Keeping workers comfortable and productive on the job often starts with taking care of their feet. Download a free training presentation to start sharing foot safety facts with your crew at your next safety meeting.

Booth # 3152

Help reduce slips and falls in slick or wet environments with our proprietary rubber sole compound and tread pattern. Laboratory and field tests reveal superior performance on a wide range of flooring conditions. STABILgrippers can easily be washed by hand in hot, soapy water, or can simply be thrown in the dishwasher.

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Booth #2747

Founded in 1924, the production of ABUS padlocks has set a worldwide benchmark for security. “Made in Germany” stands worldwide for excellent engineering and the highest quality levels. Products include various grades of padlocks, chains and cables, file bars, diskus locks, lockout tagout devices, and more. Visit www.abus.com for more information.

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Booth #1565

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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Booth #2551

With OSHA aligning the HazCom standard with GHS, there is plenty of work to keep track of before – and in between – each deadline. Bring clarity and confidence to your HazCom/GHS compliance with “The Streamlined Guide to GHS.” This guidebook provides five steps to compliance, including SDSs, chemical labeling, training and more. Download now.

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Booth #2266

New from BullEx: Are your employees prepared to face a fire emergency? Use the new interactive R.A.C.E. Station from BullEx to train your staff on the R.A.C.E. method (Rescue, Alert, Confine, Extinguish). Prepare them to take the correct actions from the moment they spot a fire.

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Booth #3426 (Chapman Innovations)

CarbonX® with Z-Flex® Aluminization enhances both protection and comfort for individuals working in molten-metal and high-heat environments. Unlike other aluminized fabrics that can be rigid and heavy, CarbonX aluminized solutions are flexible and lightweight yet still provide maximum temperature resistance and extraordinary protection against splash, spatter and sparks. Visit www.carbonx.com.

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Booth #2917

The B.S. in Occupational Safety and Health degree will provide students with a flexible, relevant, and current curriculum that will include opportunities for students to demonstrate a depth of knowledge in safety and health theory and technology necessary to function at the safety and health professional level in industry.

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Booth #3752

Our new collection of AR/FR accessories keep you covered in any environment. The SunShield™ Lightweight Balaclava is moisture-wicking, breathable and protects against harsh sun; the highly versatile Shape Shifter™ Neck Tube gives unlimited wearing options; and the Cold Warrior™ Balaclava sheds rain and snow to keep you warm in punishing temperatures.

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Booth #1759

Discover comfort and freedom of movement with KleenGuard* A45 Paint & Protective Apparel. Our lightweight, silicone-free, anti-stat material and enclosed zipper provide an exceptional liquid and particle barrier. And our exclusive Reflex* design sets the standard for comfortable fit and agility to keep you productive all day.

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Booth #4224

SGS Galson Laboratories’ Personal Exposure Vest provides hassle-free sampling and monitoring. It holds up to 6 pumps/real-time instruments for noise, dust, gases, fumes and more! Try it on at Booth 4224 and receive a show discount on the PEV.

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Booth #4115

SonicAire® fans prevent combustible dust buildup and save money. They are the only proactive solution for dust control in overhead areas. SonicAire creates an air curtain that shields overhead structures from dust buildup for continuous OSHA compliance. One-time investment –permanent clean. Consider our “Try and Buy” program. Call Jordan Newton at (336) 712-2437 or email jtnewton@iesclean.com.

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Booth #2839

Tingley Rubber’s revolutionary Eclipse™ offers Quad-Hazard™ protection in a high-visibility, liquidproof and arc flash- and flash fire-compliant suit designed for affordable safety and comfort. Its patent-pending Thermo-Grid™ technology helps block out heat energy and its flame-resistant PVC coating of Nomex® offers 100 percent liquidproof protection in a soft, lightweight suit. Learn more at www.tingleyrubber.com.

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ERB Reusable Earplugs have a distinct triple-flanged design that provides improved contact and sound attenuation.

The primary reason for proper, regular instrument calibration is to provide accurate gas concentration readings that may prevent worker illness, injury or death.

A robust and accurate portable gas detector, the Personal Surveyor (PS200 Series) provides unrivaled protection in confined space applications.

Calibration gas is a requirement for everyone using fixed or portable gas detection within the workplace.

Black ice – which can be almost invisible – forms when the air temperature is warmer than pavement, which causes moisture to rapidly freeze and create a thin, transparent layer of ice on the roadway.

Washington – Although winter is coming to an end, OSHA is reminding employers and workers to be cautious when removing snow from roofs and other structures.

Washington – Vehicles with a model year of 2007 or earlier may be at risk for brake pipe corrosion from exposure to road salt, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration safety advisory.

Arlington, VA – More than 40 percent of health care professionals who reported at least one symptom of influenza during a recent flu season did not stay home from work, according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

You may not know the name for it, but if you drive at night, you’ve probably experienced situational night blindness. It can occur “when you are temporarily blinded by a bright light such as an oncoming car’s headlights,” the Texas Department of Insurance says.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has published a series of posters intended to help mine operators mitigate hazards that occur during winter months.

Download this guide from Winter Walking to identify the best traction aids for your organization.

Portable light strings are electric lights connected along a cable, wire or string.

Although it can form on any road and “sneak up on you,” the National Weather Service says black ice frequently is found on roads that lack exposure to sunlight or are lightly traveled.

A snowblower can make clearing paths quicker and easier. But it’s important to operate them safely. Follow these tips from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

Using either Standard or Wide-Base Hydraulic Tilt Tables increases operator ergonomics and productivity.

The Chauffeur is a unique four-way directional transport system designed to prevent injuries among health care workers who move bariatric patients.

Apex 2, the latest version of HeroWear’s back-assist exosuit, fuses science and comfort to provide wearers with unparalleled protection and wearability. It’s designed to assist workers who frequently perform demanding tasks such as lifting and sustained or repeated bending without restricting movement.

This free-standing gantry crane lifts and lowers material baskets, allowing for the transport of tools, brick pallets, equipment and more.

Booth #1023

DragonWear’s APEX Award-winning Dragon Shield™ FR Jacket offers inherent flame and arc resistance with an arc rating of 18.6 and HRC2 protection. Made with a durable water repellency that maintains breathability, it features a grid fleece interior for insulation and improved wicking. Made in the U.S.A.

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Booth #5749

Anti-Microbial Products, Inc. (AMP) is a distributor of Anti-Microbial gloves. AMP sells to food service distributors, hospitals, schools, retailers and food companies all over the United States. The AMS Anti-Microbial Glove is highly effective at protecting the product and inhibiting the growth of bacteria that may affect them. AMS is developing glove products that, in the future, can be utilized in health care markets.

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Booth #5824

BlueWater Manufacturing offers industry-leading, non-penetrating OSHA-compliant guardrail systems for fall protection on flat roof buildings and elevated platforms. Our versatile modular solutions are engineered-to-order, portable, easy to install, and never jeopardize roof integrity. We manufacture in-house, so special challenges are our specialty!

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Booth #2217

The “Career Paths in Safety” brochure offers 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, OHST, CHST, STS and CET.

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Booth #2231

Brady Worldwide, Inc. has been creating a smarter, safer world for 100 years. When it comes to the workplace safety puzzle, Brady has the pieces. Our products include high-performance labels and signs, safety and lockout/tagout devices, printing systems and software, absorbents, and more. Visit us at Booth #2231 at the 2014 NSC Congress & Expo or at www.BradyID.com for more information.

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Prescription drug abuse is a rising epidemic that can significantly affect the workplace. Symptoms of prescription drug abuse can be hard to spot. However, if you suspect an employee is abusing or addicted to a prescription medication, contact human resources or your employee assistance program.

Achieving a work-life balance can be a challenge, and it’s easy to forget a simple necessity: Take care of yourself.

Anyone who has gone to school or has a job has probably heard the term “absenteeism.” But what about “presenteeism” and “leavism”? Although not as widely talked about, both presenteeism and leavism can have serious health and safety repercussions for both workers and employers.

After a brain injury, a person “may experience difficulty performing his or her job safely, or in the same manner,” according to the Brain Injury Association of America. “Some may find they need to find other employment, while others can request adaptions in their workplace to accommodate their new needs.”

In Episode 44, the S+H team examines the October issue’s feature story on respirable crystalline silica. Also, Suzi Craig, vice president of workplace mental health at Mental Health America, joins the podcast to discuss normalizing conversations and attitudes around mental health in the “Five Questions With …” segment. 

Night shift workers typically get one to four fewer hours of sleep a day than day shift workers, the American College of Chest Physicians says.

Exposure to high levels of noise can lead to permanent hearing loss. According to OSHA, roughly 30 million workers are exposed to hazardous noise every year.

Audition Technology’s white paper summarizes the current global standards for safe listening in the environment and from audio (headphones) and provides a framework for monitoring lifestyle exposures versus safe dose, building awareness and self-management with associated tools offered by the company.

Workers in many industries use disposable earplugs. But are they inserting and wearing them correctly? We’ve got step-by-step instructions, and more.

From the blare of a forklift-collision warning to the wail of an ambulance siren, noise can make us aware of hazards our eyes haven’t yet seen. But not all noise is helpful.

Whole-body vibration occurs when mechanical energy oscillations are transferred to the body as a whole, commonly through a seat or platform.

What is carpal tunnel syndrome, and where is the carpal tunnel? Mayo Clinic explains: The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway located on the palm-side of your wrist that “protects a main nerve to your hand and the nine tendons that bend your fingers.” Carpal tunnel syndrome results from compressing this nerve, which produces “numbness, tingling and, eventually, hand weakness.”