Washington – A national strategy implemented in 2011 to provide guidance to federal agencies on nanotechnology and occupational safety has led to the collection of workplace exposure assessment data and exposure control strategy resources, according to a report released June 25.

Washington – NIOSH has announced the launch of a consortium to expand guidance and research on occupational health and safety related to nanotechnology.

Washington — As emerging technologies continue to impact the workplace, NIOSH is keeping a watchful eye on whether these new materials and processes will create new on-the-job hazards.

Silver Spring, MD — A new e-tool from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training is intended to help manufacturers, distributors and importers of products that contain nanomaterials strengthen their Safety Data Sheets.

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Denios pop-up barriers are self-contained and passively powered. They are a self-closing solution that can save your facility – and even lives. No power, people or external sensors are needed.

Rave Collaborate addresses needs unmet by traditional incident management solutions with an intuitive tool to coordinate preparedness and response for both planned activities and unplanned emergencies. 

Genetec Inc. announced that the company unified security platform has been chosen by Brazil’s Hercílio Luz International Airport in Florianópolis (Floripa), to manage its physical security infrastructure, and provide operational insights.

Vaasa, Finland — Organizations with “structurally powerful” CEOs experience fewer workplace injuries and illnesses, Finnish researchers claim.

Iowa City, IA — Organizations seeking better safety results should adopt a more precise accounting system, a group of international researchers suggests.

Quincy, MA — Fire departments nationwide are being asked to pause all nonemergency activities during the 2024 Firefighter Safety Stand Down to focus on safety and health education.

Rosemont, IL — Over a span of months before their May 15 keynote presentation – “The Battle Between Safety I and Safety II: Who’s Right and Who’s Wrong?” – at the 2024 NSC Spring Safety Conference and Expo, SafeStart senior safety consultant Tim Page-Bottorff and Corrie Pitzer, founder and CEO of Safemap International, used debate to find common ground.

“In incorporating many different points of view, you might be able to apply a certain tool toward risks or hazards in the workplace,” a veteran safety pro says. “You can’t just keep doing the same things in the same way and expect better outcomes or improvements.”

Orlando, FL — Safety I and Safety II have divergent viewpoints, but they can be united and aligned into “Safety Seriously.”

Orlando, FL — Ensuring psychological safety and diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace demands safety professionals’ expertise, skills and practice, according to one expert.

Many workplaces may have up to four generations of workers – each with generally preferred communication methods and learning styles.

Washington – The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking comment on a proposal that would require vessels operating in the outer continental shelf to develop new or modified safety and environmental management systems.

Washington – The National Transportation Safety Board on April 8 issued a series of recommendations to the U.S. Coast Guard and other ferry industry stakeholders following the investigation of a January 2013 ferry crash in New York City.

Washington – A recently released fact sheet from OSHA is intended to protect longshore workers who handle baggage at cruise ship terminals.

Washington — Prompted by a recent spate of deaths during diving operations, particularly at power generation facilities, OSHA has issued a safety alert on diving work performed near drains, tunnels, pipes and valves.

Established in 1993 and based in New York, Altus provides a wide range of fire/life-safety services and solutions throughout the Northeast.

Safety Systems was founded almost 60 years ago by Dale Decker, who built the company on a foundation of quality, service and commitment to the local community.

Pasco has been a trusted name in central Florida since 1992, having earned the confidence of area businesses by providing reliable service and caring for customers with integrity, according to an announcement.

DACSIS’s expertise in full fire code protection complements the offerings of Pye-Barker’s nearby commercial alarm and security teams.

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The OSHA lockout/tagout standard outlines practices and procedures required to prevent the flow of dangerous energy while employees are servicing equipment. This includes all sources of energy, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical and thermal.

Bench-mounted and pedestal grinders – which are equipped with abrasive stones, wire brushes and buffing brushes to sharpen, grind, strip and polish metal – can be found in many industrial settings, according to the FIOSA-MIOSA Safety Alliance of British Columbia.

Gateway Safety has expanded its StarLite family to include StarLite FOAMPRO, a foam-lined, anti-fog eyewear solution.

The Veratti Primo is the first model of a new ?family of safety spectacles offering Advanced Fog Resistance lens coating. Primo has a removable headband that connects at the end of the temples for easier adjustments and a snug, comfortable fit.

Uvex Acadia Safety Eyewear’s contoured, wrap-around frame and premium comfort features deliver the style and custom comfort that workers demand.

Action Goggles are made for welding and grinding environments, as well as for use in chemical labs.

SafeVision LLC has expanded its specialty frame selection with the inclusion of ANSI Z87.1 safety-certified goggles.

The SecureFit Protective Eyewear 600 Series has new options, including safety glasses with a Scotchgard anti-fog coating to help provide long-lasting clarity, a rugged anti-scratch coating to help extend the life of the lens, photochromic lenses that darken when exposed to UV light outdoors and lighten when removed from UV exposure indoors, and polarized lenses to reduce reflective glare.

The 880 Series, part of the ProGuard Fit line, provides the right fit for the right job.

Weighing only 19.3 grams, Ellipse Safety Eyewear is lightweight while still meeting the rigorous U.S. military specification for ballistic impact resistance.

The Uvex SVP 200, 300 and 400 Series deliver ample 9- or 10-base coverage, streamlined styling, and lightweight comfort.

StarLite glasses now are available with classic camouflage temples.

Safety Glass/Goggle Kit #11173P is designed to stop eye injuries in the workplace.

Isotope Safety Glasses have a wraparound frame designed for superior side protection.

OCTANE Safety Glasses with Polarized Lenses provide 99 percent UV protection.

Uvex Avatar OTG Safety Eyewear is an over-the-glass style uniquely designed to disperse weight through the brow and nosepiece.

Electrical arcs emit extreme high-intensity light across a wide spectrum that can damage the delicate structure of eyes.

PMXTREME, Venture II and Brevard (shown) safety glasses feature an ultrarealistic camo pattern and have been designed for the highest impact standards and all-day comfort.

This line of safety eyewear offers a number of features, including fully adjustable soft silicone rubber nosepieces; soft, nonslip rubber temple arms; a detachable foam collar and ratchet adjustable temples; and optional lens and frame colors.

This line of bifocal safety glasses features UV400 protection and polycarbonate lenses that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards. The bifocal lens style on the glasses allows wearers to use the magnified lens below when working and the clear lens on top when interacting with others or looking ahead.

Radians’ new line of safety glasses includes the CROSSFIRE CK7, designed for workers who wear their protective eyewear as sunglasses. The CK7 features a lightweight frame, insulated wire core temples and indirect lens venting.

Conaire safety glasses feature antiglare lenses with scratch and impact resistance, and offer wearers the highest blue light and ultraviolet light protection available – UV 400 – all with a sleek retro frame design.

Legacy glasses are designed to protect workers’ eyes from general work duties, including those in which optical radiation is produced by welding. The glasses feature H2MAX anti-fog coating technology, which offers continued clarity working against sweat, extreme humidity and a range of temperatures.