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ASSA ABLOY Integrates Wireless Technology With Verkada Command

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions has completed the integration of their Aperio wireless lock technology with Verkada’s Command cloud-based management platform.




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New Version of Genetec Sipelia Turns Mobile Phones Into Security Communication Devices

The Sipelia mobile Integration enhances an organization’s security team’s awareness by unifying incoming calls with the rest of their security system.





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Johnson Controls Launches New OpenBlue Service: Ensuring Security Device Performance

The offering combines Johnson Controls OpenBlue suite of connected solutions, and the ability to monitor and manage security devices across vendors.




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New Collaboration Between Quanergy & Teledyne FLIR

This collaboration provides a seamlessly integrated solution that stands uniquely poised to tackle intricate security challenges faced by critical infrastructure environments, including utilities, data centers and airports.




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TMA Appoints Security Central President Caroline Brown to Co-Chair 5 Diamond Committee

In her new leadership role, Brown will work to ensure the TMA Five Diamond designation remains current and reflective of excellence in security monitoring.




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Florida ECC Goes Live With TMA Automated Secure Alarm Protocol

TMA’s ASAP service is designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of calls for service from alarm monitoring centers to emergency communication centers.




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TMA Operator Training Online Course for AVS-01 Standard Now Live

By adopting the AVS-01 Standard, TMA says monitoring centers can enhance alarm response processes and contribute to industry-wide standardization and efficiency.




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Preventing silicosis

Silicosis is a severe chronic lung disease caused by inhaling crystalline silica. “Approximately 2.3 million workers are exposed to respirable crystalline silica in the workplace, including 2 million workers in construction and 300,000 workers in general industry, maritime and hydraulic fracturing,” the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.




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Recognize the hazards of formaldehyde

Widely known as a preservative in morgues, formaldehyde – a colorless, strong-smelling gas – can be found in chemicals, plywood and various household items, including glue and paper product coatings, according to OSHA. It’s also used as an industrial fungicide, germicide and disinfectant.




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Protect auto service workers from exposure to COVID-19

Employers in the automotive service industry can reduce workers’ risk of exposure to COVID-19. Ensuring workers disinfect keys, key fobs, steering wheels, vehicle controls and all other commonly touched surfaces are among the recommendations listed in guidelines from the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (also known as Cal/OSHA) as well as in a poster recently published by federal OSHA.




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The Hierarchy of Controls

A look at the framework, and how it can lead to "the implementation of inherently safer systems, where the risk of illness or injury has been substantially reduced."




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Stone Security Integrates Suicide Prevention Tech for Denver Preforming Arts Complex

Learn how Stone Security integrated a suicide prevention tech system for the Denver Preforming Arts Complex.




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Comcast Smart Solutions Partners With Eagle Eye Networks & C2RO to Provide AI Video Analytics Solutions

This collaboration expands Comcast Smart Solutions’ existing video analytics expertise while giving clients more flexibility to choose the right smart video solution, according to the announcement.




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XTract One Enhances Security for Community Health Network

In collaboration with Indiana based partner CK2 Technologies, Xtract One was able to integrate SmartGateway into decades-old buildings without compromising the visitor experience.




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Intellicene Symphia Enhances Emergency Services for Iowa County

Cass County, a rural area encompassing 565 square miles of primarily agricultural land, has faced recent challenges in providing timely emergency medical services (EMS) due to decreased volunteers and reduced manpower.




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ASSA ABLOY Advances Access Control for Michigan Community

Olivet, Mich., has 1,250 students enrolled in its three Olivet Community Schools.




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Comcast Smart Solutions Deploys AI Video Analytics in the City of College Park

Comcast Smart Solutions is also providing ongoing data analysis and has a dedicated team for support.




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Eagle Eye Establishes 911 Emergency Camera Sharing in First Michigan County

Telecommunicators generally rely on verbal information from 911 callers. Now, with Camera Sharing, the telecommunicator can also have “eyes on the scene” and, within seconds, gather an immense amount of information.




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Johnson Controls Adds Mitigation & Automation Enhancements to Rock Glen Family Resort

The system was designed around the IQ Panel 4 and the range and reliability of PowerG to ensure wireless communication with each device across the property, including the heavily wooded areas.




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League of Oregon Cities Awards i-PRO Contract to Simplify Security Solution Procurement for Public Sector

This contract provides public sector customers across the U.S. with simplified access to i-PRO’s security products and services.




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Chimera Enhances Emergency Communication for UHS Hospital

Chimera Integrations recently completed a security upgrade at UHS Hospital in Binghamton.




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Virginia Sheriffs' Association Awards i-PRO Procurement Contract

The agreement eliminates the need for additional Requests for Proposals (RFPs), allowing public bodies to bypass lengthy procurement processes and acquire essential equipment faster and more cost-effectively. 




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Motorola Solutions Connects Law Enforcement to Real-Time 911 Intelligence

According to the announcement, Motorola Solutions’ CommandCentral Aware unifies voice, video and data feeds from public safety, private enterprise and community-facing systems, leveraging AI to verify incident data and speed up response.




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The Ins and Outs of HazCom Training

This white paper contains valuable tips and insights from J. J. Keller’s experts to help employers build strong hazcom training programs, covering requirements for labeling, safety data sheets and more.




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ESG vs. EHS: A Modern Supply Chain Conundrum

This white paper from Avetta discusses how integrating ESG and EHS into one consolidated program opens up endless possibilities.




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Workplace Safety: Be Informed – Be Proactive – Be Compliant

A new white paper offers actionable tips and insights from J. J. Keller’s experts to help you better understand the features of a successful, OSHA-compliant safety program.




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OSHA’s Top 10 Violations: How Does Your Compliance Program Stack Up?

This white paper from J. J. Keller’s environmental, health and safety experts provides a detailed listing of the most cited OSHA standards across all industries, along with proven tips to help you reduce risk and ensure compliance.




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Construction Safety: Using Drones to Save Lives

Download a white paper from Columbia Southern University on the role of drones to save lives in construction jobsite safety.




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Big Ambitions. Complex Data. Limited Visibility. How North American Health & Safety and ESG Professionals Are Dealing with Today’s Evolving Challenge

Download a recently published research report from Intelex showing that reporting data (and accurate data) is the top challenge of EHS professionals in North America.




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Remote Operations: Key Considerations for Prime Contractors

Supply chain management, even in real-world scenarios, can present varied challenges. When operations are conducted at remote locations, these challenges increase manifold.




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The Ins and Outs of HazCom Training

This white paper features in-depth guidance from J. J. Keller’s experts to help you build and maintain a strong hazard communication program. It covers OSHA requirements for labeling, Safety Data Sheets and more.




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Protective Equipment on Construction Jobsites

This white paper provides detailed guidance from J. J. Keller’s safety and compliance experts on selecting the right equipment for the job, such as hard hats, footwear, respiratory devices, high-visibility apparel, hearing protection and more.




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Hazardous Chemicals 101: Understanding the Difference Between Hazmat, Hazcom and Hazwaste

Written by J. J. Keller’s workplace safety and compliance experts, this white paper provides an overview of the differences between hazardous materials, hazard communication and hazardous waste, along with the regulations that apply to them.




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Insights Report: Busting Myths and Building Communities

The Avetta "Insights" report takes real-world data from active company programs to share learnings with the industry and empower global risk leaders to make better-informed decisions and create a safer, more sustainable world.




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Choosing Quality Over Compromise. The Footwear Story on the Railroad.

There’s no doubt about it, working on a railroad can be tough on work boots. See how Dallas, Garland & Northeastern Railroad realized the importance of quality and durability when it came to protecting its crew with the right footwear for the job.




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Bringing Safety and Compliance to Workers in Multiple Locations

How does a major automotive group with 75 locations in nine states ensure that thousands of technicians are wearing top-quality safety footwear that meets all job requirements? Get the case study.




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Managing Subcontractor Risks: Ensuring Compliance & Mitigating Disruptions in Complex Supply Chains

Managing the tangled network of contractors and subcontractors with whom your business partners is a complex, time-consuming challenge.




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Calling all innovators: Safety agencies launch hearing-conservation technology contest

Washington – In an effort to encourage the development of technology to combat work-related hearing loss, OSHA, NIOSH, and the Mine Safety and Health Administration have partnered on a new competition.




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Listen up: OSHA announces hearing-protection technology contest winners

Washington – Four inventors have been recognized by OSHA, NIOSH, and the Mine Safety and Health Administration for their innovations in developing technology intended to combat work-related hearing loss.




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Older construction workers at increased risk for hearing loss: study

Silver Spring, MD — More than half of former construction workers have experienced hearing loss, and certain factors can exacerbate the condition, according to a recent study by the Center for Construction Research and Training (also known as CPWR).




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International Space Station acoustics subgroup wins NIOSH’s annual Safe-in-Sound award

Miramar Beach, FL — The Multilateral Medical Operations Panel Acoustics Sub-Working Group for the International Space Station is the recipient of the 2020 NIOSH Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Award.




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NIOSH invites noise experts to join researchers in improving Wikipedia content

Washington — NIOSH, in conjunction with Wikipedia, has launched a yearlong campaign aimed at improving the free online encyclopedia’s content related to acoustics and the harmful effects of noise.




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Teams from Northrop Grumman, Rational Acoustics win NIOSH’S annual Safe-in-Sound awards

Washington — The Northrop Grumman St. Augustine (FL) Aircraft Integration Center of Excellence and Rational Acoustics LLC are the respective recipients of the 2022 NIOSH Safe-in-Sound Excellence and Innovation in Hearing Loss Prevention Awards.




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Burnout may be contagious among newer teachers: study

East Lansing, MI – Less-experienced teachers are more likely to experience burnout if co-workers feel the same way, suggests a recent study from researchers at Michigan State University and the University of Virginia.




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COVID-19 pandemic: CDC issues interim cleaning, disinfection recommendations after exposure

Washington — In light of emerging data on the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released interim environmental cleaning and disinfection recommendations for community facilities with suspected or confirmed cases of the potentially deadly respiratory illness.




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Shifting away from a focus on grades and test scores may make teachers safer

Columbus, OH — Schools that foster a culture of deep engagement in learning – rather than prioritize grades and test scores – may be keeping teachers safe from violence, researchers claim.




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Proposed beryllium rule should exclude construction, manufacturer says

Washington – The construction industry should be exempt from OSHA’s forthcoming proposed rule on beryllium, according to a manufacturer of industrial abrasives.




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Latest OSHA agenda hints at update to hazcom standard

Washington – OSHA is considering another update to its Hazard Communication Standard, according to the Department of Labor’s latest semiannual regulatory agenda, released Nov. 21.




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Advocacy group urges OMB to complete review of beryllium rule

Washington – Watchdog group Public Citizen is urging the Office of Management and Budget to complete a review of OSHA’s proposed standard on beryllium and open the rule for public comment.




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White House completes review of proposed rule on beryllium

Washington – The White House on July 7 completed its review of OSHA’s proposed rule on beryllium, clearing the way for the agency to publicly publish the proposal.