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OSHA launches online portal for VPP applications

Washington — OSHA has a new online portal for employers to submit applications to the agency’s Voluntary Protection Programs.




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Cooling head protection

The Vented V-Gard 500 Cap or Hat has cooling vents for improved air circulation and comfort, and a Glaregard Surface underbrim to help reduce reflective glare.




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Capitalize on the New Convergence: Cyber-Physical System Security

Here’s the good news: Experts predict that within the next four or five years, there will be more than 40 billion IoT devices hard at work — improving the safety, efficiency, reliability and productivity of the world’s enterprises.




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Cypress Expands Product Lineup to Include Farpointe Readers

The expanded Cypress product line includes Farpointe’s mobile-ready, smartcard and proximity readers in Wiegand or OSDP versions; mobile, smartcard and proximity credentials; and long-range receivers and transmitters.




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Solis Energy & Magos Systems Announce Strategic Technology Partnership

According to the announcement, Solis Energys commitment to reliable outdoor power solutions aligns with Magos Systems advanced AI-powered radar detection technology.




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LVT Brings Satellite Coverage to Low or No Cellular Network Areas

Businesses and organizations leveraging LVT Units can access satellite connectivity for both primary connectivity and secondary connectivity.




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OSHA to employers: Deadline approaching for submitting Form 300A data

Washington — OSHA is reminding employers to submit their 2020 Form 300A data by March 2.




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Are adverse reactions to vaccines recordable? OSHA updates COVID-19 FAQ list

Washington — OSHA is requiring the recording of adverse reactions to COVID-19 vaccines only when vaccination is required by the employer, the agency says in an addition to its series of frequently asked questions on protecting workers from exposure to the coronavirus.




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Injury and illness reporting deadline approaching, OSHA reminds employers

Washington — OSHA is reminding employers to submit their 2021 Form 300A by March 2.




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What are the deadliest days and months for workers?

Tampa, FL — Fatal workplace injuries are most likely to occur on Thursdays and in the month of August, according to a recent analysis.




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‘So little information’: Researchers point out lack of work-injury data on Indigenous people

Chicago — A group of researchers is calling for an increase in occupational health and safety research focused on Indigenous people.




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Deadline to submit OSHA Form 300A data is March 2

Washington — OSHA is reminding employers of the March 2 deadline to submit their 2022 Form 300A data electronically.




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Firefighter deaths fell slightly in 2023, but remain high: NFPA

Quincy, MA — Eighty-nine firefighters died while on duty or within 24 hours of duty last year, according to the National Fire Protection Association’s annual report.




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No Contract Means No Negligence for Alarm Company

An insurer sues an alarm company for failing to respond when a subscriber’s pipes burst, but a lack of a contract negates the claim.




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Plaintiff Fails in Bid to Nullify Automatic Sprinkler Requirement

A decision recently rendered in Illinois involved a requirement that a property be retrofitted with an automatic sprinkler system. The municipality had previously mandated that commercial buildings be retrofitted with the fire/life safety solutions. The ordinance excluded multiple residence dwellings from the retrofit sprinkler requirement.




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Hirer of Independent Contractor Not Liable for Injury to Contractor’s Worker

A California rule is used in deciding cases of workplace safety.




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Why Illinois’ Biometric Privacy Act Could Create ‘Catastrophic Exposure’ for Security Companies

An Illinois state law ensures that individuals are in control of their own biometric data and prohibits private companies from collecting it unless they meet certain consent criteria.




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Insurer & Alarm Dealer Litigate Enforceable Agreement

A plaintiff argued that the terms of an original alarm services agreement were immaterial because it wasn’t suing on the contract, but on tort and implied warranty theories.




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Frozen Pipe Results in Water Damage. Who Should Be Held Liable?

At issue is a contractual provision whereby an insured waives the right of their insurance carrier to seek redress or seek compensation for losses from a negligent third party.




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Woman Sues Police for Excessive Force After K-9 Attack

Before entering the house from the garage, the defendant announced his and the K-9’s presence and ordered anyone in the house to surrender or they would be bitten by the dog.




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Police Officer Gets in Car Crash Responding to ‘Possible Burglar Alarm’

A court has to decide if a police officer’s actions rise to the level of reckless disregard for the safety of others.




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Court Decision Sheds Light on Duty to Protect Personal Information

A class action lawsuit against a law firm for alleged negligence in safeguarding personal data highlights the growing importance of confidentiality in security practices amid rising cyber threats.




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Security Contractor Cleared of Liability in Mall Carjacking

A court ruled that a security contractor was not liable for a carjacking incident, citing the absence of a special relationship and the unforeseeable nature of the crime.




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Calif. Supreme Court Shields Employer From Penalties in Wage Statement Dispute

A court ruled that an employer’s reasonable and good faith belief in compliance with wage statement laws precludes penalties for failing to report unpaid meal break premiums as wages.




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Psychological safety + DEI: ‘Our job is to get everyone on the same page,” panelist tells safety pros

Orlando, FL — Ensuring psychological safety and diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace demands safety professionals’ expertise, skills and practice, according to one expert.




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OSHA publishes fact sheet on safe baggage handling at cruise ship terminals

Washington – A recently released fact sheet from OSHA is intended to protect longshore workers who handle baggage at cruise ship terminals.




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OSHA publishes whistleblower resources in Spanish

Washington – Two of OSHA’s resources on whistleblower protections are now available in Spanish.




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OSHA issues new fact sheets on filing whistleblower complaints

Washington – OSHA has published three new fact sheets outlining workers’ rights and the procedures for filing whistleblower complaints.




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OSHA requesting comment on whistleblower anti-retaliation guidance

Washington – Stakeholders are encouraged to comment on a draft guidance document from OSHA intended to help employers develop a whistleblower protection program.




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Final rule details procedures for rail, transit whistleblower retaliation complaints

Washington – Five years after issuing an interim rule, OSHA has published a final rule regarding how to handle retaliation complaints from railroad workers and public transit workers who engage in whistleblower activities.




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OSHA launches ‘severe violator’ pilot program to tackle whistleblower retaliation

Kansas City, MO – OSHA has launched a pilot program targeted at employers in Region 7 who “engage in egregious behavior and blatant retaliation against workers who report unsafe working conditions and violations of the law.”




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OSHA to host public meeting on whistleblower issues in trucking, railroad industries

Washington — Workers in the trucking and railroad industries filed the most whistleblower complaints in 2017, according to OSHA, prompting the agency to schedule a public meeting on whistleblower issues for industry stakeholders.




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OSHA to host public meeting on whistleblower issues

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a public meeting for May 14 to discuss certain provisions of its Whistleblower Protection Programs.




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OSHA announces public meeting on whistleblower program

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a public meeting for May 12 to gather information on key issues facing its Whistleblower Protection Program.




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OSHA moves public meeting on whistleblower program to phone

Washington — A public meeting planned by OSHA to gather information on key issues facing its Whistleblower Protection Program will now take place over the phone, the agency has announced.




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Whistleblower Protection Program: OSHA to host public meeting

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a public meeting for Oct. 13 to gather information on key issues facing its Whistleblower Protection Program.




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Whistleblower Protection Program: OSHA to host public meeting

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a public meeting for May 19 to gather input on how it can improve its Whistleblower Protection Program.




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Whistleblower Protection Program: OSHA public meeting will focus on migrant workers

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a virtual public meeting on how it can improve its Whistleblower Protection Program, particularly where migrant and other vulnerable workers are concerned.




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Whistleblower Protection Program: OSHA public meeting set for Oct. 19

Washington — OSHA will host a public meeting to hear comments and suggestions on issues related to the agency’s Whistleblower Protection Program.




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DOL OIG releases list of current and planned audits for FY 2023

Washington — The adequacy of OSHA’s future pandemic planning and the effectiveness of the agency’s National Emphasis Program on COVID-19 may be evaluated this fiscal year by the Department of Labor Office of Inspector General.




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Whistleblower Protection Program: OSHA pilot program aims to streamline complaint intake process

Washington — OSHA is testing a “streamlined” process of filtering complaints via a yearlong Whistleblower Protection Program pilot program.




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Pye-Barker Acquires to Boost Full Code Compliance Services in the Midwest

Kansas-based Safety Plus First Aid & Safety helps businesses protect their employees and customers with first-aid kits, AEDs, CPR kits and other safety equipment needed in case of a workplace injury or emergency.




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FAST Welcomes Allied Universal's Jim Lantrip to Board of Directors

Jim Lantrip of Allied Universal Technology Services brings more than three decades of experience to the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) board of directors.




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PE Firm Apax Partners Acquires Altus Fire & Life Safety

Established in 1993 and based in New York, Altus provides a wide range of fire/life-safety services and solutions throughout the Northeast.




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Home Assistant Founder Joins Z-Wave Alliance Board of Directors

Z-Wave Alliance actively recruits smart home and IoT leaders to join, direct and contribute to the completely member-driven organization on a mission to chart the course of the future of Z-Wave technology and the smart home.




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Cook & Boardman Acquires Mullins Building Products

Founded in 1964, Mullins is a traditional commercial door and hardware material supplier and installer, serving customers throughout Alabama.




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Pye-Barker Purchases Louisiana Life-Safety Integrator DACSIS

DACSIS’s expertise in full fire code protection complements the offerings of Pye-Barker’s nearby commercial alarm and security teams.




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Cybersecurity Leader Theresa Payton Delivers ISC West 2023 Opening Keynote

This morning, Theresa Payton, the first female White House CIO, technology thought leader and cybersecurity expert, will deliver ISC West 2023’s opening keynote address. Payton will brief audience members on the current cybersecurity threat landscape, what to watch out for, how to respond if targeted, and what businesses can do today to be prepared for the future. Attend the keynote at 8:45 a.m. in Venetian Ballroom F.




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Event Security Leaders Deliver Today’s Keynote

Today, Thursday, March 30, three event security leaders will give a keynote address titled “Leveraging Technology in Modern Security Operations for Major Events.” At 8:45 a.m. in Venetian Ballroom F, speakers Jim Mercurio, John Bertsch and Joe Monroe will discuss the importance of security technology in maintaining secure event environments.




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Mission 500 to Announce Corporate Social Responsibility and Humanitarian Awards as well as Mission 500 Security 5K Run/2K Walk Awards

Mission 500, a charitable nonprofit organization engaging security professionals to assist families in crisis across the USA, will announce the winners of its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Humanitarian Awards at ISC West today, Thursday, March 30. The ceremony will take place at The Bridge Stage – Booth #25063 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.