Creating a safe evacuation plan means all employees should be accounted for in it – including workers who use a wheelchair.

Inspections are an important part of any workplace safety and health management system. Described in a video from the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Division of Labor and Industry as the practice of “identifying unsafe conditions through observations and testing of the work environment,” inspections can cover housekeeping, emergency alarms, electrical hazards, machine guarding and chemical hazards.

The first rule of performing façade work while on a scaffold: Don’t do it unless you’ve completed scaffold safety training, warns a recent worker alert from the New York City Department of Buildings.

You can help prevent a potential head-on collision before it occurs. NSC has developed a lifesaving method for drivers to use: the four R’s.

Many devices, including personal gas monitors, are powered by lithium batteries, some of which (lithium-ion batteries) are rechargeable.

Aurora, CO — Anxiety, depression and fatigue increase women’s risk of getting hurt at work, according to a recent study from the Colorado School of Public Health’s Center for Health, Work and Environment.

Lexington, KY — Fatigue-related crashes among commercial motor vehicle drivers increase the farther the crash site is located from truck stops, rest areas and weigh stations with rest havens, according to a recent study from the University of Kentucky.

Darien, IL — Basic employer interventions such as educating workers about the importance of sleep and sharing strategies to improve it may result in better sleep habits, increased productivity and reduced absenteeism, a recent review of research concludes.

Washington — For oil and gas extraction workers, a combination of extended work hours, long commutes and insufficient sleep increases their odds of engaging in risky driving behaviors, according to a recent NIOSH study.

Tampa, FL — Job demands that are too low or too high can adversely affect workers’ sleep, say researchers, who instead recommend the Goldilocks principle of “just the right amount” to help obtain optimal sleep health.

San Antonio — How employees choose to voice their thoughts and/or opinions at work – either positively or negatively – may affect their quality of sleep, results of a recent study show.

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.

Melbourne, Australia — A mobile app designed to help shift workers manage their sleep cycles to enhance their health and mood is available for use.

Stockholm — Having supportive co-workers and supervisors could help your chances of getting a good night’s rest, a team of Scandinavian-based researchers says.

University Park, PA — Using weekends to catch up on the sleep you didn’t get during the workweek isn’t a heart-healthy strategy, a new study claims.

Glenview, IL — A new resource from the American College of Chest Physicians is aimed at preventing shift work sleep disorder among employees who work nontraditional hours.

The platform also allows Zentiel’s partner community to further add third-party services on top of functionalities in our core communication platform, further accelerating our development journey. 

Connect ONE has introduced a new, one-time base price with no recurring monthly fees to integrators for its ESSENTIAL service level, providing a pathway to cloud system management for small commercial and residential clients.

Based in Houston, Texas, the CEP Distributing team reportedly brings over 20 years of channel expertise to the table and stocks a wide range of products in key categories including: AV, control, lighting, and security.

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.

According to Actuate, Francis’ technical acumen and deep industry insight position him uniquely to expand the company’s network of resellers and technical partnerships, solidifying relationships with channel partners that are eager for the company’s solutions.

The 2713 Chicago Series Self-Retracting Lifeline is available with galvanized steel cable or Dyneema webbing and is an excellent short-full range block offering lightweight handling, high-quality serviceability and exceptional performance.

The 9' DuraTech Cable Self-Retracting Device is made to work where web SRDs cannot.

Featuring a choice of three connectors, the ManSafe Mini Self-Retracting Lifeline is built for use in every environment.

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With such strict regulations on high-visibility apparel, how can a worker stay comfortable and compliant?

What has prompted the increase in demand for brightly colored personal protective equipment apparel?

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

What do workers who are required to wear flame-resistant clothing need to consider when layering for cold weather?

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

The GHS Labels App makes it simpler to align with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals. Users can easily set up and maintain a chemical database by importing Safety Data Sheet content for any chemical.

Labelmaster has partnered with the American Coatings Association to offer Hazardous Materials Identification System Labels.

UltraDuty GHS Chemical Labels are waterproof and resistant to chemicals, abrasion, UV, water, tearing and extreme temperatures.

Avery UltraDuty GHS Chemical Labels are designed for pigment-based desktop inkjet printers.

By combining its popular eBinder app and Chemical Inventory Scanning app functionality into a singular SDS/Chemical Management mobile app, VelocityEHS provides users with easier online and offline access to Safety Data Sheets, as well as the ability to quickly scan chemical container barcodes and manage inventory information.

Wiha Insulated Electrician’s Knives come in three styles, including the Insulated Electrician’s Cable Stripping Knife, Insulated Electrician’s Straight Cable Stripping Knife and Insulated Hooked Stripping Knife.

The Traverse T1246X Telehandler is the only telehandler product line on the market with a traversing boom carriage with capability to move loads by traveling horizontally.

RMI Access Telemedicine and Case Management provide 24/7 year-round access to licensed medical providers trained in industrial injury management in all 50 states. The telemedicine service gives workers access via chat or video – or telephone if internet service is unavailable.

The RKC-500 Detect-A-Finger drop-probe device prevents welding machinery from starting its stroke if a finger or hand is detected in the point-of-operation area. Key components are a sensing probe module with a rod shaped to fit over or around the work piece and a control module.

When a potentially dangerous process requires synchronous action by both hands to release or maintain the operation of a machine, the Duelco line of 2 Hand Control Stations with E-Stop button will effectively ensure the protection of the operator.

CleanCab is an elevator purification device powered by ActivePure Technology, which is proven to neutralize viruses in the air and on surfaces – including SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The system provides active 24/7 year-round disinfection by pulling oxygen and water molecules in the air through ActivePure’s patented honeycomb matrix where powerful oxidizers, known as ActivePure molecules, are created.

The KNAACK Scaffold Armour is an easy-to-install panel system that converts the widely used standard 6-foot baker-style scaffold into a lockable storage solution for security on the jobsite.

Offering a fast, safe and efficient way to refill intermediate bulk container totes, the Falcon Funnel XL model is made of chemical-resistant polyethylene. The funnel is easily fitted to a standard tote and has a storage pocket for an IBC locking lid and a discharge basin with side storage areas.

With its quarter-inch thick steel outer plate, the RemainSafe storm shelter is designed to withstand EF5 tornadoes, which can generate winds in excess of 250 mph.

EasyHeat SnoMelter mats melt snow on stairs, driveways, sidewalks and patios, reducing the need to manually clear snow. The mats are installed below asphalt surfaces, under pavers or in concrete, and are then connected to standard 240 voltage.

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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New! Bloodborne Pathogens: Safety In the Workplace. This DVD-based training program features information that must be included in training per OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. It helps ensure employees recognize bloodborne pathogens hazards and their own roles/responsibilities in safeguarding themselves at work. Learn more and order at JJKeller.com.

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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.

Constructed to be truly non-flammable, the Ultimate Baselayer keeps comfortable heat in during winter conditions and extreme heat out when facing dangerous conditions.