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Biden says OSHA will issue an emergency temporary standard on COVID-19 vaccination, testing

Washington — OSHA is developing an emergency rule that will require employers with at least 100 workers to “ensure their workforces are fully vaccinated or show a negative test at least once a week,” President Joe Biden announced Sept. 9.




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Advocacy groups to NHTSA: Reconsider ‘fatally flawed’ final rule on ‘underride’ guards for large trucks

Washington — A pair of advocacy groups are calling on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to reconsider a final rule aimed at strengthening protections for drivers and passengers in light vehicles involved in “underride” crashes, which occur when vehicles strike the rear of large trucks and slide underneath.




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Trucking safety advocates push for advance of ‘critical’ safety reforms

Washington — The Truck Safety Coalition is calling on the Department of Transportation and Congress to advance “critical truck safety reforms” after the recent release of its “Deadliest Truck Crash States” report.




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Boot and glove dryer

Rain and sweat can leave work boots and gloves soaked with moisture. This not only makes them cold and uncomfortable to wear, it also creates a breeding ground for bacteria, fungus and molds.




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Safety overshoe

The Millenium Full Protect is an ASTM-certified safety overshoe that features a safety toe cap, penetration-resistant midsole and slip-resistant sole.




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Adjustable ice traction device

Turn hard-working boots into ice picks of steely sturdiness with the TREX 6310 Adjustable Ice Traction Device.




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Columbia Southern University




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Coventry Workers’ Comp Services

A safe workplace is the best strategy for keeping workers on the job and productive. When injuries do occur, you need a partner you can trust to combat their impact. See what Coventry’s Expertise@Work can do to eliminate unnecessary medical spending and promote injured worker recovery and return-to-work.

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Glove Guard, LP

Reduce suit-up time while increasing wrist and hand mobility with the Glove Rings® accessory! Made from a strong, flexible plastic, they provide a firm surface for taping that makes a better and more consistent seal. Perfect for rain gear, hydro-blasting, industrial cleaning, hazmat, raingear, asbestos abatement and much more!

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Mount Vernon FR

The Mount Vernon FR line of AMTEX TC flame-resistant fabrics combines comfort, strength and a high level of protection so workers don’t have to make any tradeoffs. The fabrics speak to the unique needs of the FR industry, as they increase both comfort and durability without sacrificing protection.

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Protective Industrial Products, Inc.

PIP’s ANSI Class 3 Ripstop Premium Plus Bomber Jacket is designed with our exclusive Ripstop Polyester 300 D. coated waterproof outer shell that features taped seams and a hideaway hood and removable fleece liner to maximize multi-seasonal use. Comes standard with integrated watertight D-Ring access and seven pockets, including special pockets for ID and radio/cell.

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Superior Glove Works

NEW! 18-gauge knit means unsurpassed dexterity – ASTM Cut-Level 2 protection. The foam nitrile palm coating has been perfected to provide smooth, flexible maneuverability that also increases your grip in oil. Get free samples by calling (800) 265-7617.

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University of Texas at Austin

HSTC at The University of Texas at Austin is proud to offer Associate Safety Professional and Certified Safety Professional exam prep courses!

  • Three-day boot camp-style exam prep workshop
  • Curriculum is based on actual exam certification material
  • Receive instructor guidance through workbook exercises and mock tests

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Wolverine

Wolverine is the premium work boot for men and women on the toughest jobsites. With focus on comfort and innovation, Wolverine offers a full line of footwear, apparel and accessories to get the job done. Wolverine – Made True Since 1883.

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Backing up vehicles safely

From 2005 to 2010, dump trucks, semi-trailers, trucks, forklifts, garbage trucks and pickup trucks were involved in nearly 200 workplace backover deaths, according to OSHA.




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You’ve broken a fluorescent lightbulb. Now what?

Use of compact fluorescent lightbulbs can save money, conserve energy, reduce waste and lower greenhouse gas emissions, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. However, CFLs contain mercury – a potent neurotoxin that, in small amounts, can cause serious health problems. At room temperature, mercury is a liquid and can readily evaporate into the air.




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Reduce crushing injuries involving presses

Nearly half of all work-related injuries involving mechanical power presses result in amputation, statistics compiled by OSHA show. Around 60% of amputations involve a worker’s fingers or arm getting caught or compressed by a press or other machinery such as a conveyer, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.




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Conduct a blue line review

The “blue line” is defined as the path workers take to get their work done. The National Safety Council adds: “Blue line reviews are field observations of work by leaders with the goal of better understanding how work is actually performed.”




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Avoid injuries when using liftgates

Severed fingers and toes are injuries commonly associated with using truck liftgates. So are crushed feet.




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Safe operation of overhead cranes

Serious injuries and even death can occur if overhead cranes aren’t inspected and properly used.




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California moves a step closer toward indoor heat regulation

Sacramento, CA — California’s Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board has unanimously approved a standard on heat exposure in indoor workplaces.




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Columbia Southern University

With more than 20 years of providing occupational safety and health education, Columbia Southern University is an online leader in producing highly qualified OSH graduates. Our online associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in OSH offer training in environmental science, air quality, ergonomics and more. Contact CSU to get started today!

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Glove Guard, LP

The Goggle Guard Clip works with both full-brim and cap-style hard hats to keep safety goggles securely held. The integrated pencil clip fits No. 2 pencils, carpenter pencils or small to medium-sized pens. Customize your clip with a project ID, contact information, logo or safety slogan imprint.

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Mount Vernon FR

The Mount Vernon FR line of AMTEXT TC Flame-Resistant Fabrics combines comfort, strength and a high level of protection so workers don’t have to make any tradeoffs. The fabrics feel lighter than they actually are, increasing comfort for workers, especially in hot weather and high temperature environments.

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Protective Industrial Products

You asked for a cut-resistant Maxiflex. So we did it. Introducing MaxifleCut with proprietary GripTech® technology for unprecedented precision handling and safety. The Maxiflex® Cut offers the same comfort and breathability as the Maxiflex Ultimate but provides EN Cut Level 3 protection.

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Wolverine

Wolverine is the premium work boot for men and women on the toughest jobsites. With a focus on comfort and innovation, Wolverine offers a full line of footwear, apparel and accessories to get the job done. Wolverine – Made True Since 1883.

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Creating a ‘sound’ hearing conservation program

OSHA requires employers to have a hearing conservation program for construction workers whose noise exposure exceeds 90 dBA – but does not provide specifics. Taking into account challenges such as a transient workforce and outdoor environments, what are the most important elements of a hearing conservation program for construction workers?




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NIOSH, NHCA announce hearing loss prevention award winners

New Orleans – NIOSH and the National Hearing Conservation Association have honored two companies for their efforts to prevent work-related noise-induced hearing loss.




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Hearing conservation: Listen up

OSHA estimates that 30 million U.S. workers are exposed to hazardous noise every year. What can safety professionals do to help protect the workforce from hearing loss?




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Navy researcher wins NIOSH’s annual Safe-in-Sound award

Dallas — Navy researcher Kurt Yankaskas is the recipient of the 2019 NIOSH Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Award, presented Feb. 9 at the National Hearing Conservation Association’s annual conference.




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More than a quarter of Australian workers have ringing in the ears: 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.




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In new video, workers with hearing loss promote protection

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




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You’ve got more time to submit Safe-in-Sound award nominations

Washington — NIOSH has extended until Aug. 18 the nomination deadline for its 2023 Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Award.




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Army developing hearing protection standard for all service branches

Fort Detrick, MD — The U.S. Army is developing a new standard to help protect all military service members from hearing problems caused by blast injuries.




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Do you know a hearing conservation hero?

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




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NIOSH study highlights urgent need for hearing conservation in utility sector

Cincinnati — Utility workers have the highest occurrence of hearing loss among noise-exposed workers in all industries, results of a recent NIOSH study show.




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Infographic: Helping workers adapt to hot environments

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.




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A look at OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program

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




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Most food industry employees work when ill, survey finds

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.




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Salary Survey 2015

The results of Safety+Health’s 2015 Salary Survey are in, featuring data from 1,400 safety professionals, broken out by job title, experience, region and more. How does your salary stack up?




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Infographic: Guide to the New ANSI Cut Levels

In this infographic, Magid Glove explains new changes to the ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 cut protection standard: How to read the new cut level icon and how to choose the right cut level for the job.




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2016 Training Survey

How much should an organization spend on training? How should that training be presented? Safety professionals across a variety of industries participated in Safety+Health’s inaugural Training Survey to provide answers.




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Salary Survey 2016

The results of Safety+Health’s 2016 Salary Survey are in, featuring data broken out by job title, experience, region and more. How does your salary stack up?




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Health care worker group releases flier on the ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of wearing gloves

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.




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OSHA’s Top 10 Most Cited Violations for 2016

Safety+Health presents OSHA's most frequently cited violations for fiscal year 2016. Also: the annual "penalty box" detailing the year's largest fines, and an exclusive interview with Patrick Kapust, deputy director of OSHA's Directorate of Enforcement Programs.




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7 tips for an effective workplace safety committee

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




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Salary Survey 2017

The results of Safety+Health's 2017 Salary Survey are in, featuring data broken out by job title, experience, region and more. How does your salary stack up?




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OSHA’s Top 10 most-cited violations for fiscal year 2017

Which violation is making its first appearance on OSHA’s list of most-cited violations? Safety+Health presents the data on OSHA’s “Top 10” for fiscal year 2017. Also: A Q&A with Patrick Kapust, deputy director of the agency’s Directorate of Enforcement Programs.




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Salary Survey 2018

The results of Safety+Health’s 2018 Salary Survey are in, featuring data broken out by job title, experience, region and more. How does your salary stack up?




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OSHA’s 'Top 10' most-cited violations

Which violation is making its first appearance on OSHA’s annual list of most-cited violations? Safety+Health presents the data on OSHA’s “Top 10” for fiscal year 2018. Also: An exclusive Q&A with Patrick Kapust, deputy director of the agency’s Directorate of Enforcement Programs.