signature to become law.




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Safety and health concerns high among Nebraska prison workers, survey shows

Lincoln, NE – Nebraska prison officials need to address inmate violence against employees – as well as the overall safety culture – in the state’s correctional facilities, according to the results of a survey of correctional workers released June 1 by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.




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Massachusetts House passes bill to extend OSHA protections to public employees

Boston – Massachusetts is closer to extending OSHA protections to an estimated 400,000 public workers after the state’s House on Oct. 25 voted unanimously in favor of a bill (H. 3952) that boosts safety standards for all state and municipal government employees.




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President-elect Joe Biden taps former OSHA head for COVID-19 advisory board

Washington — Former OSHA administrator David Michaels is among three new members named to President-elect Joe Biden’s Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board, Biden’s transition team announced in a Nov. 28 press release.




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Zing Green Safety Products

ZING® GHS SDS compliance and training products help companies prepare for the Globally Harmonized System(GHS) that aligns the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard with the new global system for the classification and labeling of chemicals. Products include a complete selection of training stations, binders and signage, and posters – all made with eco-friendly materials.

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Wooster Products Inc.

Make every step a safe one. NITEGLOW® photoluminescent anti-slip stair nosings and treads help prevent slips and falls and eliminate costly law suits. Nosings can be used indoor and outdoor on all types of steps, existing and new. They are code compliant, long lasting and high quality. Visit www.wooster-products.com today.

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Protective Industrial Products Inc.

Stay visible and safe at heights with PIP’s ANSI Class 2 hi-viz vest, with “D” ring access on the back. Available in yellow or orange, this vest has 2-inch two-tone tape, a zipper closure, internal pockets and mic tabs. Ideal for construction workers, survey crews, bridge and road workers, railway/metro workers, and emergency responders.

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Honeywell Safety Products

Oliver footwear stands for quality, comfort and protection. Oliver is the professional and safety footwear brand that brings its unique history of superior craftsmanship and experience of the most extreme working conditions to design the ultimate combination of rugged and comfortable work boots so workers can conquer any challenge their jobs may bring.

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Sedentary lifestyles proving a pain during the pandemic, survey finds

New York — The average U.S. adult now spends six hours a day sitting – four hours longer than before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic – and they’re feeling more aches and pains because of it, results of a recent survey show.




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Knees, back and shoulders the focus of new MSD prevention posters

Waterloo, Ontario — A Canadian safety group has added three posters – focused on reducing the risk of MSD injuries in the knees, shoulders and lower back – to its musculoskeletal injury prevention resource library.




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Washington State House advances bill aimed at protecting workers from ergo injuries

Olympia, WA — Legislation that would restore Washington state regulations requiring employers to establish practices intended to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders was approved by the state House on Feb. 15.




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NSC summit equips organizations with solutions to prevent MSDs

Itasca, IL — In another effort to help organizations prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders, the National Safety Council’s MSD Solutions Lab conducted its inaugural MSD Pledge: Small Business Summit on Oct. 13.




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‘Brainstorm’ e-tool targets sprain and strain hazards

Tumwater, WA — Preventing sprains and strains on the job is the aim of a new online tool from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.




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NSC summit highlights employer-worker collaboration on MSD prevention

Itasca, IL — The vast majority of the organizations that took the National Safety Council’s MSD Pledge receive regular feedback from frontline workers about reducing work-related musculoskeletal disorders.




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‘Work shouldn’t hurt’: Resources for MSD prevention

Waterloo, Ontario — The University of Waterloo’s Centre of Research Expertise for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders recently released three collections of resources focused on preventing MSDs.




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NSC releases report on MSD prevention benchmarking survey

Itasca, IL — Improving methods of tracking musculoskeletal disorders, continuously monitoring and assessing physical risk factors, and sharing best practices can help workplace MSD prevention programs have real impact.




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Doing this may help prevent repetitive-motion muscle fatigue

Calgary, Alberta — Workers performing repetitive manual tasks can avoid muscle fatigue by taking short breaks every 10 minutes, researchers say.




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New video shows ways cobots could help prevent MSDs

Genoa, Italy — A new video from the Italian Institute of Technology showcases potential uses of collaborative robots, or cobots, to help prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders.




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Accommodate all workers to prevent MSDs: NSC report

Washington — “If it isn’t equitable, it’s not ergonomic.” Paige DeBaylo, research manager at the National Safety Council MSD Solutions Lab, offered that insight during a July 11 webinar discussing a recently published NSC report.




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Head protection

Built with injection-molded fiberglass, the Roughneck P1A from Fibre-Metal offers heavy-duty head protection featuring our patented SuperEight suspension and a full-brim design for added protection and comfort.




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Trends in ... head/face protection

Head and face injuries can be as minor as a scratch on the cheek or a small bump on the head, or as devastating as a traumatic brain injury. No matter the severity, any head injury is one too many.




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Precision handling glove

The MaxiFlex Cut Glove is super thin, flexible, dexterous and comfortable.




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Trends in ... hand protection

In 2013, 121,500 hand injuries resulted in days away from work, according to the 2016 edition of “Injury Facts,” a National Safety Council chartbook. If that number gives you pause, read on as hand protection industry insiders offer advice on preventing hand injuries and describe what’s new regarding protection.




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Trends in ... fall protection

Falls are a common cause of serious work-related injuries and deaths. Employers whose workers are exposed to fall hazards are responsible for ensuring not only that those workers have appropriate fall protection, but also that they’re trained on how to use it. Here, fall protection industry insiders describe what’s new in the field and why it’s important to remember that fall protection can be more intricate than meets the eye.




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Respiratory protection and the flu

Can respirators help protect a person from the virus that causes H1N1/09 influenza?




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'Herd immunity' can help prevent spread of flu: study

'Herd immunity' can help prevent spread of flu: study




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Social distancing helps prevent spread of flu, health institute says

Tempe, AZ – School closings and social distancing measures helped limit transmission of influenza in Mexico during the 2009 pandemic, indicates research released May 25 by the Fogarty International Center at the National Institutes of Health.




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Prevent deer collisions

Although motor vehicle-deer collisions can happen year-round, November is the month with the highest risk, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.




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Encon Safety Products, Inc.

You know Encon Safety Products for quality protective safety eyewear and chemical splash goggles, now let us protect the rest of your face. Introducing Full Face Protection equipment from Encon® for demanding work conditions. Your protection and comfort is our top priority. Face shields are made in the USA to ANSI Z87.1-2010 and CSA Z94.3-2007

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EPA requests input on documents for TSCA chemical evaluations, proposes asbestos rule

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking comment on problem formulation documents for the first 10 chemicals slated for evaluation for potential health and environmental risks under the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, as well as a systematic review approach document and a proposed significant new use rule for asbestos.




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Sen. Tom Udall: EPA proposals on asbestos alarming

Washington — A pair of recent Environmental Protection Agency proposals regarding asbestos are cause for alarm, Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) is cautioning, while the agency contends it is attempting to expand restrictions on the substance.




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EPA proposes landmark ban on asbestos

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has announced a proposed rule that would ban the use of chrysotile asbestos, a known human carcinogen linked to lung cancer and mesothelioma – a cancer of the membranes in the abdomen and chest.




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EPA proposes ‘comprehensive’ reporting, recordkeeping requirements for asbestos

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is accepting comment until July 5 on a proposed rule that would establish reporting and recordkeeping requirements for asbestos – a known human carcinogen – under the Toxic Substances Control Act.




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OSHA standard on preventing violence in health care ‘a priority,’ Marty Walsh tells lawmakers

Washington — OSHA will prioritize rulemaking for a standard on preventing workplace violence in health care and social settings, Labor Secretary Marty Walsh testified during a May 17 House subcommittee hearing.




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Preventing workplace violence: NSC releases report and playbook

Itasca — New guidance from the National Safety Council is aimed at providing organizations with information and solutions to effectively mitigate and address workplace violence.




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Workplace violence and harassment remain widespread as victims fear speaking up: survey

Geneva — Nearly a quarter of workers worldwide have endured workplace violence or harassment, but only half of the victims discuss their experiences, results of a recent survey show.




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Workplace violence prevention law lets Utah employers seek protective orders

Provo, UT — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox (R) has signed a law allowing employers to petition for and obtain protective orders against anyone who poses a threat.




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Bill would prohibit California retailers from making workers confront shoplifters

Sacramento, CA — The California Senate has approved legislation aimed at preventing workplace violence, particularly by banning employer policies that direct non-security personnel to confront shoplifters.




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Young employees ‘need more protections’ against workplace violence: researchers

Iowa City, IA — Three out of 5 young employees have experienced some form of workplace violence, results of a recent study show.




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EEOC proposing updates to guidance on preventing workplace harassment

Washington — The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is asking for comment on proposed enforcement guidance aimed at preventing and addressing worker harassment based on sex, race and other protected traits.




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On the Safe Side podcast Episode 46: Workplace violence prevention best practices and Safety Data Sheets

In Episode 46, the S+H team examines the December issue’s feature story on best practices for preventing workplace violence. Also, Atanu Das, owner of MSDS Writer, a consulting company, joins the podcast to discuss Safety Data Sheets in the “Five Questions With …” segment.