com ESA Welcomes Kevin Stone as New Chairman of the Board By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 11:04:47 -0400 Kevin Stone, COO of Doyle Security Systems, succeeds John Loud as ESA Chairman, bringing his extensive industry experience to further advance the association and its mission. Full Article
com FAST Welcomes Allied Universal's Jim Lantrip to Board of Directors By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:07:00 -0400 Jim Lantrip of Allied Universal Technology Services brings more than three decades of experience to the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) board of directors. Full Article
com PPVAR Welcomes Everon’s Tammy Cozby to Board of Directors By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Aug 2024 12:07:06 -0400 Cozby, vice president of commercial monitoring at Everon, will serve on the PPVAR board as vice president for the alarm industry. Full Article
com Axon Completes Deal to Acquire Dedrone By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Sun, 06 Oct 2024 19:06:59 -0400 Axon said the transaction will enable it to advance drone as first responder programs and safeguard against unauthorized threats posed by unmanned aircraft systems. Full Article
com Boon Edam Celebrates 150 Years of Commitment, Care and Innovation By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Mar 2023 01:48:48 -0400 Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, is thrilled to celebrate its 150th anniversary at ISC West 2023, taking this time to reflect on the past while showcasing its plans for the future. ISC West attendees are invited to join in the celebration by visiting Booth #10053 at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 30 for complimentary champagne and treats and brief celebratory remarks. Full Article
com CPI Security Commits $1M to Support Hurricane Helene Relief Initiatives By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:40:36 -0400 CPI Security has already sent over 75 employees who have volunteered over 1,000 hours for hurricane relief efforts. Full Article
com Combo eye protection By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 The Ultim8 is a combination spectacle and goggle designed to prevent debris from entering the eye by completely sealing the orbital area. Full Article
com The Complex Maze of Business Circumstances By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 02 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Have you ever been to one of those corn mazes that pop up every October? Full Article
com Commercial Fire Services Platform Better Protection Formed By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:46:51 -0500 Led by a majority investment from Abry Partners, the new platform combines Assurant Fire Protection, Complete Fire Pump Service and Xtreme Fire Protection. Full Article
com Kidde Engineered Systems Rebrands as Kidde Commercial By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Mar 2023 11:45:15 -0400 Kidde Commercial will unveil its new branding and holistic commercial fire solution capabilities during ISC West, taking place in Las Vegas, March 28-31. Full Article
com Beyond Alerts: The Latest Trends in Emergency Communications By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 We examine the impact of emerging technologies, the resilience of these systems, and the crucial partnership between manufacturers, security integrators and monitoring stations in ensuring public safety during critical events. Full Article
com Telguard & Hochiki Release 5G Communicator By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 17:00:00 -0400 Because the Hochiki FireNET Comm 5G is a version of the Telguard TG-7FS universal communicator, dealers can still choose to connect it to the panel’s DACT port, if required. Full Article
com Telguard Releases Fire Alarm Communicator Compatible With AT&T, Verizon & T-Mobile By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:10:00 -0400 The solution chooses the carrier with the best signal strength and data quality in the area, automatically selecting it as the primary network Full Article
com Chemical regulation compliance at multiple locations By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Our company has multiple locations. What can we do to make sure our compliance with chemical safety regulations is consistent across the organization? Full Article
com How to Select the Right Training Software for Your Company By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0400 How do you decide which training software is right for your team? Here are factors to consider in making this important investment. Full Article
com SafetySkills Empower: Outcome-based EHS management By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 01 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0500 SafetySkills Empower can help you create an intuitive, functional and effective safety training program. Full Article
com Beware of Management Company Contracts By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 This Month’s Article will deviate somewhat from our normal review of current litigation cases: as a fairly new entity has arisen in the security industry: the Management Company. Full Article
com TMA Names Committee Co-Chairs for New Active Threat Standard By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Mar 2023 08:09:26 -0400 The TMA-ATN-01 standard will develop an efficient means for the monitoring center to provide responding authorities with information that assists with an efficient and safe response. Full Article
com Genetec Becomes an Authorized CVE Numbering Authority By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:15:00 -0400 The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Program has authorized Genetec as a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA) . Full Article
com System Surveyor Announces SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance Achievement By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 03 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 Established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the SOC 2 Type 1 audit and examination ensures the personal assets of their potential and existing customers are protected to build trust and confidence. Full Article
com ONVIF Announces Draft Add-on for Secure Communications By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jul 2023 08:15:55 -0400 The TLS Configuration (release candidate) is the first in a new category of add-ons, which are specifications that extend ONVIF conformance to product features that address a specific use case or end-user need. Full Article
com Hikvision Firearm Dealer Solution Facilitates Compliance With New California Surveillance Mandate By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500 From large storage capacity network video recorders (NVRs) with high capacity RAID backup recording to video security cameras with built-in audio, Hikvision technology meets these stringent compliance mandates at competitive price points. Full Article
com Z-Wave Alliance Announces Support & Compliance for U.S. Cyber Trust Mark By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2024 14:30:00 -0400 Z-Wave said certification is paramount when it comes to the future of connected IoT devices. Full Article
com Working With Composite Cables for Ethernet & PoE By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 03 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 AS IP USAGE CONTINUES TO GROW in our industry, a new type of cable is being made available for installation use. Full Article
com Welcome to the Jungle & Our Vital Industry By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 In this blast from the past, Dave Engebretson revisits a column from November 2014. Full Article
com Aging workforce a ‘safety tsunami’ for workers’ comp: report By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400 Kansas City, MO – The baby boomer generation now comprises a large portion of the U.S. workforce, and this aging workforce will become a driving factor in increased employee injury costs in the next two decades, according to a new report from risk management company Lockton. Full Article
com Show compassion, provide stability, share hope: Total Worker Health experts talk return-to-work planning By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — The director of NIOSH’s Office for Total Worker Health says employers should think about the physical and mental health needs of their employees returning to the job amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
com How does physical mobility affect working years and income? By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Bethesda, MD — Better physical mobility can lead not only to longer working years but also to higher income, results of a recent study led by National Institutes of Health researchers show. Full Article
com 9 SEO Content Writing Tips to Outrank Competitors By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2024 11:30:00 -0400 These SEO-friendly content writing tips can help security industry professionals enhance their online visibility, attract more visitors and outperform their competition. Full Article
com Curiosity, Communication & Commitment Drive TMA 2022 Central Station Manager Award Finalists By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Q&A with TMA Central Station Manager of the Year Runners-Up Full Article
com How to Achieve Independence From Telecommunications Carriers By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Lou Fiore discusses how utilizing a mesh network for wireless alarm transmission provides alarm dealers complete control with virtually no reliance on third-party public infrastructure. Full Article
com CSB issues recommendations after Louisiana refinery fire investigation By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – The Chemical Safety Board released a set of recommendations Sept. 18 after its investigation into last year’s ExxonMobil refinery fire, which severely burned four workers in Baton Rouge, LA. Full Article
com CSB releases new video on Louisiana refinery fire, includes safety recommendations By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – The Chemical Safety Board has released a video on last year’s ExxonMobil refinery fire, which severely burned four workers in Baton Rouge, LA. Full Article
com CSB withdraws recommendations stemming from Deepwater Horizon investigation By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – Contending that it lacks proper regulatory authority, the Chemical Safety Board on Nov. 14 voted to withdraw its recommendations issued to the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement after its investigation into the April 2010 explosion and fire that killed 11 workers on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico. Full Article
com BSEE panel reviews report, recommendations on offshore bolting safety By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Officials from the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement met June 21 to discuss a BSEE-sponsored report that outlines strategies for enhancing bolting technology in offshore oil and gas operations, a press release from the agency states. Full Article
com Inspection findings spur offshore safety agency recommendations on dropped-object hazards By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
com Safe commuting By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500 Whether you work in a factory or an office building, many workers have one thing in common: Getting to and from work involves driving a vehicle. Following these basic safe driving tips from OSHA can help protect workers during what is often the most dangerous part of their workday – the commute. Full Article
com Don’t become a roadway statistic By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 22 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 About 100 people die every day on roadways due to preventable motor vehicle crashes. Full Article
com FTC’s Nationwide Noncompete Ban Sparks Legal Challenge, Economic Concerns By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2024 12:52:19 -0400 The FTC's new rule has triggered a lawsuit from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, raising concerns about legal costs and economic impact on businesses. Full Article
com i-PRO Establishes Pioneering AI Governance Framework and Ethics Committee By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 With the rapid spread of AI products and services, i-PRO said there has been a worldwide demand for companies to utilize AI responsibly. Full Article
com Offshore helicopter crashes prompt NTSB safety recommendations By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – In response to a pair of helicopter crashes near offshore oil platforms, the National Transportation Safety Board has published several safety recommendations aimed at preventing similar incidents. Full Article
com BSEE seeks comment on helicopter safety on fixed offshore facilities By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement is requesting public feedback until Nov. 24 on how to improve helicopter-related safety on fixed offshore facilities for oil and gas operations on the Outer Continental Shelf. Full Article
com BSEE extends comment period on proposal for fixed offshore facilities By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement has extended the comment period on a proposal that is intended to improve aviation safety on and around fixed offshore facilities. Full Article
com NTSB makes recommendations for preventing lithium battery fires on cargo planes By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – In an effort to prevent overheating, fires and explosions on cargo planes, officials from the National Transportation Safety Board have issued a pair of safety recommendations regarding the bulk shipment of lithium batteries. Full Article
com Commercial airline pilots are flying depressed, study finds By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 Boston – More than 1 out of 8 commercial airline pilots meet the criteria for clinical depression, and a small percentage have suicidal thoughts, according to a study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Full Article
com National Academies urges FAA to ease approach to commercial drone safety regs By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
com Airport ground worker safety the focus of House subcommittee hearing By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — A closer look at the safety and health of airline ground workers is long overdue, Rep. Rick Larsen (D-WA) said during a Jan. 15 oversight hearing recently convened by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Aviation Subcommittee. Full Article
com Airline worker safety: FAA, house subcommittee put spotlight on passenger violence By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Although the rate of reported passenger violence on commercial airlines has decreased since the beginning of the year, it’s still too high, the Federal Aviation Administration says. Full Article
com Legislators push to bar unruly passengers from commercial flights By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — People who’ve been convicted of assaulting airline employees would be prohibited from boarding commercial aircraft, under bipartisan legislation introduced April 6 in the House and Senate. Full Article
com Committee on lithium battery air transport safety to meet in November By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — The Lithium Battery Air Safety Advisory Committee has scheduled a public meeting for Nov. 2. Full Article