Washington — For oil and gas extraction workers, a combination of extended work hours, long commutes and insufficient sleep increases their odds of engaging in risky driving behaviors, according to a recent NIOSH study.

Ottawa, Ontario — Just 24 hours of sleep deprivation can significantly impact decision-making processes and may result in risky choices, researchers caution.

MS Fire Protection is said to provide a valuable launch point for Pye-Barker’s fire sprinkler operations in the Golden State’s Central Valley region.

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. 

Kevin Waters, an executive leadership consultant, helps executive and sales teams realign their focus and drive meaningful results. His TMA OPSTech keynote will be Nov. 11, 9 a.m. EST.

Brivo and Eye Eye believe that in the near future, security integrators will no longer be selling a video management system (VMS). Instead, they will be selling a smart video system where potential problems are detected and resolved automatically.

At its three mixed-used Ottawa properties housing 600+ residential units, 10 ground-floor retail units and 149,000 square feet of office space, the company required a solution to centralize security operations, effectively monitoring public spaces, while also ensuring the privacy of tenants in their individual spaces.

Based in Flemington, N.J., SDG provides businesses 24/7 surveillance of safety, burglary and fire threats to help aid emergency response, limit property damage and protect lives.

The acquisition of Vortex Security is said to increase Guardian Protection’s customer base primarily in its central Florida footprint.

Absolute Systems of Kansas City has acquired Eclipse Integration, expanding its commercial security solutions and presence in the metropolitan market.

Better Protection’s acquisition of DFS Fire Systems bolsters its national presence and enhances its fire protection services across the Southwest.

Everon has been honored with the 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion Award for its exceptional efforts in recruiting, hiring, and retaining military veterans.

With the purchase of Sonitrol New England, Pye-Barker gains branches in Connecticut and Rhode Island, enhancing its fire and security services for commercial clients across the Northeast.

The Inverted-L Anchor Track System provides the perfect fall protection solution for vehicle and railcar applications.

The Miller AirCore Fall Protection Harness is designed with breathable, open-core padding technology to provide airflow while reducing heat and moisture entrapment.

Fall protection compliance remains a problem across the country. At the 2015 National Safety Council Congress & Expo in Atlanta, OSHA’s Fall Protection Standard (1926.501) was named the agency’s most frequently cited standard – for the fifth year in a row. What are the main barriers to compliance? And what are fall protection manufacturers doing to help?

The "Career Paths in Safety" brochure shows BCSP's certification options at basic, technologist and technician, trainer, and professional levels. It outlines safety education, experience and job roles. "Career Paths in Safety" includes information on BCSP's certifications including the CSP, ASP, OHST, CHST, STS, STSC and CET.

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SPAN is the world leader in safety professional exam preparation workshops and self-study workbooks. Take your career to the next level – get certified! (ASP, CSP, CHST, CHMM, OHST.)

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What are the implications of the new OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 regulation?

How do we determine if our high-visibility apparel is right for the job or task while also making sure it meets standards and requirements?

Keeping workers happy as well as safe starts by supplying personal protective equipment that fits well, feels good and they’re proud to wear.

How are safety managers stacking additional safety and productivity considerations with their hi-vis program?

How can utility workers best prepare for cold-weather conditions?

Considering the workforce can be very diverse, and the tasks performed are varied, what’s your biggest challenge in determining the appropriate gloves or arm protection (considering cut resistant factor) while maintaining comfort and dexterity for the worker?

How do I select a quality management system that meets key safety requirements and best practices to ensure its successful rollout and use?

Data analytics has a lot to offer on an industrial worksite from an efficiency, safety and cost-savings perspective. But, my employees are concerned with the level of data collection this requires and their privacy. How can I address this?

Laboratory Applications Emergency Shower Booths are available with finished side exterior panels.

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.

EarthSafe cleaning solutions aim to provide industrial and commercial facilities with safety and sustainability. The collection includes FlashDry, an all-natural industrial absorbent made from an organic fiber with six times the absorbing power of clay-based products.

The EVAHL Powered Air-Purifying Respirator is HazLoc-rated, NIOSH-approved and certified by CSA International for hazardous locations Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T6; Class II, Division 2 Groups F, G; and Class III.

FootRests High Energy Footwear enables workers to be more productive by reducing foot fatigue, providing comfort for a 12-hour shift and energizing workers so they are more efficient.

The Due North All Purpose Industrial is a winter traction solution for tough work environments.

Innovation, quality components, styling and expert construction define the Portwest Safety Footwear Collection.

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.

What do workers want from their foot protection? What do they need to know?

It can be easy to operate in the mindset that “bad things won’t happen to me on the job.” But when it comes to protecting your eyesight, stop for a moment and consider: Every day, 2,000 workplace eye injuries requiring medical attention occur, according to NIOSH.

The VelocityEHS mobile app helps employees conduct inspections and observations from their mobile devices, even when offline.

Most commonly used on H-frame presses or compacting presses that are hydraulic powered, these corrosion-resistant ejection curtains are coiled-wire fabric machine guards, widely used in the manufacturing and fabrication industries to guard operators from ejected parts and debris during machine use.

Allow for physical distancing and minimize face-to-face interaction in lobbies and entryways with check-in kiosk technology.

The visibility of this patented safety checklist solution means busy supervisors can see at a glance if a forklift operator has completed a pre-shift inspection.

OmniPro is a collision avoidance system with Visual Artificial Intelligence, which enables line-of-travel, crosswalk, and blind-spot alerting of pedestrians and vehicles.

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.

To address fire door deficiencies in various work settings, use this 13-point inspection and repair process to ensure compliance with NFPA 80 standards.

The “Career Paths in Safety” brochure shows BCSP’s certification options at basic, technologist and technician, trainer, and professional levels. It outlines safety education, experience and job roles. “Career Paths in Safety” includes information on BCSP’s certifications including the CSP, ASP, OHST, CHST, STS, STSC and CET.

Click here for more information from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals

Safety sign and absorbent in one. Absorb spills and reduce slips, trips and falls with Brady SPC’s High-Visibility Safety Mat. These attention-grabbing mats combine extreme absorbency and durability with a yellow caution color and printed messages. While absorbing spills in your facility, this mat improves safety by visually warning workers of potential slip hazards. Request a sample.

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Rosco’s Dual-Vision XC 2+1 has the capacity to identify unsafe environments and situations through its ability to continuously record video and provide instant driver feedback. With new Wi-Fi download capability and 3+ camera options, Dual-Vision is revolutionizing windshield-based recording.

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SPAN is the world leader in safety professional exam preparation workshops, self-study workbooks and software. Take your career to the next level – get certified (ASP, CSP, CHST, CHMM, OHST).

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Washington – A new booklet from NIOSH describes safe work practices to help residential construction workers avoid manual material handling injuries.

Phoenix – OSHA’s threat to take away Arizona’s oversight of construction safety – prompted by alleged inadequacies in the state’s fall protection standard – is unnecessary in light of recently passed legislation, an attorney representing the state said in a May 1 letter to the federal agency.