The 4800 N95 plus relief from nuisance organic vapors is the latest member of the AirWave family of respirators.

This Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with a Titanium 9400i Welding Helmet, designed for welding and grinding applications, is more than 1 pound lighter than the leading brand, reducing fatigue and providing all-day comfort.

The EVAHL Powered Air-Purifying Respirator is HazLoc-rated, NIOSH-approved and certified by CSA International for hazardous locations Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T6; Class II, Division 2 Groups F, G; and Class III.

The Allegro Cold Air System offers an OSHA-compliant fresh, refrigerated air supply system that provides comfortable, safe, cooled breathing air for industrial users.

Druid is designed to assess performance impairment resulting from the use of marijuana, prescription medicines, alcohol and more.

This line of mirrors, available in sizes from 18.7 to 74.8 inches, enables safety professionals to guard multiple sides of a work cell using only one emitter/receiver pair.

Ideal for storage of lithium-ion batteries, the Rack Fire Protect non-occupancy buildings are fire rated for two hours at 2,000° F. The containment facilities minimize the risk of fire spreading from damaged, malfunctioning or deep-discharged batteries to the workplace.

To address fire door deficiencies in various work settings, use this 13-point inspection and repair process to ensure compliance with NFPA 80 standards.

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Washington – The Senate confirmed Thomas Perez on July 18 as secretary of labor with a 54-46 vote.

Washington – Cynthia Attwood has been confirmed for her second term as a commissioner of the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.

Washington – The House of Representatives has voted to block the so-called “blacklisting” rule that sought to force federal contractors to disclose previous labor-law violations.

Washington – After a narrow vote in the Senate, the so-called “blacklisting” rule that sought to force federal contractors to disclose previous labor-law violations is all but eliminated.

Washington — Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) presided as the chair of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee for the first time on Feb. 9.

Portsmouth, England — Frequent musculoskeletal pain may lead people to retire or leave the workforce early, results of a recent study by British researchers show.

The FireAttack Structural Fire Glove is designed for industrial flame resistance needs.

Can respirators help protect a person from the virus that causes H1N1/09 influenza?

Washington – Asbestos is one of the first 10 chemicals to be evaluated for potential health and environmental risks under the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, the Environmental Protection Agency announced on Nov. 29.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has moved to June 8-11 a Toxic Substances Control Act Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals virtual peer review of an EPA draft risk evaluation that states asbestos, a known human carcinogen, presents an unreasonable health risk to workers under certain conditions.

Washington — Critics of the Environmental Protection Agency are renewing their call for a complete ban on asbestos after the agency’s release of Part 1 of a final risk evaluation that concludes that the substance – a known human carcinogen – presents an unreasonable health risk to workers under certain conditions.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is accepting comment until July 5 on a proposed rule that would establish reporting and recordkeeping requirements for asbestos – a known human carcinogen – under the Toxic Substances Control Act.

Washington — New commercial passenger aircraft must have a secondary flight deck barrier to protect the cockpit from “unauthorized intrusion” under a Federal Aviation Administration final rule announced June 14.

Geneva, Switzerland — Around 20% of workers worldwide have reported some form of violence or harassment, according to a recent report from the International Labour Organization.

Washington — To address a sharp increase in assaults against public transit workers, the Federal Transit Administration has published a proposed directive tasking public transit agencies with monitoring safety risks more closely.

UniFirst First Aid + Safety, an Earth City, MO-based leader in instructor-led safety training, services and products, is expanding its portfolio of services by partnering with Houston-based Eagle Onsite, a leader in onsite mobile occupational medical testing.

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.

Washington — Legislation recently introduced in the Senate is aimed at ensuring firefighters and other workers are properly trained to respond to emergencies involving electric vehicles.

Sacramento, CA — Naloxone hydrochloride or another Food and Drug Administration-approved opioid-reversal medication must be included in all workplace first aid kits in California no later than Dec. 1, 2028.

Workers involved in marine cargo handling are exposed to many hazards throughout the course of standard operations, according to OSHA. To protect these workers, the agency suggests proper adherence to first aid procedures.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 out of 10 people will experience a seizure in their lifetime.

“When most people think of a seizure, they think of a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, also called a grand mal seizure,” the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. “In this type of seizure, the person may cry out, fall, shake or jerk, and become unaware of what’s going on around them.”

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.

In Episode 48, the S+H team examines the February issue’s CEO’s Who “Get It” feature and some of OSHA’s most unique cases. Also, National Safety Council colleague Maria Cordova joins the podcast to discuss the benefits of first aid at work in the “Five Questions With …” segment.

Drowsy driving is responsible for more than 6,400 U.S. deaths annually, according to the National Sleep Foundation, and you’re three times more likely to be involved in a motor vehicle-related crash if you’re driving tired.

Knowing which type of respirator to use – and how use it properly – is crucial to protecting chimney sweeps from exposure to airborne hazards, NIOSH says in a fact sheet.

Amputations are serious and potentially life-threatening injuries. These injuries are widespread.

When working with a circular saw, one moment of distraction or carelessness is all it takes for tragedy to strike.

Powered hand drills can save workers a lot of time on the job, but caution is called for to avoid serious injuries.

Washington – OSHA on April 1 released its final rule on electric power generation, transmission and distribution; and electrical protective equipment.

Washington — Spurred by a number of deaths in which a guy wire being worked on contacted an energized high-voltage power line, OSHA has issued a hazard alert.

The Technical Field Shirt keeps outdoor workers protected from bugs and the sun due to EPA-registered insect-repellent technology that repels mosquitoes, ticks and other pesky bugs.

Black-Bottom Sweatshirts help defend workers against the chill of fall or winter.

The Super-Safeway portable ground fault circuit interrupter is available in various voltages on 20A circuit and has earned the IP69K rating – the highest level of protection against the penetration of high-pressure, high-temperature water and dust.

Washington – A disturbing rate of worker injuries and fatalities involving captive elephants has led People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals to submit a formal petition to OSHA asking for stronger worker protections in the industry.

Arlington, VA – The American Trucking Associations is calling for the federal government to release guidelines and standards regarding the use of hair samples as a drug-testing method for commercial motor vehicle drivers.

Are your workplace fire extinguishers in the right place? According to the National Fire Protection Association, employers need to consider two key factors: accessibility and visibility.

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