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Northern Ireland Water selects Blackline Safety devices to keep workers connected in real-time

Northern Ireland Water has purchased more than 700 connected wearable devices by leading safety technology provider Blackline Safety Corp. for its frontline workers.




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Saf-Gard® Safety Shoe Company acquires Industrial Protection Products

The family-owned purveyor of safety footwear announced this acquisition as part of an ongoing project to extend its retail footprint and broaden its product offerings. 




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Nelson-Jameson moves sustainability goals forward with new ESG targets

 The organization has set targets for its Environmental, Sustainability, and Governance (ESG) framework, and measures progress on a comprehensive, cross-category internal scorecard. 




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Blackline Safety to unveil first-of-their-kind safety wearables at ADIPEC




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Blackline Safety wins $3.5 million deal with leading North American energy company to protect over 850 workers

The company selected Blackline Safety to provide more than 850 G7x cloud-connected wearable safety devices for their workforce.




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New product seal to ensure genuine SLIPNOT™

SLIPNOT announces logo will appear on all products. 




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Industrial and Safety independent distributors and suppliers connect at 2023 AD North American Meeting

Over 900 AD community members attended the 2023 AD North American Meeting – Industrial & Safety – U.S. and Safety Network Divisions in Colorado from September 12 to 15 for a week of networking and collaboration.




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SHOWA Group appoints Charles Miller President and COO of Americas and Oceania

Miller brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having been a vital part of SHOWA's operations for nearly two decades.




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Bastian Rottenberg appointed CEO of Würth MRO, Safety and Metalworking Division




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AD celebrates Industrial & Safety and Safety Network excellence at 2023 Spirit of Independence Awards




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Treasure Bay Casino and Hotel increases profit, improves guest satisfaction with smoking detection system

Unauthorized smoking is a major challenge for any hotel with the actual costs of smoking averaging four to five times the cleaning fee. 




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ASSP welcomes new chief financial officer

Steve Lothary joins ASSP’s leadership team, working with the CEO and Board of Directors to align resources with the organization’s strategic direction. 




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IRONCLAD Marketing introduces IRONCLAD Europe through strategic alliance




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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. marks 70 years in business

The Wisconsin company's safety & regulatory compliance solutions have expanded through three generations of leadership.




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PIP Global Safety selects TrusTrace to support corporate sustainability initiatives

PIP Global Safety, TrusTrace’s first customer specialized in the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Workwear and Safety Footwear space, is taking a proactive approach to regulatory compliance by gathering granular traceability data on the cotton used in its products




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Magid Glove & Safety named a winner of The Chicagoland Top Workplaces Award

With close to 100,000 licensed businesses in the City of Chicago alone, Magid was one of only 196 businesses to make this list.




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Final days of discounted rate for winter session of SafetyFOCUS

The winter session’s discounted early rate expires after Nov. 16.




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Protective Industrial Products, Inc. acquires Final Fit Safety, manufacturer of sustainable ear plugs

Final Fit Safety was founded by Mr. Howard Leight, long considered a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of ear plug-type hearing protectors for over 50 years. 




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Case study: Optimizing lockout procedures for a multi-site, national retailer

As an organization highly committed to safety, it was important to this premium retailer that they take a proactive approach to control any hazardous energy that could impact safety and/or the efficiency of their stores – and the sooner the better. 




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Haws® Corporation appoints Chuck Gruber as new CEO

While Gruber is the first Haws CEO from outside the founding family, Haws continues to be owned by family members and upholds the same values since its beginnings in 1906. 




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Ensuring safety for solo workers with technology

In today’s dynamic work environments, an increasing number of employees find themselves working alone.




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Feds investigating major chemical fire at Bio-Lab Facility in Conyers, GA

The owner of a Georgia chemical plant that had a massive chemical fire has been cited and fined repeatedly by the federal government, mostly for violations related to employees not receiving proper safety training.




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New NIOSH center focuses on firefighter safety, health and well-being

The Center provides a central point for partners to engage with NIOSH on the broad spectrum of firefighter-related research and services.




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The biggest risks of VOCs in industrial projects

In hazard-prone industrial projects, some risks can be easier to overlook than others. That’s often the case with volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are often not immediately noticeable but can be dangerous nonetheless. 




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How to protect lone workers who deal with confined spaces and fall risk

Regardless of the specific industry or job, lone workers face unique occupational risks due to their isolation from others.




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2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Respiratory Protection, general industry

The OSHA standard on respiratory protection, general industry is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022.




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2022 Top 10 OSHA Violations: Control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) general industry

The OSHA standard on control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) general industry is one of the top 10 most frequently penalized OSHA standards for FY 2022.




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How digital control of work will improve health and safety in oil and gas

    Oil and gas industry data shows increases in fatal accidents. Here are three areas that need attention.




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Immersive virtual reality programs offer new hires experience-based training

Many leading organizations are following the lead of innovative manufacturers and retailers by turning to virtual reality training solutions.




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Keep safety top of mind to protect oil and gas workers year-round




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Honeywell introduces cloud-based digital twin for efficient and secure up-to-date testing

The platform can be used by companies in industries such as Oil & Gas, sheet manufacturing, and chemicals to test modifications during planned shutdown periods to reduce rework.




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Mitigating the hidden risks of start-up and shutdown operations

While commonly associated with planned shutdowns and turnarounds, SU/SD operations also encompass routine operational cycles and processes that occur independently of these events. These SU/SD operations produce various risks that need to be carefully managed to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of industrial facilities. 




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Blackline Safety unveils new and improved features for G6 Single-Gas Detector

G6 will be on display at a global marketing roadshow at both the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo in New Orleans from October 23-35, and A+A in Dusseldorf, Germany from October 24-27.




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MSA Safety launches the SENTRY io® Controller for gas and flame monitoring

Designed for easy use with an intuitive touchscreen operating system, the SENTRY io Controller can help users save time and reduce costs.




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Safety first: Protecting workers in the oil and gas industry as fatalities and injuries are on the rise

Workers in the oil and gas industry, whether they work with pipelines, on oil rigs, as drivers or at well sites, face higher incidence and mortality rates.




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Innovation in gas detection – MSA announces shared alerts for enhanced safety

MSA Safety’s innovative gas detection systems can communicate and share alerts, helping you keep workers safer than ever before.




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Safeguarding the invisible workforce

Advanced gas detection and safety monitoring solutions emerge as indispensable tools in safeguarding lone workers.




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Honeywell and Chevron collaborate on AI-assisted solutions for refining processes

Collaboration aims to enhance refining operations and workforce with advanced AI-Assisted technologies, including a new generation of alarm management solutions.




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U.S. Chemical Safety Board investigates release of toxic hydrofluoric acid at Honeywell facility

This is the third serious incident involving the release of HF at the Louisiana facility in the last three years, official says.




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Is your high-density storage compromising worker safety?

This strategy increases the value of each square foot with customizable racks, but do the pros outweigh the cons?




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Amazon Prime Day major cause of injuries for warehouse workers, Senate report says

The report said peak shopping times resulted in the “highest weekly injury rates” for Amazon warehouse workers.




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Advancements in technology are increasing welding safety

As more injuries happen, more welders will be out of commission — and fewer young adults will be interested in entering the field.  




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Balancing efficiency and reducing human error in manufacturing

Attempting to mitigate human error can negatively impact manufacturing efficiency, and inefficiencies can be almost as expensive and frustrating as the human errors themselves.




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Robots: Powering productivity and safety

Emerging technologies within robots and AI can improve safety by taking on jobs that are more dangerous for humans.




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PODCAST | The future of materials handling

Doug Backinger of Caster Concepts discusses the growing trend of automation and ergonomics in the materials handling industry.




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Tiny particles, massive threat: The unseen danger of combustible dust

A recent ISHN webinar highlighted the often-overlooked hazard of combustible dust, with expert Mark Hanson detailing the devastating consequences of ignoring this workplace threat.




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Why is heat top of mind for OSHA, workers and employers?

This new rule from OSHA paired with dangerously high summer temperatures mean that heat safety will continue to weigh heavily for some time to come.




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The future of industrial safety: How autonomous systems can prevent accidents

Imagine a world where industrial accidents are almost non-existent, where robots, drones and AI-powered technologies work together to create the safest possible work environments.




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Is your facility at risk due to inadequate electrical testing?

Many facilities do not follow best practices when inspecting and maintaining machinery, leading to unnoticed and unmanaged hazards.




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From past to present: Asbestos remains a hidden hazard

Originally celebrated, asbestos was widely used across various industries from construction to automotive manufacturing for many years. However, the same properties that made it so valuable have also made it a lingering danger.