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American Chemistry Council creates PPE infographic for auto refinishers

Washington — In partnership with OSHA, the American Chemistry Council has published an infographic to encourage workers in the automotive refinishing industry to wear the correct personal protective equipment.




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Electrical safety group unveils videos, infographics for workers in non-electrical jobs

Arlington, VA — The Electrical Safety Foundation International has introduced several resources aimed at workers in “occupations that traditionally receive little to no electrical training.”




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Electrical safety group creates infographic for people working from home

Arlington, VA — Aiming to promote electrical safety among people who are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Electrical Safety Foundation International has published an infographic.




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OSHA and MSHA partner on poster and infographic on preventing heat illness

Washington — A new poster and infographic from OSHA and the Mine Safety and Health Administration offer best practices to help mine operators and workers mitigate heat-related hazards and prevent heat illness.




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Treating a lightning strike victim: Know how to help

If you witnessed a worker being struck by lightning, would you know how to help?




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Watch out for ticks when working outdoors

Outdoor workers face a variety of hazards on the job. Beyond the usual suspects – severe weather, extreme temperatures, and traffic – an additional concern may be present: ticks.




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FACE Report: Roofer falls 30 feet from rain-slick roof

A 45-year-old roofer died after he fell 30 feet from a rain-slick roof of an apartment building under construction.




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NIOSH: ‘Fracking’ exposes workers to silica

Falls Church, VA – Oil and gas workers are exposed to respirable crystalline silica during directional drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations, a new NIOSH study concludes.




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Combustible dust still ‘critical issue in industrial safety’: CSB

Washington — The Chemical Safety Board is reiterating its call for OSHA to enact a comprehensive general industry standard for combustible dust – a potential hazard the board calls a “critical issue in industrial safety.”




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Annual brake inspection blitz places about 1 out of 8 commercial vehicles out of service

Greenbelt, MD — Commercial motor vehicle inspectors across North America conducted 35,764 brake system inspections and identified 4,295 vehicles – or 12% – with out-of-service conditions during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Brake Safety Week, the organization announced recently.




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DOL OIG to audit MSHA’s inspection processes during pandemic

Washington — The Department of Labor Office of Inspector General will conduct an audit of the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s ability to complete required safety and health inspections amid the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Chemical Safety Board calls for stronger standards on reactive chemicals

Washington — “It is past time for regulators to fully recognize the hazards presented by reactive chemicals,” Katherine Lemos, chair and CEO of the Chemical Safety Board, says in a new video in which the agency calls on OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency to strengthen their standards on these substances.




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MSHA enforcement effort focused on protecting workers from silica

Arlington, VA — As the Mine Safety and Health Administration works to develop a standard on worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica, the agency has launched an enforcement initiative aimed at boosting protections against the hazardous material.




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Chemical Safety Board vows to increase transparency amid leadership changes

Washington — The Chemical Safety Board says it will resume providing updates on incident investigations to “provide important initial information” on agency developments.




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Annual ‘Roadcheck’ identifies out-of-service violations for vehicles, drivers

Greenbelt, MD — From May 17 to 19, inspectors across North America checked braking systems, lights, tires and other commercial motor vehicle equipment during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s 35th annual International Roadcheck.




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Chemical Safety Board calls on OSHA to provide guidance on process hazard analysis

Washington — OSHA should develop guidance on the process hazard analysis element of its standard on process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals (1910.119), the Chemical Safety Board recommends in a final report on an April 2018 explosion and fire at a Wisconsin refinery.




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Chemical Safety Board warns of emergency discharges from pressure release valves

Washington — A look at four incidents – some deadly – involving emergency discharges from pressure release valves has prompted the Chemical Safety Board to issue a safety alert.




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Operation Safe Driver Week to kick off July 9

Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officials will target speeding and other unsafe driving behaviors July 9-15 during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week.




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Annual ‘Roadcheck’ spotlights out-of-service vehicle and driver violations

Greenbelt, MD — The results of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s 36th annual International Roadcheck are in.




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Speeding tops list of ticketed violations during Operation Safe Driver Week

Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officials issued more than 10,000 citations and warnings combined to passenger-vehicle, truck and bus drivers during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week.




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OSHA extends emphasis programs in the mid-Atlantic region

Philadelphia — OSHA Region 3 has renewed a series of regional and local emphasis programs, which include a focus on fall hazards in the construction industry.




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Psychological health and safety

What is ISO 45003? What insights does it provide on psychological health and safety in the workplace?




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Communication tower work hazards

Falling from height, electrical hazards, inclement weather, equipment failure and structural collapse of towers are some of the hazards that communication tower workers face, according to OSHA. The agency recorded 13 communication tower-related fatalities in 2013, 12 in 2014, three in 2015 and six in 2016.




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OSHA Safety Training Basics: What You Need to Know

This free white paper contains useful tips and insights from J. J. Keller experts to help you understand the training requirements that apply to your organization. It covers important topics such as OSHA expectations, refresher training, recordkeeping and more.




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32North, STABILicers

Booth # 3152

Help reduce slips and falls in slick or wet environments with our proprietary rubber sole compound and tread pattern. Laboratory and field tests reveal superior performance on a wide range of flooring conditions. STABILgrippers can easily be washed by hand in hot, soapy water, or can simply be thrown in the dishwasher.

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Coventry Workers’ Comp Services

A safe workplace is the best strategy for keeping workers productive and on the job. When injuries occur, you need a partner you can trust to combat the injury’s impact. See what Coventry’s Expertise@Work can do to eliminate unnecessary medical spending and promote injured worker recovery and return-to-work. Call (800) 790-8662 for more information.

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Industrial Scientific Corp.

Booth #2359

Give your gas detector a home. A place to check in. A place to recover. A place to recharge. A place to disclose every detail about a shift, and let you know when it is ready to take on the next one. The new DSX™ Docking Station ensures that your instruments are ready when you are. Find out more.

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SonicAire ® by IES

Booth #4115

SonicAire® fans prevent combustible dust buildup and save money. They are the only proactive solution for dust control in overhead areas. SonicAire creates an air curtain that shields overhead structures from dust buildup for continuous OSHA compliance. One-time investment –permanent clean. Consider our “Try and Buy” program. Call Jordan Newton at (336) 712-2437 or email jtnewton@iesclean.com.

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Electronic earmuff

The left/RIGHT Dual Pro Electronic Earmuff enables workers to maintain superior hearing protection and comfort while working, communicating or listening to music in noisy environments.




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Black ice: A hazard for drivers

Black ice – which can be almost invisible – forms when the air temperature is warmer than pavement, which causes moisture to rapidly freeze and create a thin, transparent layer of ice on the roadway.




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Orthopaedic surgeons offer tips for staying safe on the slopes

Rosemont, IL – The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is reminding people to follow safe practices while engaging in winter sports such as skiing and ice skating.




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CDC: Flu most prevalent among real estate, food service workers

Atlanta – The flu and similar illnesses are most prevalent among workers in the real estate, hospitality and food service industries, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.




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Does your workplace have a severe weather policy?

Snow-covered or icy roads, and slick driving surfaces resulting from heavy rain – these are just some of the weather-related conditions that workers may encounter. All this severe weather potential raises the question: Should workplaces have severe weather policies?




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The definitive guide to understanding ice cleats and traction aids

Download this guide to learn everything you need to know about the different types of ice cleats and traction aids.




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Improving indoor ventilation ‘critical’ during cold weather, OSHA says

Washington — Citing the increased circulation of airborne viruses when temperatures drop, “indoor air quality in the workplace during cold weather is especially critical,” OSHA says in a new alert.




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Learn How to Identify the Best Ice Cleats for Your Company

Download this guide from Winter Walking to identify the best traction aids for your organization.




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Use caution with cough and cold medications

Fall means cold and flu season is almost upon us, and store shelves are lined with a variety of products made to treat common symptoms. But those medications can be toxic when not used properly, according to the American Association of Poison Control Centers.




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Drive safely on black ice

Although it can form on any road and “sneak up on you,” the National Weather Service says black ice frequently is found on roads that lack exposure to sunlight or are lightly traveled.




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Hydraulic tilt tables

Using either Standard or Wide-Base Hydraulic Tilt Tables increases operator ergonomics and productivity.




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Ergonomic lifter

The Battery Plate Manipulator Lift/Pitch System is a lift-assist device that allows a single operator to lift 150-pound lead battery plates, re-orient them vertically and move them to an adjacent workstation for further processing.




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Four-way transport system for bariatric patients

The Chauffeur is a unique four-way directional transport system designed to prevent injuries among health care workers who move bariatric patients.




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Ergonomically designed material mover

The RollMover RX Roll Pusher’s new power profile offers an increased capacity to move rolls up to 8,000 pounds across a flat floor or up to 5,500 pounds into transitions.




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American Heart Association

Booth #4355

Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Online is a self-directed course that uses interactive lessons and videos to teach you comprehensive first aid, CPR, and AED knowledge. This program is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs an AHA course completion card.

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Anti-Microbial Products, Inc.

Booth #5749

Anti-Microbial Products, Inc. (AMP) is a distributor of Anti-Microbial gloves. AMP sells to food service distributors, hospitals, schools, retailers and food companies all over the United States. The AMS Anti-Microbial Glove is highly effective at protecting the product and inhibiting the growth of bacteria that may affect them. AMS is developing glove products that, in the future, can be utilized in health care markets.

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Industrial Scientific Corporation

Booth #4037

By wearing the Tango™ TX1 Single Gas Monitor, which includes two identical sensors for the detection of the same gas, workers will be the safest single-gas monitor users in the world. The Tango’s three-year runtime and patent-pending DualSense® Technology increase worker safety, regardless of bump test frequency, while reducing overall maintenance costs.

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Post-traumatic stress disorder in the workplace

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental illness. It can occur when a person experiences something frightening, stressful or overwhelming.




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On the Safe Side podcast Episode 44: Respirable crystalline silica and mental health at work

In Episode 44, the S+H team examines the October issue’s feature story on respirable crystalline silica. Also, Suzi Craig, vice president of workplace mental health at Mental Health America, joins the podcast to discuss normalizing conversations and attitudes around mental health in the “Five Questions With …” segment. 




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Water-resistant electronic hearing protection

Quick Fit Hydros have been specifically designed for workers who want a water-resistant, multi-functional device that can be worn as an electronic ear protector or a personal hearing device for situational awareness by simply changing the tips.




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Ergonomic digging techniques

Manually digging and trenching can be very physically demanding work, made even more dangerous when proper techniques are not employed.




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Ergonomics

Ergonomic disorders affect the soft tissues, specifically the muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilage, blood vessels and spinal discs. These issues can result from job tasks such as working on an assembly line, using heavy equipment or typing on a computer.