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Contact-detecting portable saw

The Jobsite Saw is the lightest, most portable and most affordable SawStop yet.




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Wearable early-warning fatigue detector

The Alert Band is a wearable early-warning Bluetooth fatigue detector band that attaches to a driver’s forehead.




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Wrist lanyards

The Squids 3114 Pull-On Wrist Lanyard (Carabiner) and Squids 3116 Pull-On Wrist Lanyard (Buckle) are designed for tools at or less than 3 pounds.




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Stretch-wrapping machines

The TAB Wrapper Tornado line of orbital stretch-wrapping packaging machines secures a load to its pallet as a single unit for improved protection, safety, stability and confidence in handling and transportation.




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Machine draw bar cover

Vertical mills are essential cutting tools in machine shops, used to remove material from the surface of metal workpieces.




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Table saw

The Jobsite Saw PRO Table Saw carries forward all the features of the original Jobsite Saw, including SawStop’s contact-detection technology, while adding new capabilities optimized for the construction and woodworking industries.




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FMCSA to medical examiners: Submit driver exams conducted when registry was offline

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has set a deadline of Sept. 30 for certified medical examiners to submit the results of physical qualification exams of commercial truck and bus drivers that were completed while the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners was offline from Dec. 1, 2017, through Aug. 13, 2018.




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FMCSA gives states 60 days to downgrade licenses of CMV drivers with drug, alcohol violations

Washington — State driver’s licensing agencies will have 60 days to initiate mandatory downgrades of commercial driver’s licenses and commercial learner’s permits once notified that a commercial motor vehicle operator has failed a drug or alcohol test, under a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration final rule set to go into effect Nov. 8.




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Speeding most frequently cited violation during Operation Safe Driver Week

Greenbelt, MD — Law enforcement officials issued more than 27,000 citations and warnings to drivers during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week.




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FMCSA final rule expands area where safety tech can be mounted on truck, bus windshields

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is increasing the area safety technology may be mounted inside commercial motor vehicles and expanding the definition of “vehicle safety technology.”




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FMCSA renews proposal for speed limiters on large trucks and buses

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is moving forward with – and seeking comment on – a proposed rule that would require the installation of speed-limiting devices on trucks, buses and multipurpose passenger vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds.




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FMCSA awards nearly $81 million in high-priority safety grants

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has awarded almost $81 million in grants via its High Priority Grant Program.




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FMCSA wants to expand Crash Preventability Determination Program

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking comment on potentially expanding a program intended to determine to what extent crashes involving commercial trucks and buses are preventable.




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Bill would halt FMCSA’s movement on speed limiters

Washington — Legislation recently introduced in the House would prohibit the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration from requiring speed-limiting devices on large trucks and buses.




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FMCSA seeking more input on how it decides if motor carriers are safe

Washington — As the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration considers revising how it determines if truck and bus companies are fit to operate safely, the agency is asking for feedback on research that could impact its decision.




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Audit email is a scam, FMCSA warns motor carriers

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration says scammers are sending “very convincing” emails that look like an agency notification to schedule a safety audit.




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Lightweight helmet

The EVOLite Skyworker Helmet is an extremely lightweight (less than 1 pound) helmet designed for working at height.




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Welding helmets

The Digital Infinity Series Welding Helmets feature a 13.4-square-inch viewing area to eliminate tunnel vision, adjustable head gear that includes an oversized comfort cushion, and multiple sensors and modes for greater performance.




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Bump cap/welding helmet

The Optrel Weldcap combines the lightweight wear, comfort and fit of a baseball cap with the protection of an auto-darkening welding helmet.




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Powered air purifying respiratory system

The e684 Helmet has been added to the e3000 Powered Air Purifying Respiratory system.




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Welding shield

The Deluxe Welding Shield is a lightweight (less than 14 ounces) full-size helmet that covers the wearer’s head, neck and ears.




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Hard hat with accessory slots

The Classic Series Hard Hats line has been expanded to include the C35, an extra-large full-brim model that accommodates slot-mounted accessories.




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Welding helmet

The VIKING 3350 Series Helmet features a Steampunk graphic theme.




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Windproof balaclava

The 6823RT Realtree Wind-Proof Hinged Balaclava is designed to retain heat from the heads and necks of workers.




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Welding helmet

The T94 Series Welding Helmet is designed to reduce neck strain and fatigue while improving operator comfort, visibility and productivity.




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Welding helmet

Classic hot rod cars inspired the latest VIKING 3350 Series helmet design, Hot Rodders.




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Welding series

MSA and Miller Electric Mfg. Co. are joining forces to manufacture welding shields and adapters for use with MSA hard hats.




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Welding helmet

The Panoramaxx Welding Helmet allows for brightness and clarity of the welder’s view from setup through inspection.




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Hard hat with fly net

This hard hat features a large fly net to minimize mosquito, fly and sunlight access to a worker’s face.




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Flame-resistant welding cap

Uniquely constructed of single-layer flame-resistant cotton, the AH1630-GS Flame-Resistant Welding Cap provides lightweight protection from sparks, with less heat trapping.




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Welding/grinding respirator

The Z4 Welding/Grinding Respirator is the lightest professional flip-up in the world, weighing only 1.77 pounds.




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Welding helmet

The crystal2.0 Welding Helmet with Crystal 2.0 Lens Technology (CLT2.0) delivers 31 percent visible light transmission in its light state (Protection Level 2.0).




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Sweatband

This head protection sweatband is blue terry cloth and 100% cotton. The sweatband attaches using plastic snaps that provide a universal method of donning.




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Welding helmets

Swarm A10, A20 and A30 helmets make it easier for welders to use the correct eye protection. The A10 has an auto-darkening filter fixed to shade 11. The A20 and A30, featuring a shade range from nine to 13, have an external shade selector knob and full internal dial controls, respectively.




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Tips for choosing safety footwear

I work as a railway inspection and maintenance specialist and have recently noticed workers wearing boots with safety features I haven’t seen before. What trends in footwear safety could benefit me in my line of work?




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Finding the right fit for safety footwear

How do I find the right shoe for the job, according to personal protective equipment standards for footwear?




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Work boots and fatigue

Why do my boots make my legs so tired?




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Understanding work boot safety standards

How important is it for boot safety standards to match federal and state requirements?




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Safety footwear construction

Does it really matter how my safety boot is constructed?




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Torsional stability in work boots

When is torsional stability in a work boot most important?




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Seasonal safety footwear

What should a safety manager look for in seasonal safety footwear?




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Innovations in women’s footwear

What are some recent innovations in women’s footwear that workers and safety pros should consider?




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Report examines work-related asthma in California

Sacramento, CA – Almost 1 million people in California have work-related asthma, according to a new surveillance report from the California Department of Public Health.




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White paper warns of chemical exposure from building materials

Falls Church, VA – Workers may be exposed to a group of synthetic chemicals used in building materials without realizing it, according to a new white paper from the American Industrial Hygiene Association.




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Industrial hygienist salaries have increased, AIHA survey shows

Falls Church, VA – The average salary for industrial hygienists has increased more than $10,000 in the past five years, according to survey results released May 30 by the American Industrial Hygiene Association.




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Practice good housekeeping in the workplace

To maintain a safe and healthy workplace, housekeeping must be a priority.




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Hearing conservation software

Complying with Mine Safety and Health Administration and OSHA hearing conservation regulations has never been easier, thanks to the easy-to-use design of the Solo Occupational DBMS software.




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Wireless headset

Powered by DECT7 wireless technology, the Apex 3-Series Wireless Headset with Advanced Hearing Protection connects team members in full-duplex conversation, similar to a conference call.




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Earplug fit-test software update

Earplug fit-test software VeriPRO 4.0 has been updated. Using a simple test administered under headphones, VeriPRO helps employers determine proper fit and aids in the selection of hearing protection.




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Wearable speakers

Unlike earbuds that can eliminate all surrounding noise, potentially putting a worker in danger, Zulu Audio Wearable Bluetooth Speakers use magnets to attach to a worker’s clothing for wireless audio streaming.