Columbia Southern University’s curriculum for our online associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in OSH meet the educational credentials for the ASP and CSP. These degree plans provide training in numerous areas, including hazardous materials, construction safety, air quality and ergonomics. Learn more and see how CSU helped an OSH graduate!

Encon’s Aquarion^® Self-Contained Eyewash offers a sleek, slim design and an innovative mounting method for simple one-person installation on any wall, column or cart. The Aquarion’s flexible fluid cartridges completely self-evacuate without applied external forces, providing reliable performance when you need it most. Pre-filled and self-fill cartridges are available for your convenience. ANSI Z358.1 certified.

Flight^® is the next generation in safety eyewear, with a revolutionary, patent-pending temple design that provides unparalleled comfort. Its cushioned, contoured temple “wings” softly hug the wearer’s head for long-term comfort and the right fit. Plus, a floating lens design helps fight fogging and provides ultramodern style.

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FootRests High-Energy Footwear has a multi-layer cushioning system that places the cushion layers next to the foot for better comfort. This is achieved by bringing the midsole cushion layer from outside to inside the boot. This midsole/insole cushion system provides better ergonomics. The insole conforms to the person’s foot through wear, providing better support and reduced foot fatigue.

Junkin Safety Appliance Co. 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.

MCR Safety introduces our newest ForceFlex T100 glove featuring a Clarino synthetic leather palm with anti-vibration polymer pads. The tan mesh fabric back is cool with a TPR cage protecting the back of the hand. The neoprene slip-on cuff includes a pull strap. Visit www.mcrsafety.com or call (800) 955-6887 for all your safety gear needs.

Introducing ALTAIR^® 2X Gas Detectors from MSA. The ALTAIR 2X Platform drastically minimizes total cost of ownership, increases durability and delivers enhanced worker safety, compliance and traceability. ALTAIR 2X Detectors introduce the world’s first stand-alone bump test – no calibration accessories or bottled gas required.

Dual-Vision™ XC functions as a high-tech “hard hat” for your driver, vehicle and company’s bottom line by providing instant driver feedback and training while reducing collisions, liability, insurance premiums and fuel waste.

The Meridian Universal Gas Detector is an innovative gas detection solution. Meridian’s single detector head supports combustible and toxic sensors. Designed for ease of use, Meridian significantly reduces upfront investment and ongoing maintenance costs. With global approvals and SIL2 certification from TUV-Rheinland, Meridian ensures best-in-class performance and safety.

Collision Sentry™ creates a safer working environment in industrial buildings where forklift traffic and pedestrians intersect by providing a visual warning that traffic is around the corner. Each patent-pending unit is easy to install, self-powered, portable, compact and lightweight. Collision Sentry snaps on to pallet racks quickly with integrated magnet mounts.

Tingley’s Job Sight FR High-Visibility Apparel meets ANSI 107 and ASTM F1506 standards for high visibility and flame resistance, while offering the comfort and durability of “traditional” work apparel. Utilizing 55 percent modacrylic and 45 percent cotton-blended fabrics provides excellent thermal performance of modacrylic and the superior comfort of cotton.

Workrite expands its new line of dual-hazard knit shirts featuring Tencate Tecasafe Plus. We’ve added a new raglan-sleeved henley and a heather gray long-sleeved polo that offer the same high level of comfort, appearance and protection – plus they’re certified to the NFPA 1975 Station Uniform Standard. Visit workrite.com/knits for information.

ZING^® GHS Compliance Products help prepare for the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) designed to align the OSHA HazCom Standard with the new global system for the classification and labeling of chemicals. All products are manufactured with high content recycled materials and include binders, stations, posters and signage. Visit www.ZingGreenProducts.com.

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