Gas and flame detection solutions provider Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection has a new website. Go to teledynegasandflamedetection.com to find new content on a range of gases – including hydrogen, carbon monoxide, oxygen and ammonia.

Saf-Gard Safety Shoe Co. has acquired Industrial Protection Products. The Greensboro, NC-based family-owned purveyor of safety footwear announced the acquisition as part of an ongoing project to extend its retail footprint and broaden its product offerings.

Saf-Gard Safety Shoe Co. has acquired Safer Safety Ltd. Saf-Gard is a family-owned company in Greensboro, NC, that specializes in corporate safety footwear programs.

Warminster, PA-based ThermOmegaTech recently announced that its pump thermal relief valves have been given NSF/ANSI 61 certification.

Radnor, PA-based Airgas, an Air Liquide company, has been named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024.

Radnor, PA-based Airgas, an Air Liquide company, has been named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024. The list, compiled by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group, highlights the top large and mid-size organizations, as recognized by their employees, for respecting and valuing people from different walks of life.

Collapsible Gate Valve Lockouts are durable and versatile lockout-covering devices available in three sizes to effectively secure valves with 3-inch to 18-inch diameter handles.

Lansing, MI — A bill recently introduced in Michigan would increase fines for child labor law violations by as much as 10 times.

Get a complete overview of OSHA’s first aid regulations and what they mean for your business in this helpful white paper from J. J. Keller.

Get a complete overview of OSHA’s first aid regulations and what they mean for your business in this helpful white paper from J. J. Keller.

In Episode 31, the S+H editorial team dives into the September issue’s feature story on setting up a volunteer first aid response team in your workplace, and discusses the ins and outs of worker engagement and buy-in with Shawn Galloway, CEO of ProAct Safety.

Washington — New fact sheets from NIOSH are intended to help workers at gas stations and convenience stores – and their employers – reduce the risk of violence on the job.

Atlanta – As the nation prepares to cook millions of turkeys in recognition of Thanksgiving Day, a coalition of worker safety and consumer advocates once again have voiced their opposition to a proposed Department of Agriculture rule that would speed up line speeds at poultry-processing plants.

Washington – Federal oversight of the oil and gas extraction industry should be rethought and potentially changed to a model used in regulating the coal mining industry, one workplace safety advocate said following the release of the AFL-CIO’s annual “Death on the Job” report.

Washington – Several public health advocacy groups have filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit that aims to undo OSHA’s requirement for employers to electronically submit worker injury and illness data for public view.

Washington — Public Citizen will not appeal the second dismissal of its lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s “2-for-1” deregulatory Executive Order, a spokesperson for the watchdog group told Safety+Health Jan. 16.

Washington — A coalition of roadway safety advocacy groups, in conjunction with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Department of Transportation challenging a controversial final rule FMCSA claims will add flexibility to hours-of-service regulations for commercial truck drivers.

Multi-Gas Clip Pump-IR (MGC Pump-IR) is the only portable multi-gas detector with an internal sampling pump that operates continuously for five full days – instead of just hours – on a single charge through photodiode driven infrared sensing technology. Visit Gas Clip Technologies’ family of dependable multi- and single-gas detectors.

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

NSC has suggestions for staying engaged at work.

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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Washington — Nearly 1 out of 4 mining workers experience job-related hearing loss, and more than 1 out of 3 employees in one industry subgroup are affected, according to a recent NIOSH study.

Spring is a great time to get started on your garden. But gardening takes a toll on your body, particularly your hands, wrists, knees and back.

Washington — OSHA will soon be able to issue certifications in support of T and U nonimmigrant status visas, a move the agency contends will aid in some workplace safety investigations.

Washington — A pair of House Democrats are calling on acting Labor Secretary Julie Su to address recent allegations that officials from two State Plan agencies are giving employers advance notice of workplace safety inspections.

As labor markets tighten and operations become leaner, what are some strategies for recruiting and retaining top talent?

A key principle of OSHA’s Safe + Sound campaign is “worker participation.” (The others: “find and fix hazards” and “management leadership.”)

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From the Empire State Building to Hoover Dam, Garlock Safety keeps customers off OSHA’s most wanted list. Our broad line of safety products prevents falls related to skylights, roof hatches, loading docks, truck beds and roof edges. Garlock has been keeping workers on top for more than 30 years.

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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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The Multi Gas Clip Infrared Portable Gas Detector for Combustible Gases (LEL, H2S, CO and O2) eliminates the safety risk of running out of battery before a work shift ends.

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

The ALTAIR 5X Gas Detector can measure up to six gases simultaneously, and is now available with an integrated PID sensor for VOC detection.

The Ventis Pro Series offers unique four-gas and expanded five-gas sensor options.

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.

A thorough workplace safety and health plan should include steps to protect workers from cold-related hazards. This is particularly important for workers in the services, transportation, construction and agriculture industries.

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

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The Serpent® Safety Helmet has a sleek shell design that provides an attractive style while offering durable protection. The lightweight helmet offers superior comfort with an eight-point, six-strap nylon suspension that also provides exceptional impact absorption. Available in both unvented, Class E and vented, Class C only models.

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Getting tired of dealing with empty calibration gas cylinders? PortaGas makes it easy and convenient with PortaGreen. Each cylinder comes with a prepaid return-shipping label. Once the cylinder is empty, simply strip off the shrink-wrap to reveal the prepaid FedEx return label and hand it off to your shipper.

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More than 51,000 luggage-related injuries were treated in doctors’ offices, clinics and emergency rooms in 2005, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Equipment such as adjustable chairs and ergonomic mouse pads can help prevent strain among workers sitting at a desk. But workers required to stand for long periods of time are subject to strain injuries that cannot be prevented with such equipment.

Is your shoulder stiff after a day at work? Can you rotate your arm? Do you feel as though it’s not operating at full strength?

Lansing, MI — Michigan OSHA has launched a state emphasis program focused on protecting workers in office settings, where community spread of COVID-19 is a risk.

Oulu, Finland — “Even light physical activity may foster work engagement,” researchers in Finland are saying after studying on- and off-the-job data for more than 6,800 workers.

Lansing, MI — Michigan has become the first state to lower permissible blood lead levels – by as much as half – to protect workers, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced.

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

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The Multi Gas Clip Infrared Portable Gas Detector for LEL, H₂S, CO and O₂ runs for two months straight without recharging and only requires calibration every six months. It utilizes advanced low-power infrared sensor technology. The IR LEL sensor is immune to H₂S and silicone poisoning, and doesn’t require oxygen to detect gases.

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Want assurance that your ecosmart^TM Calibration Gas Cylinders are empty? Try the M/T plug today. When your ecosmart cylinder is empty or expired, leave the M/T plug installed for shipment. This offers additional safety assurance to the carrier or others that the cylinder is in fact empty and non-hazardous.

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The Millenium Full Protect is an ASTM-certified safety overshoe that features a safety toe cap, penetration-resistant midsole and slip-resistant sole. Other features include an adjustable strap made of flexible PU and a protective tongue. The overshoe – designed for a long lifetime – is made of washable material.

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As with all workplace safety and health efforts, staying safe in the future world of work will be the combined effort of employers taking the right steps to reduce risk and employees doing their part to look out for themselves and each other.