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Hearing Protection Devices and Solutions

Millions of workers are exposed to hearing hazards every year, and even though OSHA regulations and NIOSH recommendations in the U.S. specify hearing protection, occupational hearing loss is still the number one reported worker illness in manufacturin

OSHA and Pennsylvania Alliance for Workplace Safety

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor, and OSHA formed an alliance to promote safety information and training to workplaces.

As the Vape-Related Death Toll Rises, the CDC Shouts Bigger Warnings

As the Vape-Related Death Toll Rises, the CDC Shouts Bigger Warnings

After three deaths and hundreds of possible cases of lung disease related to vaping, the CDC and smokers are warning others not to use e-cigarette devices.



Federal Court Reprimands Two Companies for Unlawful Drug Distribution

Federal Court Reprimands Two Companies for Unlawful Drug Distribution

Two Tennessee companies were found to have distributed and prescribed unapproved new drugs, adulterated and misbranded supplements, and an adulterated and misbranded device.

September Marks OSHA's Disaster Preparedness Month

OSHA’s website gives readers valuable information on how to prepare for multiple natural disasters such as hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, and floods.

Day Two at NSC: Busy, Busy, Busy

Day two on the Expo floor was another full one! We are learning our way around this massive convention center, full of thousands of booths and people. The chaos, though, has been more than worth it.

This Really Is My First (NSC) Rodeo

Yep, you heard right. I recently joined the OH&S team as Associate Content Editor, and that means that this year's NSC show in San Diego is indeed my very first one... ever.

NSC & OSHA Announce FY 2019 Most Cited Violations

Fall Protection – General Requirements (1926.501) tops this year's list for the ninth consecutive year. Meanwhile, Eye and Face Protection (1926.102), a newcomer to last year's list, remains in the No. 10 spot

Booth Hop, Sleep, Repeat: Day One on the NSC Expo Floor

While our feet may be tired, this is just the beginning. Here’s a recap of the sponsors that partnered with OH&S and how our first day went.

Learning About Safety Culture: NSC Day 1

Day one at the NSC Congress & Expo was full of booths, products, and info sessions for safety industry professionals. I was able to dip away from the show floor to listen to an interesting info session on cultural hazards and company leadership.

Minimizing Motor Vehicle Crashes: How Telematics is the New Driver Safety Measure

Minimizing Motor Vehicle Crashes: How Telematics is the New Driver Safety Measure

With operator error contributing to nearly all motor vehicle crashes, employers are looking for new ways to incentivize good driving and track dangerous driving. With telematics, this is becoming much easier.

National Safety Council Recognizes Safety Award Winners

Since 1942, individuals honored for exceptional dedication to safety and health

A Move Toward Safer Craft Brewing: Alliance Made Between OSHA Massachusetts Area Offices, the Massachusetts DLS Standards/OSHA Consultation, and Mass Brewers Guild

The state of Massachusetts just witnessed a three-way Alliance between safety industry agencies and the state’s craft brewing industry. This collaborative relationship aims to foster safety and health practices and programs for workers.

Getting a Grip on Hand-Impact Injuries

Getting a Grip on Hand-Impact Injuries

It’s time for action on hand-impact injuries. Employers and workers alike need to use their heads and start protecting their hands.

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  • Kestrel 5400 Heat Stress Tracker WBGT Monitoring for Workplace Safety

    Ensure safety with the Kestrel® 5400 Heat Stress Tracker, the go-to choice for safety professionals and endorsed by the Heat Safety & Performance Coalition. This robust, waterless WBGT meter is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments, offering advanced monitoring and data logging essential for OSHA compliance. It features pre-programmed ACGIH guidelines and alert settings to quickly signal critical conditions. Integrated with the cloud-based Ambient Weather Network, the 5400 allows managers to view, track, and log job site conditions remotely, ensuring constant awareness of potential hazards. Its capability for real-time mobile alerts and remote data access promotes proactive safety management and workplace protection, solidifying its role as a crucial tool in industrial hygiene. Read More

  • Matrix's OmniPro Vision AI Collision Avoidance System

    OmniPro Vision AI is a state-of-the-art collision avoidance system that features NIOSH award-winning Visual Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. This highly accurate, powerful system identifies and alerts on pedestrians, vehicles and specified objects, ensuring safer facilities, mining operations and industrial sites. With its web-based cloud application, OmniPro Vision AI also logs and analyzes a wide range of data related to zone breach notifications. Operating without needing personal wearable devices or tags, OmniPro has visual and audible zone breach alerts for both operators and pedestrians. Read More

  • Full Line of Defense Against Combustible Dust Nilfisk

    Nilfisk provides a comprehensive range of industrial vacuums meticulously crafted to adhere to NFPA 652 housekeeping standards, essential for gathering combustible dust in Class I, Group D, and Class II, Groups E, F & G environments or non-classified settings. Our pneumatic vacuums are meticulously engineered to fulfill safety criteria for deployment in hazardous surroundings. Leveraging advanced filtration technology, Nilfisk ensures the secure capture of combustible materials scattered throughout your facility, ranging from fuels, solvents, and metal dust to flour, sugar, and pharmaceutical powders. Read More

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