Changsha, China — Night shift workers who have high blood pressure may be at increased risk of developing heart disease and diabetes, or experiencing a stroke, results of a recent study show.

Boston — Employees who use illicit substances have increased absenteeism – a “compelling argument” for employers to promote employee treatment programs, results of a recent Boston University study show.

Cologne, Germany — Workers who engage in healthy lifestyle behaviors and encourage their colleagues to do the same can help create a more healthful workplace, results of recent study show.

If you have allergies or asthma, clean your smartphone more often to minimize reaction triggers that may be lurking on the surface, researchers recommend in a recent study.

London — Employees – especially younger ones – are concerned about the air quality in their workplace, according to a recently published report from Infogrid.

London, Ontario — Employers can help workers avert the harmful effects of prolonged sitting on the job by taking an active role in changing their sedentary habits, a recent study shows.

London – A new, free document from the International Lead Association aims to educate workers and managers in developing countries on how to minimize or eliminate the risks of toxic lead emissions.

Atlanta – Lead exposure remains an issue for workers, with elevated levels most common in manufacturing, construction, services and mining, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Washington – The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking comment on whether renovation, repair and painting activities in public and commercial buildings create lead-based health hazards.

Lansing, MI – The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration is looking to protect workers from hazards linked to asbestos, lead and cadmium that may be encountered during blight removal projects, as part of a one-year state emphasis program launched in September.

Hundreds of thousands of workers in construction, manufacturing and a variety of other industries may be exposed to harmful levels of lead. What can safety pros do to protect workers from this hazardous metal?

Washington — OSHA has published a fact sheet and Quick Card intended to help employers protect workers from exposure to lead at indoor firing ranges.

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.

Sacramento, CA — Workers with high blood lead levels will now have their cases referred to the state’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health – or Cal/OSHA – for review and possible action, under legislation signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Oct. 10.

Demolition work presents multiple hazards. Planning can go a long way in helping prevent worker injury and illness.

Washington — In response to multiple stakeholder requests, OSHA has extended until Oct. 28 the comment period on a proposed rule that would revise the agency’s standards on occupational exposure to lead in general industry and construction.

Cincinnati — Workers replacing old water service lines may be exposed to lead piping or lead-contaminated soil – and could bring the metal home, a new NIOSH guidance document cautions.

The BullsEye Laser-Driven Fire Extinguisher Training System uses self-generating digital flames to simulate class A, B and C fires.

The Luffing Tower Crane Training Pack is the first simulation-based LTC training platform on the market.

A new and improved R.A.C.E (Rescue, Alert, Confine, and Extinguish) Station is now available. It offers a variety of product options, such as an interactive emergency smartphone, pull station, electric cut-off, strobe light and annunciator, and a digital fire extinguisher stand. Each prop uses Bluetooth 5 technology to communicate between each other for up to 150 meters. The station can be used with a variety of LION training tools.

This bundled series of 15 commercial motor vehicle safety courses covers essential compliance topics. Intended for any employee who needs to regularly or occasionally operate a CMV, the interactive, driver-focused courses are designed to capture trainees’ attention and test their understanding of required concepts.

The workplace virtual tour is educational software that provides users with a fully interactive experience in which participants learn how to use either a noise dosimeter or a sound level meter while touring a workplace.

The Intellia Mini Excavator Simulator Training Pack offers detailed metrics to track safety violations and performance, allowing employers to objectively determine when an operator is ready for the field.

Safety Toolbox Trainer is a one-stop solution for busy safety trainers who need to keep up with their management and compliance obligations on the go.

J. J. Keller — your source for safety signs! Choose from thousands of signs and labels from the safety and compliance experts. We offer low prices, fast turnaround and no minimum order. Browse our huge selection of signs, or create a custom sign – with no set-up fees. Visit JJKeller.com/signs for details.

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The Magid® D-ROC® GPD820 Lightweight NitriX® Palm-Coated Work Glove is the lightest weight ANSI Cut Level 5 glove on the market, delivering superior grip and longer wear-life. The GPD820 is perfect for jobs with laceration hazards along with heavy oil or coolant exposure. Visit Magid at Booth #806.

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Mr. Chain’s Loading Dock Kit meets OSHA standards for visual warning barriers. With two magnet rings, two carabiners and 10 feet of 2-inch yellow chain, it fits a standard loading dock door. The magnets can easily be removed and reattached to any metal frame when and where needed. No drilling needed.

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MSA’s new G1 SCBA enhanced solutions include a lightweight, low-profile design of the facepiece to reduce stress and fatigue. Other features include ergonomic improvements for better balance, integrated electronic communications, and a central power system for all electronics – designed for low cost of ownership and ease of maintenance.

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Accuform has launched a new version of its construction/contractor-specific identification products catalog. To meet the growing need for identification products directly geared to the construction/contractor market, Accuform offers a complete set of key products in a new catalog titled “Construction Express.” This catalog, now 24 pages, includes construction signage (including bilingual signs), barricade tapes, lockout/tagout products, and more. View the catalog at www.accuform.com/construction.

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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 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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Improv™ Comedy Club and Safety Training – strange bedfellows? For the past 20 years, Improv TVS has been mastering the art of keeping audiences’ attention with humor. Spice up your next safety training with our humorous micro-learning programs and short, funny safety moments to deliver that “Aha!” moment to your organization.

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Warn, inform and remind with safety signs. Are the signs in your facility easy to understand, unobstructed, well-lit and well-maintained? This white paper will help guide you to choose the right signs to warn, inform and remind workers and visitors to stay safe. Download the free white paper now.

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The only glove to provide the highest level of cut protection with bare-hand feel now comes in two palm coatings. The D-ROC® GPD800 (polyurethane palm coating) and the new GPD820 (NitriX® Grip Technology palm coating) offer superior comfort, dexterity and grip with maximum level of cut protection around the entire glove.

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The new Master Lock Blind Flange Lockout Device protects downstream workers from potential exposure to chemicals, flammable gases and other hazards. The device secures the blind in place, ensuring no unintentional blind removal, until maintenance is complete and workers are safe. Its innovative, adjustable design is compatible with a wide range of pipe, blind and flange sizes.

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Mount Vernon FR is launching N2X FR fabrics, engineered to take durability to the next level. N2X FR fabrics are a 75 percent cotton/25 percent nylon blend, and are purpose-built to deliver significantly higher abrasion resistance, with an average of 3 times more wear than a standard 88 percent cotton/12 percent nylon blend.

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Mr. Chain’s Loading Dock Kit meets OSHA’s standard for visual warning barriers. With two magnet rings, two carabiners and 10 feet of 2-inch yellow chain, it fits a standard loading dock door. The magnets are easily removed and reattached to any metal frame when and where needed. No drilling necessary.

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Rosco’s Dual-Vision XC4 has the capacity to identify unsafe driving behavior through its ability to continuously record video and provide instant driver feedback when an event occurs.

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Offering complete selections of OSHA-, ANSI- and ISO-compliant safety signs and labels, SafetySign.com provides durable, industrial-grade hazard identification solutions. An American manufacturer of both stock and custom safety signs, SafetySign.com has provided unsurpassed quality and expert service to customers since 1988.

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The Peakworks Roofer’s Kit is all you need in one pail. The complete roofer’s kit provides all the necessary components to help meet federal OSHA compliance for residential construction. It includes a harness; high-strength, 5/8-inch diameter lifeline; manual rope grab with integral 3-foot shock-absorbing lanyard; and reusable anchor bracket. It can be installed quickly. Visit www.sellstrom.com for more information about PeakWorks.

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United Academy combines online and face-to-face learning for operators, because each has its strengths. Also, save time and money by storing and maintaining training records and certifications through United Academy. Easily access student training profiles using our wallet card and mobile app or a computer. Train with the best.

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When used properly, instruments and monitors can provide workers with critical safety information, such as indoor air quality or if a confined space has a toxic level of gas.

The Product Focus this month is on instruments and monitors.

One serious risk of outdoor work is Lyme disease, which is spread when individuals are bitten by infected ticks. Initial symptoms of the disease include fever, headache, fatigue and skin rash.

Working with metals often requires interaction with certain oils and other synthetic fluids that can be irritating or damaging to the skin. According to the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, a variety of skin problems can develop from exposure to metalworking fluids, the most common of which is dermatitis.

Histoplasmosis is a non-contagious, non-transmittable infectious disease caused by inhaling the spores of a fungus.

Known for its strength and chemical and heat resistance, asbestos is a natural fibrous mineral that can have devastating effects on workers if proper precautions are not taken, states the Workers’ Compensation Board of British Columbia.

To best understand what Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus – also known as MRSA – is, you first need to know what S. aureus is.

Occupational skin diseases are the second-most common type of occupational disease. NIOSH estimates that more than 13 million U.S. workers are potentially exposed to chemicals that can be absorbed through their skin.

Pneumoconiosis is an encompassing term given to “any lung disease caused by dusts that are breathed in and then deposited deep in the lungs causing damage,” the American Lung Association states. Pneumoconiosis generally is considered an occupational lung disease because exposure to the dusts that can cause the condition often takes place at work.