Washington – Industrial safety in the United States has fallen behind other countries, putting workers’ lives at risk, according to a report from Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility.

Despite the downward trend in workplace fatalities, safety advocates are calling for stepped-up efforts to protect workers.

To mark Workers’ Memorial Week, advocacy groups issued reports and called for increased worker protections and additional research to prevent on-the-job injuries.

Washington – The National Consumers League has repeated its call for the Consumer Product Safety Commission to require injury-prevention technology on all table saws sold in the United States.

Washington – At least one advocacy group and two truck safety advocates are calling for the federal government to maintain current hours-of-service regulations for commercial motor vehicle drivers as a way to combat fatigued driving.

The AFL-CIO, the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health, and the National Safety Council are among the organizations renewing the call for improved worker protections as part of Workers’ Memorial Week (April 23-30).

New York — Construction worker fatalities remain on the rise in New York state while continuing to decline in New York City, according to an annual report released by the advocacy group New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health.

Washington — The National Employment Law Project and two other labor advocacy groups have filed a complaint against the Department of Labor, claiming DOL violated the Information Quality Act in its move to roll back child labor laws to allow unsupervised teens to operate powered patient lifts in health care settings.

Washington — The Truck Safety Coalition is calling on the Department of Transportation and Congress to advance “critical truck safety reforms” after the recent release of its “Deadliest Truck Crash States” report.

The Millenium Full Protect is an ASTM-certified safety overshoe that features a safety toe cap, penetration-resistant midsole and slip-resistant sole.

The Southern Cross Men’s Boot features the highest level of slip resistance under current available standards, nitrile rubber outsoles and outsoles resistant to temperatures up to 572º F.

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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Encon’s Aquarion^® Self-Contained Portable Eyewash with optional temperature control is the ultimate choice in portable eyewash stations where freezing temperatures are encountered. Freeze protection is accomplished using an insulating blanket and an electrical internal heater that is temperature controlled to 85° F (30° C). ANSI Z358.1 and CSA.

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The revolutionary North Force protects workers from head injuries due to slips on icy, slick surfaces with a unique shell design that provides 24 percent more back-of-head coverage than standard Type I hard hats. Visit our site to learn how to put the North Force to work for your crew.

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MCR Safety extends our Vitrishield™ disposable glove selection with our new 7010BK. Vitrishield™ is a bi-polymer that creates a new level of disposable protection and performance. VitriShield™ leverages the tensile strength of nitrile and the puncture resistance of vinyl. The 7010BK features a black coating to hide grease and grime. Visit www.mcrsafety.com.

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The Protégé ZM Single Gas Monitor is an easy-to-use, zero maintenance gas detection solution that delivers high performance in a small, ergonomically designed package. It is available in oxygen, carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfide single gas models. With the Protégé ZM Single Gas Monitor, industrial workers and first responders can focus on the task at hand, not on their equipment.

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HSTC at The University of Texas at Austin is proud to offer Associate Safety Professional and Certified Safety Professional exam prep courses!

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According to OSHA, injuries on loading docks most often occur when forklifts run off docks, or when product or equipment falls off and strikes a workers.

How can management demonstrate its commitment to a safe and healthy workplace? Try a safety walkaround.

Looking for some quick recommendations for setting up a workplace safety and health program? OSHA has 10 steps.

Safety walkarounds demonstrate an employer’s commitment to safety and allow managers to see for themselves how effective their safety and health management program is, OSHA says in a fact sheet from its Safe + Sound campaign.

Contact with electricity is one of the leading causes of fatalities in construction, according to OSHA.

Did you know? Flammable liquids are required to be stored in approved glass, plastic or metal containers.

When you’re at work, take time to stop, look and see the dangers around you.

Portable dockboards are used to help prevent falls over gaps in the surface when forklifts, pallet jacks, carts and other equipment are moving between a trailer and the warehouse dock area.

NSC has suggestions for staying engaged at work.

The Loner Bridge System by Blackline is the first safety monitoring solution that functions in remote areas and outside of cell coverage. This system will automatically send an alert to monitoring personnel and nearby team members in the event of an emergency – even if the employee is unconscious or incapacitated.

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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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With more than 20 years of providing occupational safety and health education, Columbia Southern University is an online leader in producing highly qualified OSH graduates. Our online associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in OSH offer training in environmental science, air quality, ergonomics and more. Contact CSU to get started today!

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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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OLIVER^® Safety Footwear is uniquely suited for workers in the most extreme working conditions, including mining, oil and gas; heavy metal fabrication; and construction. The footwear provides superior protection from harsh chemicals, temperatures, slippery conditions, and unexpected contact with abrasive surfaces or heavy machinery while maximizing safety, performance and comfort, and reducing foot and leg fatigue.

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FootRests High-Energy Footwear has a multi-layer cushioning system that places the cushion layers next to the foot for better comfort. This is achieved by bringing the midsole cushion layer from outside to inside the boot. This midsole/insole cushion system provides better ergonomics. The insole conforms to the person’s foot through wear, providing better support and reduced foot fatigue.

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Junkin Folding Plastic Backboard JSA-366 is a rugged, bright yellow polyethylene folding spineboard with 12 large hand holes for easy handling, built-in runners, low profile and X-ray translucent. Four patient straps included. Load capacity is 375 pounds. Call (888) 458-6546 or email junkinsafetyco@gmail.com for more information.

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The new edition of the “Accident Prevention Manual: Administration & Programs” features updated data on injury and illness recordkeeping; and incident investigation, analysis, and costs; as well as extensive revisions to the chapters on legal and regulatory issues, safety culture, environmental management, workplace violence, transportation safety, homeland security, motivation, safety and health training, and media.

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The Meridian Universal Gas Detector is an innovative gas detection solution. Meridian’s single detector head supports combustible and toxic sensors. Designed for ease of use, Meridian significantly reduces upfront investment and ongoing maintenance costs. With global approvals and SIL2 certification from TUV-Rheinland, Meridian ensures best-in-class performance and safety.

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Make safety management easy with PureSafety. PureSafety software lets you centralize and deliver all of your training, understand every employee’s training status, and track workplace safety performance metrics. Find out how.

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RecycLockout^® Lockout/Tagout Kits: ZING Lockout/Tagout Kits protect people and the environment with their heavy-duty recycled components. Kits are available in pouches, belt kits and tool boxes with a variety of options that include pad-locks, tags, ties, hasps, valve, breaker or plug lockouts. Think ZING^® for all your eco safety product needs.

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Washington — Railroads must provide atmosphere-supplying emergency escape breathing apparatus to all rail crew members who spend time in the cab of a train carrying hazardous materials, the Federal Railroad Administration says.

Cincinnati — Utility workers have the highest occurrence of hearing loss among noise-exposed workers in all industries, results of a recent NIOSH study show.

Various studies have shown that investing money in workplace safety improvements will result in greater savings down the line. Safety+Health looks at where injury costs come from.

Members of the National Safety Council Consulting Services Group travel across the country – and the world – to visit worksites and conduct safety audits. They share with Safety+Health seven hazards they frequently spot, and offer advice on preventing them.

Safety+Health shares seven tips from veteran safety professionals Carl Potter and Richard Hawk on making safety committee meetings more enjoyable.

Jim Spigener from DEKRA Insight shares 11 leadership characteristics that he says the best performers in safety practice consistently.

"When improving safety for the merit of just having a safer workplace is not enough, it's often a very powerful argument with leadership to help explain the cost of safety by showing the economic benefits of safety," one expert says. The challenge: lack of a universal formula.

Washington — NIOSH, OSHA and the Center for Construction Research and Training – also known as CPWR – are offering a number of free online resources to help employers prepare for the sixth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, set to take place May 6-10.

Arlington, VA — The Electrical Safety Foundation International has introduced several resources aimed at workers in “occupations that traditionally receive little to no electrical training.”

Arlington, VA — Aiming to promote electrical safety among people who are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Electrical Safety Foundation International has published an infographic.