Stay visible and safe at heights with PIP’s ANSI Class 2 hi-viz vest, with “D” ring access on the back. Available in yellow or orange, this vest has 2-inch two-tone tape, a zipper closure, internal pockets and mic tabs. Ideal for construction workers, survey crews, bridge and road workers, railway/metro workers, and emergency responders.

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The LiftPod^® is a personal portable lift that can be used as a ladder alternative. It allows personnel to work more safely with both hands from a secure platform. Available in two models, the FS60 and FS80, the LiftPod provides up to 12 ft. and 14 ft. of lift height. Learn how your facility can benefit from the LiftPod.

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New York — The average U.S. adult now spends six hours a day sitting – four hours longer than before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic – and they’re feeling more aches and pains because of it, results of a recent survey show.

Corvallis, OR — A device designed by crab fishers can effectively limit injuries associated with lifting and dumping crab pots on commercial fishing vessels, results of a recent study show.

College Station, TX — Three out of 4 solid waste workers say their employer considers workplace safety and health important, yet only 1 in 4 feel encouraged to share safety-related suggestions.

Ideal for heavy industrial environments, including oil extraction and refining, mining, and demolition, the Rigging Ironclad Vibram OBM Cut 5 Glove’s exclusive Vibram 3-D beveled rope channel maximizes directional grip when handling ropes and cables.

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Washington — Female workers in the service industry face an elevated risk of gender-based violence and harassment, but “there’s a variety of means that can mitigate that,” OSHA administrator Doug Parker says.

Protective Industrial Products Inc., a Latham, NY-based global leader in personal protective equipment, has acquired Ultimate Cleaners Industrial Ltd., headquartered in Wolverhampton, England. PIP is a portfolio company of Odyssey Investment Partners.

Washington — A group of House Republicans is moving to repeal a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration final rule that stipulates minimum training requirements for entry-level truck drivers.

The LiftPod^® is a personal portable lift that can be used as a ladder alternative.

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.

According to NIOSH, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of work-related deaths among people ages 16 to 24 in the United States.

Darien, IL — Fatigue and sleepiness are inherent safety risks for ridesharing drivers and their passengers, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine declares in a recent position statement.

The Workrite FR Tactical Pant is a durable, lightweight and stylish FR clothing option for industrial workers and firefighters.

Washington – OSHA needs to issue more regulations that protect health care workers and conduct more inspections of facilities in that industry, according to a report released July 17 by advocacy group Public Citizen.

Philadelphia – OSHA has launched a campaign that aims to protect health care workers from musculoskeletal disorders, the leading cause of injuries for those workers.

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.

New York – Every day, 27 workers suffer on-the-job amputations or injuries that require hospitalization, according to a recent report from the National Employment Law Project.

Protect Lone Workers with the TPASS^® or SuperCell^® Man-Down Alarm. A motion or manual panic alarm transmits a distress signal to a monitoring device. Monitoring types range from simple co-monitoring with another TPASS^® or SuperCell^® to the more advanced MS1000, SMS-AT, or Grace-Watch™.  Add Grace Locator to display alarm location.

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PIP’s ANSI Class 3 Ripstop Premium Plus Bomber Jacket is designed with our exclusive Ripstop Polyester 300 D. coated waterproof outer shell that features taped seams and a hideaway hood and removable fleece liner to maximize multi-seasonal use. Comes standard with integrated watertight D-Ring access and seven pockets, including special pockets for ID and radio/cell.

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Identifying and correcting hazards in the workplace helps ensure workers safely return home to their families. OSHA, via its Safe + Sound campaign, says employers can do many things to encourage workers to find and fix hazards.

Sacramento, CA — California’s Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board has unanimously approved a standard on heat exposure in indoor workplaces.

The next generation of personal portable lifts – JLG^® LiftPod^® FT Series – is designed to increase job efficiency throughout your facility. Easily rolled through standard doorways and designed for one-person operation, it enables employees to reach their work and have 360-degree range of motion. Visit www.jlg.com/en/facilities-12 to learn more.

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You asked for a cut-resistant Maxiflex. So we did it. Introducing Maxifle^x® Cut with proprietary GripTech^® technology for unprecedented precision handling and safety. The Maxiflex^® Cut offers the same comfort and breathability as the Maxiflex Ultimate but provides EN Cut Level 3 protection.

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PROTO^® is taking its safety obsession to new heights with the PROTO^® SkyHook^™ Tether & Transfer System. This comprehensive system features a patented locking design and short lanyard to keep tools connected at all times. Coupled with a full range of tether-ready tools, it’s the beyond strong solution for safety.

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Austin, TX – A majority of food industry employees go to work when sick, according to a new survey commissioned by training and consulting company Alchemy Systems.

Outdoor workers can be exposed to various hazards – including poisonous plants, stinging insects and venomous snakes – that can cause health problems ranging from slight discomfort to a serious allergic reaction. Experts offer advice on to help keep these workers safe.

Columbus, OH — Golf cart users, be “FORE!”-warned: The zippy means of transportation – no longer limited to golf courses – carries “considerable risk of injury and morbidity” to drivers and passengers of all ages, especially kids and older adults, say researchers from the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Washington — The Chemical Safety Board is reiterating its call for OSHA to enact a comprehensive general industry standard for combustible dust – a potential hazard the board calls a “critical issue in industrial safety.”

Atlanta — Hazards in the auto parts supplier industry “continue to be the source of serious injuries, including amputations, and deaths to employees,” OSHA says.

Washington — OSHA’s Field Operations Manual needs an update so the agency can “better address complaints and referrals,” the Department of Labor Office of Inspector General says.

Washington — The Mine Safety and Health Administration uncovered hundreds of violations at mines with concerning compliance histories during recent impact inspections.

Denver — A new Local Emphasis Program from OSHA is aimed at identifying and reducing workplace hazards associated with cannabis processing, growing, cultivation and product manufacturing.

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Lone worker check-in systems don’t work! Grace real-time immediate notification systems alert you within seconds of a panic or motion-sensing alarm. Wireless, rugged IP67, intrinsically safe, without subscription fees. Satisfies the employer’s responsibility regarding OSHA Section 5(a)(1) General Duty Clause and OSHA 1915.84(a) and 1915.84(a)(1) for workers working alone. Does your safety plan include protecting your lone workers?

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Give your gas detector a home. A place to check in. A place to recover. A place to recharge. A place to disclose every detail about a shift, and let you know when it is ready to take on the next one. The new DSX™ Docking Station ensures that your instruments are ready when you are. Find out more.

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JLG® Compact Crawler boom lifts and the new LiftPod® FT Series are your new standard for safety and productivity. Access hard-to-reach spaces throughout your facility. The LiftPod provides up to 20 ft working height and the Compact Crawler boom up to 76 ft.

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PIP brings you the latest innovation in cut-resistant hand protection. The Great White 3GX is made with Dyneema® Diamond Technology and features ANSI Level 3 cut protection. Bring cut protection to the next level with G-Tek 3GX.

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The primary reason for proper, regular instrument calibration is to provide accurate gas concentration readings that may prevent worker illness, injury or death.

Menlo Park, CA – The holiday season brings with it a mix of joy and stress for workers: 51 percent say they’re more cheerful at work this time of year, but 35 percent feel more work-related pressure, according to the results of a recent survey conducted by Accountemps, a finance staffing firm.

You may not know the name for it, but if you drive at night, you’ve probably experienced situational night blindness. It can occur “when you are temporarily blinded by a bright light such as an oncoming car’s headlights,” the Texas Department of Insurance says.

Washington — Citing the increased circulation of airborne viruses when temperatures drop, “indoor air quality in the workplace during cold weather is especially critical,” OSHA says in a new alert.

“Workers – both indoors and outdoors – in services, transportation, agriculture, construction and other industries may be exposed to environmental cold stress that can lead to thermal discomfort, and in some cases even severe injuries, illnesses or death,” NIOSH warns.

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By wearing the Tango™ TX1 Single Gas Monitor, which includes two identical sensors for the detection of the same gas, workers will be the safest single-gas monitor users in the world. The Tango’s three-year runtime and patent-pending DualSense® Technology increase worker safety, regardless of bump test frequency, while reducing overall maintenance costs.

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The new Maximum Safety® TuffMax5 provide users with cut and pinch point protection in general duty handling and oily conditions. Its HPPE fiber shell is lightweight and provides excellent dexterity, tactile sensitivity and cut resistance that is available in EN cut level 5.

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Are you lifting objects correctly? If not, you could be at risk for an ergonomics-related injury, such as a sprain or strain, back injury, or repetitive-motion injury.

Menlo Park, CA — More than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly 2 out of 5 employees have grown tired of video calls, results of a recent survey show.

Menlo Park, CA — Thirty-four percent of employees say they’re more burned out than they were a year ago, according to the results of a recent survey developed by global staffing firm Robert Half.

Dortmund, Germany — People who work from home are more likely to continue working when they’re ill, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

Washington — About two-thirds of employees say they’ve observed co-workers vaping, while a nearly equal amount believe the secondhand vapors from e-cigarettes and other vaping devices are at least moderately harmful to their own health, according to the results of a recent survey.