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Cascades Debuts Fresh GUARD EnVision™ for Complete Egg Packaging Solution

Both attractive and sturdy, this eco-designed packaging offers robust protection while opening impactful visual possibilities. Its sleeve openings and high-quality printing area break the mold of the traditional format.




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Morrisons Best Bacon Increases Shelf Appeal with Help of New Packaging

Morrisons wanted to reduce supply chain and material costs and to improve the customer experience, aiding navigation for shoppers in-store and improving on-shelf availability in order to increase sales. 




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Al Levi: 5 ways to get the most out of trade shows

Planning ahead helps ensure you get the most out of the events you attend.




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Al Levi: Sharpening the axe before you need it company culture

It was still hot and sweaty in the midday sun just a couple of days after Labor Day in New York, and at first glance, you’d think we were out in the yard in the dead of winter.




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The push for greater sustainability

For years, environmental considerations and sustainability have influenced innovation in manufacturing, and in 2021, those factors became the driving force behind new product development.




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Fall = PHC conference and tradeshow season

Fall is conference and tradeshow season in the plumbing and HVAC world.




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Contractors should prioritize giving back to their communities

Generosity is the new marketing. In this era of social media, charitable companies can earn an enhanced brand reputation as being a “good” company and will make people want to do business with them.




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America’s return to global manufacturing leadership

Energy independence, anti-dumping laws aid slow return to power.




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Loan accessibility, online retailers shaping homeowner spending

Amazon is doing well, though a volatile political climate threatens small businesses’ growth.




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Morris Beschloss: Millennials help shape housing market in 2018

Meanwhile, the fate of the estate tax could affect small businesses for years to come.




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Dan Holohan: That seventies show

I began my career in the HVAC business in 1970 as a truck driver for an AC/refrigeration wholesaler. I stayed there just six weeks because my father — who worked for a manufacturers’ rep — told me there was an opening for a clerk at the rep. It paid $110 a week, which was $10 more than I was getting driving the truck. Plus, I’d get to work with him as my boss.




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The Wallies hash out advice for younger generations

Not long ago, Ray asked the Wallies who post daily on The Wall at HeatingHelp.com what advice they would give someone just starting out in this business. Here’s some of what they had to say. There’s a lot of street-smart experience here.




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What you should know about ANSI/ASSP Z10.0-2019 OHSMS

This is a voluntary consensus standard. It uses recognized management system principles in order to be compatible with quality and environmental management system standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.




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ISHN reveals all 30 category winners from its first-ever Readers’ Choice Award Contest

Thousands of Industrial Safety & Hygiene News subscribers jumped online to vote in ISHN’s 2013 Readers’ Choice Awards between March 1 and May 1, 2013. The results are in, and ISHN Publisher Randy Green has released the list of winning entries.




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ISHN 2014 Readers' Choice Awards — Winning products announced

Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online for today's top safety products in ISHN’s 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards. The results are in and ISHN is proud to share the second-annual list of winning entries.




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ISHN 2015 Readers' Choice Awards winning products announced

Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online March 1 - May 1 in ISHN's 2015 Readers' Choice Awards. The results are in and ISHN is proud to share the third-annual list of winning entries. All 42 category winners will receive recognition in ISHN media as well as a glass award commemorating their category achievement!




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ISHN 2016 Readers Choice Award winners

Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online in ISHN's 2016 Readers' Choice Awards and the results are in! All category winners will receive recognition in ISHN media and a commemorative award!




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ISHN 2017 Readers' Choice Award winners

Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online in ISHN's 2017 Readers' Choice Awards and the results are in!
All category winners will receive recognition in ISHN media and a commemorative award!




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Voting begins for ISHN's 2020 Readers' Choice Awards

Help ISHN recognize innovative safety products by voting in our 8th annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Voting is under way and closes at 11:49 p.m. EST on May 31, 2020.




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NIOSH to offer free black lung screenings for coal miners

The screenings are designed to support the early detection of black lung disease, a serious but preventable illness caused by prolonged exposure to coal mine dust.




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Advisory committee unanimously recommends OSHA advance proposed heat safety rule

As part of the rulemaking process, the agency will seek and consider input from a ride range of stakeholders and the public at-large as it works to propose and finalize its rule.




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Quest Diagnostics report shows alarming increase in workforce drug test cheating

The analysis of nearly 10 million drug tests reveals a surge in cheating, particularly related to marijuana.




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NIOSH offers free heat-stress prevention resources for employers and mine workers

Mine workers are experiencing an increase in dangerous health effects from heat exposure as surface temperatures get hotter and underground mines get deeper.




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Silica protocols should include proper ventilation and cleaning process

Silica is released into the air during the construction process and breathing it in can lead to cancer. Use this guide to learn how to work safely with silica in every setting.




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Why is respiratory protection one of OSHA’s most cited standards?

One of the most common OSHA violations is respiratory protection. Let’s dive into why and what’s required to be compliant.




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Focus on ASHRAE standards for dust collection and indoor air quality

Learn about two specific air filtration and dust collection standards set by ASHRAE to guide you in establishing air quality programs.




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Acoustic panels quiet harsh noise in wastewater treatment plant

The Orange County Sanitation District in Huntington Beach, California provides wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal services for approximately 2.6 million people. They had a combination of loud industrial equipment, cavernous space, and highly reflective surfaces creating an acoustic nightmare.




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Shipping and transportation protocols during COVID-19

The shipping and trucking industry has had to work within unique OSHA standards for years. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, logistics companies will have to adapt to new, changing regulations. Not everything is a matter of law, and some guidelines may be unclear, so this isn't always a straightforward task




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COVID-19 safety concerns lead to rising OSHA whistleblower complaints

There have been some unsettling reports recently of large increases in the number of whistleblower complaints to OSHA related to COVID-19.




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Suez Canal congestion highlights problems in shipping industry safety

For six days, a massive ship called the Ever Given captivated the world as it remained stuck in the Suez Canal. The resulting congestion cost as much as $10 billion a day, slowing global maritime trade.




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A+A 2023 reports record number of exhibitors at international safety trade show

The trade show and congress cover all aspects of a holistic prevention culture – from corporate health management and personal protection to workspace design and workplace safety management. 




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OSHA: Subcontractor exposed employees to asbestos

In November 2023, OSHA investigators opened a complaint inspection after they observed employees not wearing protective equipment during structural demolition of a former hospital in Illinois.




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OSHA announces final rule updating Hazard Communication Standard

The rule updates the current standard by improving the amount and quality of information on labels and safety data sheets. Updates take effect on July 19, 2024.




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Dollar General OSHA settlement requires corporate-wide safety investments in stores nationwide

The retailer has struggled for years to comply with OSHA safety regulations





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OSHA Safe + Sound Week: Why it matters and how to get involved

The central theme of Safe + Sound Week is to promote the implementation and enhancement of safety and health programs in workplaces. 




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Adidas faces OSHA penalties for recurring fall hazards at NY warehouse

Sportswear manufacturer failed to correct its fall hazard violations from 2021 OSHA inspection. 




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OSHA's proposed worker heat protection rule now open for public comment

OSHA encourages public participation in the rulemaking process.




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OSHA reveals Top 10 safety violations for 2024

Fall protection remains in the No. 1 spot. Incident data shows potential connection to top workplace compliance issues.




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When should you replace your personal protective equipment?

On dangerous or risky job sites, and within certain environments, personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times. It makes perfect sense, because the gear is designed specifically to mitigate severe or fatal accidents. Helmets, for example, protect the head from falling objects, overhead fixtures, and much more.




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A moral imperative: Preventing arc flash, and fatality and serious injury incidents

Electrical-related fatalities and serious injuries (FSI)* are among the noted FSIs. FSIs represent a safety and health challenge that has gained increasing visibility in the past decade as even organizations with elite environment, health and safety programs struggle to reduce FSI numbers.




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FR clothing must be properly washed and sanitized to be effective

Flame resistant clothing is an essential piece of safety gear, but these items get dirty just like any other piece of clothing. Washing and sanitizing FR clothing isn’t the same as doing a load of laundry at home.




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Pyramex® launches GL3000 series arc flash protection gloves

 
Two new glove options offer exceptional category 4 arc flash protection and pass rigorous safety testing for workers in high-risk industries.




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Welding fumes: Minimize exposure, maximize workshop safety

Most professionals already understand the need for eye protection and burn prevention, but gas hazards deserve attention, too. Welding fume safety is an essential, if less evident, part of workshop safety.




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OSHA cites Stanley Black+Decker for safety failures after electrical arc fire

Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed.




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ASSE’s Hudson honored by international OSH organization

American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) Executive Director Dennis Hudson has been honored with the President’s Distinguished Service Award by the U.K.-based Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). The presentation occurred in November at the IOSH annual conference in Birmingham, England. The award honors the work and achievements of individuals who have made significant contributions to IOSH or the occupational safety and health profession for several years.




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DragonWear tech shirt

DragonWear’s Pro Dry® Tech LS Shirt is designed to keep you protected from the sun while staying comfortable and dry.




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Haws introduces stainless-steel shower

A free standing enclosed environment.




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Nilfisk showcases industrial vacuums at Safety 2024 Show

Attendees are invited to visit booth 101 to for hands-on experience with Nilfisk's industrial vacuums.




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Protective Industrial Products, Inc. introduces THORZT™ Freeze Shots for relief in a snap

One of the key features of THORZT™ Freeze Shots is its innovative snap-and-twist packaging, which provides unparalleled convenience. 




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Saf-Gard® Safety Shoe Company acquires Industrial Protection Products

The family-owned purveyor of safety footwear announced this acquisition as part of an ongoing project to extend its retail footprint and broaden its product offerings.