The RT3-5605 heavy-tool retractable tether is designed for tools up to 3.5 pounds. When a tool is retracted, lanyard exposure is minimized to avoid snagging.

Greenbelt, MD — An unannounced inspection blitz of commercial motor vehicles resulted in 12.6% of those checked being placed out of service for brake-related violations, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance recently announced.

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.

Washington — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a final rule intended to protect drivers and passengers on motorcoaches and large buses during rollovers by enhancing the structural integrity of the vehicles.

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.”

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.

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking stakeholder comment on whether to require universal electronic identification for commercial motor vehicles operating in interstate commerce.

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.

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.

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

The Ranger style has been added to the line of JSP HardCap A1+ Bump Caps.

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

The Bullard Bump Cap is a lightweight, sleekly styled cap designed and engineered to provide all-day comfort, durability and protection against minor bumps, bruises and lacerations.

The N-Ferno 6847 FR Balaclava Face Mask meets two flame-resistant standards: NFPA 70E and NFPA 2112.

The AirPro SecurePlus Baseball Bump Cap from Centurion is available in high-visibility yellow, navy and black.

Before wearing a mouth-covering mask for the day, apply two or three sprays of this alcohol-free 24-hour mouth mask/fabric sanitizer directly on the outer surface of the mask.

The Honeywell North Primair 900 (PA900) Series Headgear offers users an all-in-one eye, face, head and respiratory safety solution, as well as ANSI-certified and NIOSH-approved protection for a range of applications.

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

Ergodyne’s addition to the Skullerz line of light-duty head protection solutions allows users to turn any hat into comfortable protection against head injury hazards such as low ceilings, beams and pipes.

The Nexus E:Protect lighter-weight hard hat is made of plant-derived bio polymers, wood fibers and recycled plastics. It uses Centurion Safety’s six-point webbing suspension and ratchet adjustment and has an optional chinstrap.

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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.

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown C-suite leaders the value of safety professionals.

With a unique curved-stem design, Glide Earplugs allow workers to find their custom fit.

The Fader Plug is an adjustable mechanical earplug that gives users control over how much sound enters their ear with the simple turn of an attenuator.

The Sena Tufftalk Bluetooth Integrated Earmuff offers protection from harmful noise, while the ambient mode feature allows users to amplify external sounds – generating a greater sense of awareness so important alarms or calls can be heard while hearing remains protected.

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.

This comprehensive lineup of disposable earplugs features 14 new products that include corded, uncorded and metal-detectable styles.

The new ISOtunes LINK and ISOtunes XTRA 2.0 maintain ISOtunes’ SafeMax Technology while introducing enhancements in design and functionality.

FREE 2.0 earbuds filter damaging noise levels while allowing users to listen to music and take phone calls without removing the earbuds.

The Air Defender AM/FM has a noise reduction rating of 24 decibels and is IPX4-rated for water/sweat resistance. It has a foam headband, ear cushions, and an auxiliary cable to plug into smartphones or other devices.

Chameleon Ears PRO Custom Earbud Sleeves are supersoft hydrophobic silicone sleeves that improve comfort and sound while eliminating the danger of losing an earpiece.

Hopkinton, MA – “Overexertion involving outside sources” was the leading cause of disabling injuries in the United States in 2014 for the third consecutive year, according to the Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index, an annual ranking of serious, nonfatal workplace injuries based on direct workers’ compensation costs.

Basel, Switzerland – Health care professionals’ judgment varies significantly when they conduct medical evaluations to determine whether workers should receive disability benefits for an injury or illness, and standards are needed to improve the process, according to researchers from the University of Basel.

Indianapolis — Indiana Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) has introduced legislation that would dramatically increase maximum fines for on-the-job fatalities.

Cambridge, MA — Beginning physical therapy days, rather than weeks, after suffering a low back injury is associated with better outcomes, according to the results of a recent study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute.

New York — Fewer than 10% of the estimated 250,000 employees who contracted COVID-19 while on the job last year in New York state filed for workers’ compensation benefits, and fewer than 1% have received a hearing, according to a recent report from the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health.

Austin, TX — The Texas Department of Insurance’s Division of Workers’ Compensation has published a plain language glossary intended to make workers’ comp insurance easier to understand.

Cambridge, MA — Few workers receive chiropractic care for low back pain in states where employers or insurers control the selection of medical providers, a recent study of workers’ compensation data shows.

Washington — The House has passed legislation that would expand the types of medical professionals who can treat injured employees under the Federal Workers’ Compensation Program.

Lincoln, NE — A corrections worker who was injured during a self-defense training course wasn’t wrongfully terminated after her injury left her with permanent work restrictions, the Nebraska Supreme Court has ruled.

Melbourne, Australia — People who are unable to work because of a disabling on-the-job injury or illness are at greater risk for suicide or self-harm, according to the results of a recent research review.

Bardavon Health Innovations recently has expanded into injury prevention to protect workers from musculoskeletal disorders in addition to helping with recovery. In this endeavor, they have acquired the leading workplace injury prevention company, Preventure.

Boston — Ten common causes of workplace injuries and illnesses accounted for about 80% of U.S. employers’ overall injury costs in 2020, the 2023 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index shows.

Morgantown, WV — A permanent disability caused by a work-related injury can increase the risk of other serious health disorders and even premature death, results of recent study suggest.

The PipeMarker V8 is a new software program for Microsoft Windows 7 and 8 that features the K-Sun PEARLabel 400iXL, a 300-dpi, wide-format thermal transfer printer.

Megaman Absorbent-Lined Single-Use Gloves have an absorbent inner layer that controls perspiration, promotes skin health and features a durable multilayer construction for increased barrier protection.

The Knuckle Buster Anti-Vibe Glove is an arc-rated anti-vibration and impact-protective work glove featuring flame-resistant gel on both the palm and top of hand.