uri Needlestick injuries common in trash and recycling facilities: report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Raleigh, NC — An estimated 781 to 1,484 needlestick-related injuries – a rate of 2.7 per 100 workers – occur annually at solid waste and recycling material recovery facilities, according to a recent report from the Environmental Research and Education Foundation and the Solid Waste Association of North America. Full Article
uri New Napco Professional Security Solutions Catalog Available By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Napco Security Technologies, a manufacturer of advanced electronic security equipment, released a brand new version of its full line catalog of professional security solutions. Full Article
uri Distributors Help During COVID-19 By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 The COVID-19 crisis has created both challenges and opportunities for security dealers. Security distributors have stepped up to reinvent training, as well as the equipment purchase process. Full Article
uri Security Appliances: What They Do & How to Select Them By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 You use a toaster for crisping bread; you wouldn’t use it for blending drinks nor would you heat an entire oven to crisp the bread. Similar to how a kitchen appliance is used to perform a specific task, a security appliance is used for a specific job. Full Article
uri 5 Leading Trends in Security Distribution By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 From trends that promise revenue growth such as the rise of managed services, to those that obstruct progress such as equipment shortages, distributors describe what’s affecting the dynamics with their security integrator/dealer customers in 2023. Full Article
uri Why Security Distributors Must Learn to Be Nimble By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 A changing technological landscape and an evolving customer base means a security industry in flux. While this reality presents undeniable challenges, it also opens the door to a great deal of opportunity. Full Article
uri Powered air-purifying respirators By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Feb 2015 00:01:00 -0500 Miller NIOSH-certified powered air-purifying respirators not only protect against welding fumes, but also incorporate features that result in a comfortable fit for the weld operator. Full Article
uri Welding helmet for powered air-purifying respirator By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Feb 2015 00:02:00 -0500 Bullard has launched a new Welding Helmet, SparxLift, for use with its EVA Powered Air-Purifying Respirator. Full Article
uri OSHA taking ‘good faith’ into account when issuing citations during COVID-19 pandemic By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — “Good-faith efforts” by employers to comply with worker safety regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic should be taken into “strong consideration,” OSHA states in an April 16 memo to area offices and inspectors. Full Article
uri DOL OIG report on OSHA: More complaints, fewer inspections during COVID-19 pandemic By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — OSHA received 15% more complaints during the first nine months of the COVID-19 pandemic than it did during the same period in 2019 – but conducted 50% fewer inspections, according to a Department of Labor Office of Inspector General audit report released March 2. Full Article
uri NIOSH to workers: Avoid a hairy situation with your respirator during ‘Movember’ By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – Are you one of the thousands of men who grow facial hair – and awareness for men’s cancer – in November? If you are, and you wear a respirator at work, NIOSH has guidance for you. Full Article
uri NIOSH publishes guide on air-purifying respirator selection By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — NIOSH has issued a guide intended to help employers select appropriate air-purifying respirators based on the environment and contaminants at specific jobsites. Full Article
uri NIOSH establishes new class of powered air-purifying respirators By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 13 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — In an effort to better protect workers in the health care and public safety sectors during the COVID-19 pandemic, NIOSH is approving a new class of powered air-purifying respirators, under an interim final rule published by the Department of Health and Human Services. Full Article
uri N95 respirator reprocessing can extend supplies during future pandemics: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Boston — Common types of N95 respirators – widely used by health care professionals providing direct care to patients with COVID-19 – can be safely reprocessed up to 25 times to help augment supplies during future pandemics, results of a recent study by Boston researchers suggest. Full Article
uri Boon Edam Announces New Online Certification Program for Security Integrators By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Boon Edam Inc. has announced the launch of the Boon Edam Security Integrator Certification Program. Full Article
uri PACOM Platform Manages Security By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The “Editor’s Choice” and more new products and solutions as described by manufacturers. Full Article
uri Athena Security Launches New “Security Heroes” Podcast By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Sat, 15 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0400 According to the announcement, the new semi-monthly podcast sheds light on the positive aspects of keeping people safe while recognizing these true heroes of society and exploring the challenges they face and the industry as a whole. Full Article
uri Snap One Adds Digital Watchdog to Product Catalog to Elevate Security Options By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:00:00 -0400 Snap One announced that its partners in the United States can now order Digital Watchdog surveillance products through its e-commerce portal. Full Article
uri Robert H. Perry Releases Contract Security Market White Paper 2023 By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400 The white paper highlights the world leaders in security, as well as their smaller competitors and the investments they are making. Full Article
uri On-the-job injuries rising among Oregon seafood-processing workers: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Corvallis, OR – Injuries among seafood-processing workers in Oregon have eclipsed the statewide average, and the rate appears to be increasing, according to a recent study from Oregon State University. Full Article
uri NELP to USDA: Faster poultry-processing line speeds during COVID-19 pandemic ‘irresponsible and reckless’ By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety Inspection Service in April approved 15 poultry processing plants’ requests to increase line speeds 25% – despite reported cases of COVID-19 among workers and at least one fatality related to the ongoing pandemic, according to a new policy brief from the National Employment Law Project. Full Article
uri Lawmakers reintroduce bills to prohibit meat and poultry-processing line speed increases during pandemic By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Legislation reintroduced March 11 by Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Reps. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) and Bennie Thompson (D-MS) would prohibit line speed increases in meat and poultry-processing plants during the evolving COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
uri OSHA emphasis program targets machine hazards in Wisconsin food manufacturing facilities By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Chicago — A new Local Emphasis Program from OSHA is aimed at protecting workers in Wisconsin food manufacturing establishments from machine and amputation hazards. Full Article
uri Security, Convenience Merge in Smart Home Ecosystem By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2023 is looking like an extremely opportunistic year for security and smart home professionals as consumers revisit smart home systems installed during the pandemic. Full Article
uri ADT Improves Smart Home Security System Experience With New ADT Virtual Tour App By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jul 2023 14:19:04 -0400 This, along with in-home ADT professional advice, can help customers get an ideal smart home security system for their needs. Full Article
uri State of the Market: Exploring the Evolving Landscape of Security & Smart Home Market By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 As the security and smart home market continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the convergence of technology and security has sparked a surge in innovative products and services, each promising enhanced safety, convenience and peace of mind. Full Article
uri Multifamily Market: Why Security Dealers Should Make the Investment By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:34:17 -0400 Don’t spend all your time focusing on the single-family residential sector. You should be including a strategy to capitalize on the multifamily housing trend. Full Article
uri ClareOne Now Integrates With Google Nest to Deliver Smart Home & Security Features By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500 This enables the ability to integrate Google Nest products with ClareOne empowers its partners to deliver comprehensive home automation and security through an intuitive unified touchscreen with the ability to add automations. Full Article
uri Defining Smart Home Trends for Security Dealers in 2024 By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:31:50 -0500 Research continues to show that tenants both want and expect smart home technology from their rental properties and security solutions are some of the most prioritized. Full Article
uri FCC Launches Cybersecurity Labeling Initiative for Smart Products By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Mar 2024 11:18:32 -0400 The “U.S. Cyber Trust Mark Program” aims to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions and encourage manufacturers to meet higher cybersecurity standards. Full Article
uri How Advances in Home Management Are Enhancing Lifestyles & Security By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Home management solutions continue to see significant advancements, offering consumers enhanced convenience, security and energy efficiency. Full Article
uri State of the Market: How Smart Home Integration Fuels the Security Market By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Industry insiders from leading companies elucidate how smart home integration and shifting consumer preferences are driving growth and future trends in the residential security market. Full Article
uri 2GIG Empowers Security Dealers to Thrive in Smart Home Market By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 As the smart home market continues to expand, security dealers are seeking reliable and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of homeowners and businesses. Full Article
uri Proptech Unveiled: Navigating the Future of Real Estate Innovation & Security By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Explore how proptech is transforming the real estate sector, while addressing key challenges and opportunities for security integrators in this evolving landscape. Full Article
uri Outdoor workers are more likely to experience traumatic injuries as temps climb: study By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Corvallis, OR — When temperatures rise, so do the rates of traumatic injuries among outdoor workers, according to the results of a recent Oregon State University study. Full Article
uri All About You: Five times to be mindful during your day By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:02:00 -0400 “Deliberately paying attention to your environment and inner feelings without judgment” can help strengthen safety, motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Full Article
uri All About You: Stay curious By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Jan 2024 00:03:00 -0500 “Curiosity drives us to ask questions, and being a skillful questioner benefits us in many ways.” Full Article
uri NIOSH issues recommendations on preventing backover injuries in construction By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Jun 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – NIOSH has released a document outlining dozens of safety recommendations aimed at reducing deaths and injuries caused by backing construction vehicles and equipment. Full Article
uri PACOM’s Platform Combines Cloud-Based Security & Business Management By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400 VIGIL CORE combines access control and intrusion alarm, video verification, building management and centralized alarm monitoring all in one user-friendly platform. Full Article
uri Genetec Unifies Work Management for Physical Security Operations By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Operations Center integrates security dispatching, work ticketing, and activity tracking into a single platform. Full Article
uri RAD Residential Unveils RADCam, The Security Camera That Talks Back By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Powered by the artificial intelligence, including ChatGPT, RADCam introduces multiple AI personas that autonomously interact with individuals approaching or at home entryways, creating an unprecedented level of engagement and protection. Full Article
uri Smarter Security’s Mid-Height Turnstiles Exceed ADA Compliance By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400 This speed gate introduces modern technological features, refined aesthetics, and expanded lane options to meet the constantly evolving demands for modern security entry control projects. Full Article
uri Altronix Supplies Uninterrupted Power for Critical Security Systems By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400 Circ1ATS ensures continuous power delivery, making it ideal for environments where downtime is not an option. Full Article
uri Altronix Timer Prevents Programming Loss During Power Failures By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 Tempo724Q has flash memory, which prevents loss of programming during power failures and can handle up to 420 weekly events with 30 programmable holiday dates. Full Article
uri Kwikset Handlesets Combine Security & Design By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:45:00 -0400 Kwikset, a brand of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Division, has launched two new offerings: the Prava handleset and the Daylon storeroom function. Full Article
uri Opioids and overdose risk: Study looks at on- vs. off-the-job injuries By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Surrey, British Columbia — For people who are prescribed opioids to treat injury-related pain, experiencing their injury on the job may have a “protective effect” against the risk of future drug overdose. Full Article
uri Marijuana use among younger workers may be leading to increased injuries By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Somers, WI — States where recreational marijuana sales are legal have seen a nearly 10% increase in on-the-job injuries among 20- to 34-year-old workers, according to a new study. Full Article
uri BLS: Fatal work injuries, rate declined in 2012 By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2013 12:12:00 -0400 Washington – The number of fatal workplace injuries decreased in 2012 from the previous year, according to a preliminary report released Aug. 22 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Full Article
uri BLS: Nonfatal injuries, illnesses resume downward trend By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – The rate of nonfatal worker injuries and illnesses declined in 2012 from the previous year, resuming a recent downward trend, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ 2012 survey of occupational injuries and illnesses, released Nov. 7. Full Article
uri Commentary says BLS undercounts injuries, illnesses By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – Injuries and illnesses are “significantly” undercounted in the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ annual survey, declares a commentary printed in a special issue of the American Journal of Industrial Medicine. Full Article