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MSHA releases training tool on reporting requirements

Arlington, VA – A new, free training module from the Mine Safety and Health Administration aims to aid employer compliance with incident and injury reporting requirements.




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MSHA issues seasonal safety alert during ‘deadliest month’ for miners

Arlington, VA – A new safety initiative from the Mine Safety and Health Administration aims to protect miners at a time of the year when they need it most.




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MSHA proposes rule aimed at better pre-shift mine examinations

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration has issued a proposed rule intended to improve the quality of workplace examinations in metal and non-metal mines.




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MSHA releases final rule on examinations in metal, non-metal mines

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration has issued a final rule intended to improve pre-shift examinations of metal and non-metal mines.




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MSHA proposes delay of rule on metal, non-metal mine examinations; seeks comment

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration is proposing to delay until July 24 the effective date of a final rule intended to improve pre-shift examinations of metal and non-metal mines.




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MSHA seeks to amend, delay final rule on examinations in metal, non-metal mines

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration is proposing to amend a final rule intended to improve pre-shift examinations of metal and non-metal mines, as well as delay its effective date until March 2, according to separate notices published in the Sept. 12 Federal Register.




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MSHA reopens comment period for RFI on diesel exhaust

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has reopened the comment period on a Request for Information on ways to monitor and regulate miner exposure to diesel exhaust in underground mines.




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NIOSH releases silica monitoring software

Washington — NIOSH has unveiled a beta version of an online software tool designed to provide post-shift assessments of mine worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica.




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MSHA extends comment period for RFI on diesel exhaust

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is extending to Sept. 25, 2020, the deadline for a Request for Information on ways to monitor and regulate miner exposure to diesel exhaust in underground mines.




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Designing safer mine blasts: NIOSH releases software

Washington — In an effort to mitigate the risk of post-blast ground falls in underground mines, NIOSH has developed an online software tool intended to help mining engineers develop safe and efficient designs for controlled blasting operations.




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In response to calls for more stringent silica regulation, MSHA issues Request for Information on quartz exposure

Washington — Amid a push from labor unions seeking stricter regulation of respirable silica dust, the Mine Safety and Health Administration is asking for input on ways to monitor and regulate miner exposure to quartz – the most common form of respirable crystalline silica.




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MSHA issues safety alert on underground diesel equipment fires

Arlington, VA — Prompted by a fire on a diesel-powered water car in May, the Mine Safety and Health Administration has issued a safety alert addressing fire hazards associated with diesel equipment in underground mines.




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MSHA leader touts ‘significance’ of proposed silica rule’s appearance on regulatory agenda

Arlington, VA — The inclusion of a long-awaited Mine Safety and Health Administration proposed rule on respirable crystalline silica in the Department of Labor’s Fall 2022 regulatory agenda represents a milestone for which MSHA administrator Chris Williamson wants to “underscore the significance.”




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Miners in 3 states have the highest risk of lung disease-related death

Chicago — Coal miners in Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia may be more than eight times more likely than the general public to die from black lung disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.




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MSHA unveils long-awaited proposed rule on respirable crystalline silica

Washington — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has announced a proposed rule on worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica in an effort to better protect miners from associated health hazards.




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Home-plate collision is most dangerous baserunning play in MLB: study

Winston-Salem, NC – Baserunning injuries in professional baseball occur most frequently during tag plays at home plate, concludes a new study from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.




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Music composers association creates wellness program

New York — The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has launched a wellness program for its members after a survey found that music creators are two to three times more likely than the general public to experience feelings of loneliness, disappointment and being ignored.




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COVID-19 pandemic: CDC releases guidance for fitness center employers, workers

Washington — Two new fact sheets from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are intended to help fitness center employers and workers reduce the spread of COVID-19.




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Researchers to look for link between stunt work and CTE

Athens, OH — “Scientists suspect that about 80% of stunt performers have experienced one or more serious head impacts while working.” That’s why an Ohio University professor is working with researchers at the Boston University Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Center to look at the brains of film and TV stunt performers.




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ESX Presents All-Virtual Conference

After canceling the 2020 conference and delivering a portion of the conference online, ESX — sponsored by the Electronic Security Association (ESA) — made a triumphant return in a fully virtual format, presenting education sessions and panels June 15-17.




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Email Marketing: A Must for Every Security Company

The Marketing Madmen explain the importance of email marketing.




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MxV Consulting Launches Momentum Security Training

MxV Consulting LLC is launching Momentum Security Training, an online, context-based education platform serving the physical security industry.




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Group337 & Momentum Security Training Partner

Group337, a team of experts focused on activating the companies, brands and people in the security industry through insights, intuition and ideas, announced a partnership with Momentum Security Training, an online, context-based education platform serving the physical security industry and its users. 




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Vigitron Opens Library for Security-Based Network Applications

Vigitron, a provider of networking solutions for security applications, has established a library for security-based network applications.




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ISC West Keynotes: Cybersecurity, Events Security & Team Leadership

This year’s keynote presenters include five high profile individuals who are widely-respected for their professional and lifetime achievements.




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Interface Shares Best Practices to Secure Mall-Based Retailers

The session is scheduled on May 1, 2023, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Aurora, Colo.




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SIA & Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Partner to Benefit Corporate Security Students

Students in the university’s College of Business, Security and Intelligence program will become members of SIA, gaining access to the association’s learning, development and career resources.




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It’s Time to Help Your Customers Get Security Tech Under Control

End users need help with technology management. It’s a function they’re often ready and willing to outsource, including the tracking, monitoring and managing of security devices, and more.




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WeSuite Enhances QuoteAnywhere Web-Based Platform

Both features will be available to users of WeSuite’s web-based platform, QuoteAnywhere, without the need for configuration or management via WeEstimate software.




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Xcelerate Sales Offers Sales Services to Security Companies

Xcelerate provides services on an outsourced, or fractional, basis. Fractional sales leadership offers a cost-effective solution, allowing security companies to affordably access experienced sales executives with a proven track record of success.




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AMAG Technology Introduces Financial Services Program

AMAG Technology Financial Services offers customized, flexible leasing solutions via a partnership with Vantage Financial.




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Safe setup of aerial devices

What environmental factors should electric utility crews consider when setting up aerial devices on a worksite?




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7 safety essentials for an electric fleet

What considerations should be taken into account when adding electric vehicles to a fleet?




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Human error often causes arc flash accidents

Will you please describe a typical arc flash accident that you would be called on to investigate? If possible, please include the root cause of the accident, the type of equipment involved, the tools used by the employee and the resultant injury.




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All about electrical risk assessments

What is the difference between an electrical risk assessment, a shock assessment and an arc flash assessment?




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Take a Closer Look

Vivint has had a disputed ride to its place as the No. 4 company in the industry on the SDM 100, but its bold “first adopter” attitude of new technologies is helping make security a “Best Buy” and opening new growth — and that needs to be recognized.




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Ascent Capital & Monitronics Talk Security Networks Acquisition

Ascent Capital Group announced that its primary operating subsidiary, Monitronics International Inc., established a deal to acquire Security Networks for a total transaction price of $507.5 million.




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The Security 'It' Factor

In 2008, ADS Security was the SDM 2008 Dealer of the Year Honoree. Since then nothing — and everything — has changed at the company, which is the 2014 Dealer of the Year.




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How the ‘New’ ADT Set Its North Star

Industry giant ADT is not only awake, it is focusing heavily on providing premium customer service and a better experience overall.




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SDM 2018 Dealer of the Year: Bates Security/Sonitrol of Lexington

Lexington, Ky., is known for a few things: horses, bluegrass, bourbon, a historic downtown area, and — when it comes to security systems — Bates Security/Sonitrol of Lexington.




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SDM 2019 Dealer of the Year: CPI Security of Charlotte, NC

From its humble beginnings in a Toyota Corolla, CPI Security — originally Crime Prevention Inc. — has operated with a singular focus.




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Self-retracting device

The DuraTech Self-Retracting Device features a side cable payout and an internal braking system that provides fast-acting braking for maximum stopping power in the event of a fall.




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Harnesses

The Contractor+ family of harnesses now offers a more supportive, secure and sturdy fit while adding functional elements for all-day comfort to meet the demanding needs of workers.




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Folding basket for service cranes

The Single Man Folding Basket for service cranes provides fall arrest and fall protection while helping eliminate the need for ladders or climbing on equipment.




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Safety harnesses

The Honeywell Miller H500 series of safety harnesses features specially formulated webbing that flexes to accommodate movement and body contours. Shoulder and back padding minimize overexertion and offer more breathability to keep workers drier and cooler, while an ergonomic waist pad provides optimum lumbar support.




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Floor cleaner and degreaser

Foothold is a water-based cleaner and degreaser formulated to help prevent slips and falls in wet, greasy and oily areas. It lifts and suspends heavy soils, brine, fat, and blood from walls, equipment and flooring materials such as rubber, metal and epoxies.




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Self-retracting lifelines

This upgraded product line features numerous safety improvements, including more robust shock packs to withstand greater fall forces, thicker cables and redesigned braking systems to provide greater dynamic strength.




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Blast injuries may cause long-term brain changes in soldiers: study

Chicago – Mild traumatic brain injury caused by blast exposures may alter soldiers’ brains, suggests a study from the Saint Louis University School of Medicine.




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Agent Orange exposure may increase skin cancer risk among Vietnam vets: study

Houston – Vietnam War veterans who were exposed to the herbicide Agent Orange may have an increased risk of developing skin cancer, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.




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Military vets exposed to burn pits can sign up for registry

Washington – The Department of Veterans Affairs has launched a registry to track the health of veterans exposed to burn pits and other airborne hazards in recent military operations, including Iraq and Afghanistan.