Washington — A new pamphlet from NIOSH offers tips to mitigate common risks that construction workers face.

Silver Spring, MD — A new training program from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training is aimed at helping residential construction supervisors improve their communication and leadership skills.

Constructed to be truly non-flammable, the Ultimate Baselayer keeps comfortable heat in during winter conditions and extreme heat out when facing dangerous conditions.

The SSCL3LZ Hoodie is an ANSI Class 3 lime hoodie-style jacket with an attached drawstring hood and zipper-front closure.

The Eclipse line of protective clothing features Thermo-Grid technology that helps block out heat energy.

Denali SG-56 full-feature protective eyewear features a lifetime frame warranty and replaceable lenses.

The SecureFit Protective Eyewear 400 Series features 3M Pressure Diffusion Temple Technology, soft adjustable nose pads and dual-injected temples.

With patented and patent-pending features, the Turboshield face protection system delivers superior comfort for longer wear, the easiest visor exchange available, improved protection and optimal balance when worn with a hard hat.

GirlzGear eyewear is fitted and designed specifically to help keep female workers safe.

The North brand GX-8 series of safety eyewear is semi-frameless and features sleek, nickel-free, brushed steel frames for a sophisticated look and 8-base wraparound lenses for optimum coverage and protection.

The Reaper protective eyewear is available in glasses or goggle style.

With a lightweight, rimless frame, the Bullseye has a trendy design with a lens treatment to fit multiple applications.

In 2011, 5,170 eye injuries involving cases with days away from work occurred in the manufacturing industry, according to the 2014 edition of the National Safety Council’s “Injury Facts.”

Washington – Anthony Foxx was sworn in as the 17th Secretary of Transportation on July 2, five days after being confirmed by the Senate in a unanimous vote.

Washington – The Department of Labor claims proposed changes to its Federal Employees’ Compensation Act program would create a more equitable system, but some experts at a July 10 House hearing warned that the changes could drastically affect injured federal workers.

Washington – The Senate confirmed Thomas Perez on July 18 as secretary of labor with a 54-46 vote.

Washington – OSHA is accepting nominations for membership with the Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health, the agency announced Sept. 6.

Washington – Local and state government workers can now receive training through a new OSHA certificate program that aims to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses and deaths.

Washington – Prompted by the 2013 fire and explosion that killed 12 firefighters at a Texas fertilizer facility, as well as other recent incidents, OSHA is considering the development of a standard on emergency response and preparedness.

Washington – OSHA is scheduled to conduct a training event July 29-31 for federal agency staff responsible for workplace safety and health issues.

Boston – Elected heads of government may face an increased risk of early death compared with runner-up candidates who did not go on to serve in government, according to a study from Harvard Medical School.

Washington – A bi-partisan bill to increase safety protections for correctional officers has passed both the House and Senate and is awaiting the president’s signature to become law.

Lincoln, NE – Nebraska prison officials need to address inmate violence against employees – as well as the overall safety culture – in the state’s correctional facilities, according to the results of a survey of correctional workers released June 1 by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.

Boston – Massachusetts is closer to extending OSHA protections to an estimated 400,000 public workers after the state’s House on Oct. 25 voted unanimously in favor of a bill (H. 3952) that boosts safety standards for all state and municipal government employees.

Washington — Former OSHA administrator David Michaels is among three new members named to President-elect Joe Biden’s Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board, Biden’s transition team announced in a Nov. 28 press release.

Washington — OSHA will conduct a free, three-day training event for federal employees who are responsible for their agencies’ workplace safety and health.

ZING® GHS SDS compliance and training products help companies prepare for the Globally Harmonized System(GHS) that aligns the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard with the new global system for the classification and labeling of chemicals. Products include a complete selection of training stations, binders and signage, and posters – all made with eco-friendly materials.

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Salisbury’s Lift Front Hood has forever changed the way the industry views arc flash head and face protection. And now, to further reduce weight and increase comfort, the fabric shroud is available in our premium lightweight 11 oz/yd² material, making it the lightest 40 cal/cm² arc flash protection hood on the market.

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The Certified Environmental, Safety & Health Trainer is a certification dedicated to expertise in the developing, designing and delivering of safety, health and environmental training. The Safety Trained Supervisor certification provides a means for employers to verifysafety and health knowledge of first-line supervisors and managers.

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MCR Safety is proud to introduce its new line of FR gear with Max Comfort fabric, including work shirts, denim jeans, solid coveralls and coveralls with reflective materials. All products have a lifetime FR guarantee and meet category HRC2, NFPA 2112 and NFPA 70E UL certification. Visit www.mcrsafety.com or call (800) 955-6887 for all your safety gear needs.

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Junkin Safety Appliance Company manufactures and distributes a variety of safety and rescue equipment including basket stretchers, plastic stretchers, aluminum break-apart stretchers, air-rescue stretchers, aluminum and steel pole stretchers with vinyl covers, stretcher kits, stretcher accessories, wooden and polyethylene backboards, first aid equipment and fire blankets. For more information visit junkinsafety.com or email: junkinsafety@aol.com.

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Oliver footwear stands for quality, comfort and protection. Oliver is the professional and safety footwear brand that brings its unique history of superior craftsmanship and experience of the most extreme working conditions to design the ultimate combination of rugged and comfortable work boots so workers can conquer any challenge their jobs may bring.

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Revolutionary in design, Flight is the next generation in safety eyewear, with a patent- pending temple design that provides unparalleled comfort.

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A revolutionary solution for tools that do not have safe tethering points built into their anatomy, this new series provides workers with a variety of unique options to easily and safely create a secure attachment point for tethering – ensuring the utmost in objects-at-heights safety. For more information, visit www.ergodyne.com or call (800) 225-8238.

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New York — Sitting while watching TV may be more harmful to your cardiovascular health than sitting at work, researchers from Columbia University’s Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons suggest.

London — Use of wheeled waste collection bins – instead of bags, boxes or baskets – may reduce musculoskeletal injuries and lost worktime among sanitation workers, according to a recent study out of the United Kingdom.

DeKalb, IL — Programmers and developers of virtual reality applications should focus on minimizing potential ergonomic hazards for users of this fast-growing technology, say researchers from Northern Illinois and Oregon State universities.

Cincinnati — Millions of people working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic may be sitting at improperly arranged workstations that increase their risk of eye, head, neck, back, shoulder, wrist and forearm stress and strain injuries, according to the results of a recent survey conducted by University of Cincinnati researchers.

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.

Detroit — Workers in construction and manufacturing may experience a “significantly higher incidence” of carpal tunnel syndrome compared with office workers, results of a recent study by researchers from the Henry Ford Health System show.

In Episode 19, the S+H editorial team discusses the benefits and challenges of being a one-person safety team. Also: Julia Abate, executive director of The Ergonomics Center at North Carolina State University, answers our questions about ergonomic concerns as more workers return to their physical work locations.

Munster, Germany — Neck and shoulder problems are common musculoskeletal disorders among dentists, leading more than 1 out of 5 to seek medical care, a recent study out of Germany shows.

Nashville, TN — A free online tool developed by researchers at Vanderbilt University is intended to help employers assess how and where exoskeletons could help reduce work-related back injuries “without the need for costly and time-consuming experiments.”

Washington — NIOSH has published a booklet intended to help miners learn about reducing their exposure to respirable dust in metal and nonmetal mines while lowering their risk for musculoskeletal disorders and traumatic injuries.

Palma, Spain — Hotel beds with lifting systems can help reduce injuries among housekeepers by at least half, results of a recent study by a safety agency in Spain’s Balearic Islands suggest.

Bilbao, Spain — Employee participation in workplace interventions that target musculoskeletal disorders “strengthens the possibility for identification of the most relevant health problems,” according to a new report from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work.

Four special mini episodes focus on National Safety Month, observed every June. Each episode highlights a different weekly theme throughout the month: musculoskeletal disorders; workplace impairment; injury prevention; and slips, trips and falls. Listen to all four now.

In Episode 33, the S+H editorial team dives into the November issue’s feature story on OSHA’s Multi-Employer Citation Policy.

Itasca, IL — The National Safety Council has announced two new grant programs to encourage development of safety solutions targeting work-related musculoskeletal disorders.