ic Safeguarding device By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 The Detect-A-Finger Drop-Probe Device is designed to prevent a riveter, welder or other small machine from cycling if it encounters fingers in the point-of-operation area, thus preventing contact between the operator and dangerous moving parts. Full Article
ic OSHA updates staff guidance on communicating with families after a worker death By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — OSHA has updated its internal guidance on communicating with the families of workers killed on the job. Full Article
ic OSHA urging caution amid Hurricane Helene cleanup efforts By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — OSHA is warning workers involved in the recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene to be aware of hazards caused by flooding, power outages, structural damage, fallen trees and storm debris. Full Article
ic New and updated: EPA resources on bilingual pesticide labeling By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — The Pesticide Registration Improvement Act of 2022 requires pesticide manufacturers to translate safety and health information on product labels into Spanish. New and updated resources from the Environmental Protection Agency are intended to help. Full Article
ic Chemical Safety Board eyes ‘tomorrow’s successes’ after a ‘good year’ By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — The Chemical Safety Board reached a milestone of 1,000 safety recommendations and distanced itself from a long-standing investigative backlog, among other accomplishments, in fiscal year 2024. Full Article
ic Understanding blind-flange lockout devices By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 22 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Because OSHA already considers a blind or blanking plate to be a lockout, how is the blind-flange lockout device a safety improvement? Full Article
ic Study looks at police officers, head injuries and mental health issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Columbus, OH — Three out of 10 law enforcement officers have experienced a work-related head injury, putting them at risk of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression, according to a recent study. Full Article
ic Study of head protection practices uncovers confusion, opportunities for improvement By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Arlington, VA — Choosing head protection can be “confusing and complicated” because of the numerous options available, especially when trying to discern the key differences among them, researchers say. Full Article
ic LED indicator series By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 Offering high-intensity daylight visibility hundreds of times brighter than its 600 Series predecessor, the high-visibility 670 Series LED Panel Mount Indicator is ideal for main and remote power, status, maintenance, warning and instrumentation indication for front-panel mounting in hole sizes from 5 mm to 16 mm. Full Article
ic Intrinsically safe right angle light By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Featuring an exclusive 45-degree angle floodlight to illuminate your feet while walking, and then adding an industry-leading 90-degree adjustable sharp 200-lumen LED smoke-cutting beam, the INTRANT Class I Division 1 ATEX-approved Intrinsically Safe Right Angle Light provides safety in hazardous locations. Full Article
ic Heavy-duty indicator series By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 27 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 This series of heavy-duty panel mount indicators is designed for rugged environment applications, such as power, status or warning indication in manufacturing, construction, mining, and oil and gas equipment. Full Article
ic Office fires: Be ready to react By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 About 6,000 office fires are reported every year in the United States, according to the Seattle Fire Department. If your workplace experienced a fire, would employees know how to respond? Full Article
ic Practice caution when handling fuel By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Does your workplace have vehicles or equipment that are fueled onsite? If so, certain precautions are necessary. Full Article
ic Poor sleep patterns raise risks of metabolic disorders By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Bethesda, MD — Irregular sleep patterns do more than just make you tired at work – they can have long-lasting adverse effects on your health. Full Article
ic Health care accreditation group publishes lessons learned from COVID-19 pandemic By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Oakbrook Terrace, IL — In response to the COVID-19 pandemic “pushing health care organizations to their limits and workers beyond physical exhaustion,” accreditation organization The Joint Commission has published a special edition Sentinel Event Alert highlighting adverse events and high-risk conditions. Full Article
ic Shift work sleep disorder raises risk of traffic crashes by nearly 300%: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 17 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Columbia, MO — Individuals who develop shift work sleep disorder – a condition involving insomnia or excessive sleepiness as a result of working nontraditional hours – may be almost three times more likely to be involved in a traffic crash, according to a recent study by researchers from the University of Missouri. Full Article
ic Shift work has ‘significant’ impact on sleep health, study of Australian miners finds By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Perth, Australia — It’s “imperative” that employers try to improve work shift scheduling so workers can get adequate sleep, researchers from Edith Cowan University say after their recent study of mine workers in Australia. Full Article
ic Poor sleep another obstacle for nurses amid pandemic: survey By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 New York — More than half of nurses in a recent survey say they had trouble sleeping during the first six month of the COVID-19 pandemic – a risk factor for increased feelings of anxiety and depression. Full Article
ic Should transit workers have standards for hours of service and fatigue? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — Citing high-profile transit incidents in which worker fatigue played a role, the Federal Transit Administration is considering minimum standards for hours of service and fatigue risk management programs for the industry. Full Article
ic HID State of Healthcare Security Report Details Rising Cyber & Physical Threats By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:47:28 -0400 More than 3 in 4 respondents (77 percent) to HID’s survey believe integrating digital and physical security is crucial for healthcare facilities to combat rising cyber and physical attacks. Full Article
ic Zenitel Launches Cyber Secure, Unified Critical Communication Solutions By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ic Connect ONE Offers New Service Levels for Cloud-Management Service By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ic Maximize Security Entrances With Essential Service & Maintenance By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0500 Investing in security entrances is crucial for physical security, but ongoing service and maintenance are essential for long-term performance, security, and compliance. Full Article
ic First Coast Security Acquired by ICTS Europe By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:25:08 -0500 The acquisition will establish First Coast Security (FCS) as the North American corporate security business unit of ICTS Europe. Full Article
ic Aerial lifting device By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Oct 2015 00:04:00 -0400 The JLG LiftPod FT140 is simple to assemble, operate and transport. Full Article
ic Self-retracting device By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Oct 2015 00:08:00 -0400 The 9' DuraTech Cable Self-Retracting Device is made to work where web SRDs cannot. Full Article
ic Cold weather clothing layering: Why thicker isn’t better By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 What considerations should be made when dressing for working in a cold environment? Full Article
ic Warm-weather fabrics By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0400 How do advanced performance fabrics help workers during warm weather? Full Article
ic Picking the right QMS for your organization By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 How do I select a quality management system that meets key safety requirements and best practices to ensure its successful rollout and use? Full Article
ic Chemical labels By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 22 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ic Pesticide storage cabinets By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 PIG Pesticide Safety Cabinets feature fully MIG-welded 14- and 18-gauge steel construction to survive decades of continuous industrial use. Full Article
ic Chemical storage By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Never worry about corrosion while storing hydrochloric, sulfuric or nitric acids, or bases such as sodium, potassium or calcium hydroxide, in this metal-free polyethylene cabinet for corrosives. Full Article
ic GHS chemical labels By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Avery UltraDuty GHS Chemical Labels are designed for pigment-based desktop inkjet printers. Full Article
ic Countertop cabinet for chemical storage By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 This durable, compact countertop cabinet safely stores up to two 4-liter bottles of acids or bases near your workspace. Full Article
ic App for in-the-field chemical management By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ic Hazardous chemical storage cabinets By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Stak-a-Cab Safety Storage Cabinets are constructed of 1-inch-thick, multi-ply plywood and finished with chemical-resistant paint. Full Article
ic Industrial-strength identification labels By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Full Article
ic Toxic gas detection By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 Vertex Edge is a cost-effective gas detection solution designed so workers can quickly evaluate gas readings, alarms, event logs, real-time trends and overall system status. Full Article
ic Storage cabinet for flammable chemicals By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 This cabinet is specifically designed for the storage of flammable chemicals. Standard size is 35 inches high and 22 inches deep, with available 30-, 36- and 48-inch widths and a removable shelf for larger container storage. Full Article
ic Pneumatic vacuum conveying system By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Setting the entire conveying system on a self-contained, rolling platform, the ATEX-certified mobile Inert Explosion-proof (INEX) system enables chemical, pharmaceutical and other processors to safely convey dry and wet powders in hazardous environments where explosive vapors may be present. Full Article
ic Volatile organic compound detectors By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 The Tiger XT line of volatile organic compound detectors includes the Tiger XTL Portable VOC Gas Detector; the Tiger XT Handheld VOC Detector; and the Tiger XT Select Benzene Gas Detector, which incorporates a 10.0 eV lamp within its sensor that can detect total aromatic compounds down to concentrations of 1 ppb. Full Article
ic Particulate respirator By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2014 04:00:00 -0500 The NIOSH-approved PeakFit N95 particulate respirator was engineered for user comfort and safety. Full Article
ic Ice traction products By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 22 May 2015 00:06:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ic Insulated electrician’s knives By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Nov 2015 00:06:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ic Telemedicine and case management services By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ic Elevator purification system By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 20 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
ic Pneumatic vacuum hoist By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 These optional post hoists allow a conveyor to safely be raised and precisely positioned in elevated installations and lowered for easy access and cleaning – eliminating the need for workers to climb ladders or stairs or onto mezzanines. Full Article
ic American Red Cross By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2015 00:02:00 -0400 American Red Cross Workplace Safety Training. Choose from First Aid/CPR/AED, Bloodborne Pathogen, OSHA 10 and 30 Training and much more. With flexible offerings, a nationwide network and high-quality instruction, the Red Cross works with you to build the training program that fits your company needs. Click here for more information from American Red Cross Full Article
ic Waubridge Specialty Fabrics By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2015 00:27:00 -0400 Kovenex is an inherently heat- and flame-resistant material that offers the ultimate protection in situations where safety is paramount. Produced by Waubridge Specialty Fabrics, Kovenex is built upon three decades of experience and innovation, and is the solution you need to differentiate your products from all the rest. Click here for more information from Waubridge Specialty Fabrics Full Article
ic Flame-resistant fabric By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:08:00 -0500 The Resilience line of flame-resistant fabrics is engineered to take durability to the next level. Full Article