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UL 827A Opens Up Cloud Service Opportunities

Many are intrigued with some of the changes that have been introduced and adopted toward consistent services through the COVID-19 pandemic — everything from changes to business logistics to actually augmenting UL standards to accommodate work-from-home (WFH) staffing.




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Z-Wave Alliance Announces Support & Compliance for U.S. Cyber Trust Mark

Z-Wave said certification is paramount when it comes to the future of connected IoT devices.




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Extra-small work apparel

The Iron Eagle apparel line now has extra-small-sized jackets and overalls.




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Women’s PPE

The SAFEGEAR PPE line in women’s sizing includes hi-visibility apparel and gloves. The line includes insulated, work and grip gloves, as well as a T-shirt with or without pockets, safety vest, zipper sweatshirt, and a fleece-linked parka jacket.




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The Finesse of Fiber Optic Strippers

Learning the proper way to strip fiber optic cable  will help jobs go more smoothly.




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Disposable supplied-air respirator hoods

This line of fully disposable supplied-air respirator hoods (Shown: The Maintenance-Free Tyvek Hood) are designed with the breathing down tube and head suspension completely integrated so the hood is constructed into a one-piece assembly.




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Supplied-air respirator

The NIOSH-approved Low Pressure Full Mask Supplied-Air Respirator is made of silicone rubber for durability and holds its shape even in extreme heat or cold.




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Self-contained breathing apparatus

The MSA G1 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus offers integrated and enhanced solutions to exceed users’ needs today as well as years into the future.




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NIOSH-approved respirators

These two NIOSH-approved respirators are a light, compact solution for health care workers.




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Older workers’ stress levels higher when support, resources are lacking: study

Portland, OR — Older workers feel more stress than their younger colleagues when employers don’t provide the support and resources necessary for employees to do their jobs well, results of a recent study from Portland State University suggest.




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How Security Dealers Can Get in on Holiday Shopping Mania

Offering Black Friday and holiday season shopping deals aren’t just for the retail industry. Security dealers can get in on the action too. 




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How to Stop Leaving LinkedIn Opportunity on the Table

Here's how fine-tuning your LinkedIn company page can help you network and prospect for quality sales leads, and much more.




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Boost Your Marketing With the Zero-Listen Podcast Approach

Explore how zero-listen podcasts can transform your security business’s marketing strategy by focusing on content value, thought leadership and strategic repurposing to drive brand awareness and lead generation.




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Prepping for Continued Success in the New Year & Beyond

For security dealers, partnering with a wholesale central station means they do not have to operate their business in isolation. 




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Remote Video Monitoring: Execs Dish Strategic Approaches

Subject matter experts from the central station and automation software marketplace address some of the best approaches that security dealers and integrators can follow to up their remote video monitoring game.




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Transforming Security With Remote Video & Offshore Support

Remote video monitoring is advocated as a critical solution for addressing labor shortages and enhancing operational efficiency within the security industry, highlighting its evolution and economic advantages over traditional security guarding methods.




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California oil refinery safety regulations approved

Sacramento, CA – The California Department of Industrial Relations and the California Environmental Protection Agency have approved final regulations intended to improve hazard prevention and management at the state’s 15 oil refineries.




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Inspection findings spur offshore safety agency recommendations on dropped-object hazards

New Orleans — A recent string of Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement performance-based risk inspections uncovered various hazards related to dropped objects on production and well operations, according to a Sept. 14 safety alert outlining the findings.




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More mental health supports needed for fly-in-fly-out oil sands workers: report

Edmonton, Alberta — Contract workers who fly in and out of oil sands may experience higher levels of work-related stress and more mental health issues, according to a recent report led by researchers from the University of Alberta.




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Offshore safety agency seeks to refine approval process for uses of ‘new or unusual technology’

Washington — The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement has issued a proposed rule that would codify existing agency practice concerning the review and approval of projects proposing to use “new or unusual technology.”




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Why SaaS Presents a Golden Opportunity for Security Installers

Adopting Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) in the security industry enhances scalability, flexibility, and business opportunities for installers while generating recurring revenue and offering greater value beyond traditional security solutions.




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SIA Opens Applications for SIA RISE Scholarship

Applying for the SIA RISE Scholarship is open to SIA student members and employees of SIA member companies in North America who are part of the SIA RISE community.




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National Academies urges FAA to ease approach to commercial drone safety regs

Washington — The Federal Aviation Administration should relax its “overly conservative” safety rules for commercial drone use to boost continued progress and integration, a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine concludes.




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Disposable gloves: Good for industrial applications?

How effective are disposable gloves for industrial applications?




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NSC’s John Dony among four appointed to OSHA advisory committee

Washington — Labor Secretary Marty Walsh has appointed four members to OSHA’s National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health.




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FMCSA’s Robin Hutcheson talks agency opportunities

Washington — As she approaches her second year as administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Robin Hutcheson sees an opportunity to better understand the “root cause” of crashes.




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A collaborative approach to safety

The National Safety Council names ATS the recipient of the 2023 Robert W. Campbell Award.




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Senate health committee approves bill to establish cancer registry for firefighters

Washington — Bipartisan legislation to establish and maintain a voluntary registry intended to improve research into firefighters’ risks of cancer was passed by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee on April 24.




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Safety shower application

The ION Safety Shower Application monitors safety shower and eyewash station activation when an employee is exposed to hazardous materials.




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OSHA invites comment on pending approval of Massachusetts State Plan

Washington — A State Plan covering Massachusetts’ state and local government employees is a step closer to reality after OSHA recently published a proposed rule outlining its initial approval.




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OSHA grants initial approval of Massachusetts State Plan for public-sector workers

Washington — A State Plan covering Massachusetts’ state and local government employees is now a reality after OSHA announced its initial approval.




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Study shows that texting toolbox talks to supervisors helps make safety meetings happen

Portland, OR — A recent study of residential construction supervisors in Oregon who received toolbox talks via text messages showed that their compliance with Oregon OSHA’s standard on safety meetings increased – and the delivery method was welcomed.




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Maine’s State Plan for state and local government workers gets OSHA approval

Washington — OSHA has certified a revised State Plan for Maine that covers state and local government workers.




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Respiratory viruses may linger on health care workers, PPE: study

Chicago — Health care workers commonly carry respiratory viruses on their hands, clothing and personal protective equipment after administering care to patients, accentuating the need to practice “complete hand hygiene and use other PPE to prevent dissemination,” results of a recent study suggest.




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Respiratory hazards in the cannabis industry: Researchers say ag standards may apply

Berkeley, CA — Cannabis industry workers may be at increased risk of respiratory problems as a result of on-the-job exposure to various hazards, results of a recent study led by a University of Washington professor indicate.




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Stopping the spread of respiratory infections at work: guide

Washington — A new guidance document from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences is intended to help prevent respiratory illnesses and infections in the workplace.




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CSB to California: Adopt new approach to regulating refineries

Richmond, CA – California needs to change the way it regulates refineries and adopt a system aimed at reducing risk to the lowest possible level, concludes a new report from the Chemical Safety Board.




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Despite opposition, USDA poultry line-speed rule moves to OMB

Washington – The Office of Management and Budget is reviewing a controversial U.S. Department of Agriculture final rule that would speed up poultry-processing lines, a move safety advocates warn could lead to more worker injuries.




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High-visibility apparel line

Several garments in the GloWear Hi-Vis Apparel Line are now available in an extra-small size.




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Trends in ... women's PPE

Historically, PPE has been designed with a man’s body size and shape in mind. But when Safety+Health reached out to the International Safety Equipment Association regarding progress on designing personal protective equipment for women, manufacturers’ representatives were quick to respond.




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Flame-resistant high-visibility apparel

The Job Sight FR apparel line consists of products that conform to the ANSI 107 standard for high visibility and flame resistance, along with the ASTM F1506 standard for flame- and arc-resistant apparel and NFPA 70E.




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MSHA completes internal fixes spurred by Upper Big Branch disaster

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration has addressed all of the 100 corrective actions recommended in its 2012 internal review following the Upper Big Branch mine explosion in April 2010, the agency announced Jan. 13.




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MSHA leader touts ‘significance’ of proposed silica rule’s appearance on regulatory agenda

Arlington, VA — The inclusion of a long-awaited Mine Safety and Health Administration proposed rule on respirable crystalline silica in the Department of Labor’s Fall 2022 regulatory agenda represents a milestone for which MSHA administrator Chris Williamson wants to “underscore the significance.”




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Vigitron Opens Library for Security-Based Network Applications

Vigitron, a provider of networking solutions for security applications, has established a library for security-based network applications.




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How Sales Management Software Supports Acquisition ROI

Sales management software can streamline the acquisition transition by unifying the newly merged workforces via a common platform and process.




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Finding appropriate flame-resistant apparel

How do facility managers assess potential arc flash risks and implement the appropriate flame-resistant apparel?




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Choosing appropriate flame-resistant apparel

How do facility managers assess potential arc flash risks and select the appropriate flame-resistant apparel?




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The Road to Opportunity Is Paved With Change

Vector Security’s commitment to revamping its internal structure to be prepared for what’s ahead; strong dedication to employee advancement; and passion for doing what’s right for customers and the industry overall earned itSDM’s 2015 Dealer of the Year Award.




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FMCSA grants regulatory relief to drivers taking emergency supplies to storm-hit states

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced temporary relief from hours-of-service requirements for commercial motor vehicle drivers delivering “direct assistance” to emergency efforts in states affected by severe winter weather.




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‘Safety at Heights’: ISEA launches campaign on fall protection, dropped objects prevention

Arlington, VA — The International Safety Equipment Association has introduced an initiative to help raise awareness of the dangers of working at height and dropped objects or equipment.