Workers at height. Stacked materials. Pedestrian, forklift and truck traffic. All in one place. “Loading docks are very dangerous areas for employees,” OSHA’s Reginald Jackson says.

Portable dockboards are used to help prevent falls over gaps in the surface when forklifts, pallet jacks, carts and other equipment are moving between a trailer and the warehouse dock area.

The Loner Bridge System by Blackline is the first safety monitoring solution that functions in remote areas and outside of cell coverage. This system will automatically send an alert to monitoring personnel and nearby team members in the event of an emergency – even if the employee is unconscious or incapacitated.

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SkyGuard: Bolt-together, non-penetrating protection for smoke hatches and venting skylights. Free-standing design maintains waterproof integrity. Galvanized bases for resistance to the elements. Rail height 42 inches. Meets OSHA 1910.23(a)(4) and 1926.501 (b)(4). Standard and custom sizes. Rubber foot pads prevent sliding or damage to membranes.

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Reinforce your safety training. The J. J. Keller^® EyeCue^® Visual Learning System uses a simple – yet effective – three-step process:

1. Train – Deliver training enhanced with eye-catching EyeCue^® icons
2. Identify – Place the corresponding EyeCue^® tags in your workplace
3. Reinforce – Encourage employees to connect the tags to the training

Visit JJKeller.com/EyeCue for details.

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Junkin Folding Plastic Backboard JSA-366 is a rugged, bright yellow polyethylene folding spineboard with 12 large hand holes for easy handling, built-in runners, low profile and X-ray translucent. Four patient straps included. Load capacity is 375 pounds. Call (888) 458-6546 or email junkinsafetyco@gmail.com for more information.

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The Men’s Hybred^® Waterproof Composition Toe Workboot, a new style from Justin Original Workboots, features the latest technology for superior comfort and safety. The composition toe exceeds ASTM F2413-11, 175, C75 safety standards and has the J-Flex Flexible Comfort System^® so the boots are as comfortable as they are tough.

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Master Lock’s Confined Space Covers prevent unauthorized entries and guard against weather and debris. Clear OSHA-compliant signage and secure barrier locks protect against the hazards of unsupervised confined spaces. Learn more.

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The Sked RAS (Rapid Access System) is designed to hang on a wall or behind a door and provides a quick way to safely package and remove someone from a dangerous environment. The RAS contains a hanging bag with four HMH Skeds. Perfect for schools, hospitals and shopping malls.

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Make safety management easy with PureSafety. PureSafety software lets you centralize and deliver all of your training, understand every employee’s training status, and track workplace safety performance metrics. Find out how.

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Workrite^® FR has introduced a line of enhanced-visibility, flame-resistant (FR) coveralls, shirts and pants – made from either Westex UltraSoft^® or Glen Raven GlenGuard^®. They use 2-inch triple-trim tape with ¾-inch-wide silver reflective tape – adding protection against flash fire, electric arc flash and combustible dust hazards in limited-light conditions.

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Washington – NIOSH has developed a sound level meter mobile app designed to measure noise exposure in the workplace.

Toronto — Brief episodes of intense noise exposure for city commuters – particularly those in and around public transit vehicles – could prove damaging in the long term, researchers from the University of Toronto warn in a new study.

Perth, Australia — Around 1 out of 4 Australian workers experience ringing in the ears – called tinnitus – and those in the construction, automotive, transportation and agricultural industries may be at higher risk, results of a recent study suggest.

Silver Spring, MD — A recent study of older and retired construction trade workers shows that more than half experience hearing impairment – and the risk increases with age.

Washington — Although some employers may incorrectly assume otherwise, people with a hearing disability can be safe and effective workers, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says in a recently updated document.

Aurora, CO — A new video from the National Hearing Conservation Association aims to raise awareness of on-the-job hearing loss and tinnitus.

Washington — NIOSH is accepting nominations for its 2025 Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Award.

As a writer I’m loath to admit it, but sometimes words just can’t paint as clear of a picture as, well, a picture.

A recent National Safety Council poll found 80 percent of drivers believe hands-free cell phones are safer than handheld phones.

Heat stress can be deadly, and employers need to protect their employees from the dangers of hot environments. Here’s one tool to give you a better picture on how to do just that.

The CDC Foundation has released an extensive online resource to help employers and workers improve health and safety.

OSHA’s Severe Violator Enforcement Program is almost 5 years old. Is it working as intended? Stakeholders and OSHA-watchers weigh in.

Safety+Health’s 2015 Job Outlook offers good news for occupational safety and health professionals: Most respondents to the survey reported that jobs are secure and opportunities are expanding.

Atlanta – Preventing heart disease and improving health and productivity in the workplace is the goal of “Business Pulse: Heart Health,” released April 29 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Foundation.

Austin, TX – A majority of food industry employees go to work when sick, according to a new survey commissioned by training and consulting company Alchemy Systems.

Across industries, workers are changing jobs more frequently than their parents and grandparents did. Safety+Health’s 2016 Job Outlook survey asked: How does job turnover among safety pros affect worker safety?

Members of the National Safety Council Consulting Services Group travel across the country – and the world – to visit worksites and conduct safety audits. They share with Safety+Health seven hazards they frequently spot, and offer advice on preventing them.

View or share a National Safety Month infographic summarizing the biggest risks at each stage of a person's life.

Arlington, VA – The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology has created a flier detailing best practices for proper use of different types of gloves in health care settings.

Safety+Health shares seven tips from veteran safety professionals Carl Potter and Richard Hawk on making safety committee meetings more enjoyable.

Are occupational safety and health professionals looking to change jobs? Safety+Health presents the latest results from its annual survey.

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

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.

Waterloo, Ontario — Overhead work is associated with shoulder injuries. New resources from the Center of Research Expertise for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders, also known as CRE-MSD, are intended to help employers and workers address MSD risks caused by overhead work.

The potential hazards present on a worksite can be exacerbated during inclement conditions such as rain. Working in the rain can cause slippery surfaces and limited visibility.

Floodwaters can be contaminated with any number of dangerous substances that may cause serious illness or even death, such as micro-organisms, sewage and industrial waste. It is imperative to maintain good hygiene when working in areas affected by floods.

Outdoor workers can be exposed to various hazards – including poisonous plants, stinging insects and venomous snakes – that can cause health problems ranging from slight discomfort to a serious allergic reaction. Experts offer advice on to help keep these workers safe.

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

How much hydration is enough?

From homes and workplaces to sidewalks and playgrounds, cement is everywhere. According to the Portland Cement Association, cement is one of the safest building materials available – when precautions are observed.

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.

Even if you don’t live or work in an earthquake-prone area, don’t dismiss the threat. Earthquakes can occur in all 50 states.

Secaucus, NJ — Lyme disease is becoming more common outside the Northeast and more prevalent in the United States overall, a recent study by lab services provider Quest Diagnostics shows.

The American Academy of Dermatology cautions outdoor workers to be aware of an invisible hazard: the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Exposure to these rays for hours is a major risk factor for a number of skin cancers, including melanoma – the most serious form.

Heat-related illnesses accounted for 783 worker deaths and nearly 70,000 serious injuries in the United States from 1992 to 2016. And in 2018 alone, 3,950 workers experienced days away from work as a result of nonfatal injuries and illnesses from on-the-job heat exposure.

According to the National Safety Council, in 2018, 53 children died in hot cars. Although these incidents are more common in the summer months, they’re not limited to July and August.

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

Earthquakes don’t last long, but they can have long-lasting effects on both people and property. Is your workplace prepared?

Outdoor workers are unique in that they regularly share their workspaces with wasps, bees, hornets and other stinging insects. It’s important for workers to know how to respond to and treat stings, especially because some people may be allergic.