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Jetliner Engine Catches on Fire at Fort Lauderdale Airport

Jetliner Engine Catches on Fire at Fort Lauderdale Airport

NTSB sends team to Fort Lauderdale to investigate jet engine fire.

Mine Rescue Day Honors First Responders

Mine Rescue Day Honors First Responders

The third annual Mine Rescue Day honors the 300 rescue teams that stand ready.

Volkswagen’s Emissions Directly Responsible for 60 Early Deaths in U.S.

Volkswagen's Emissions Directly Responsible for 60 Early Deaths in U.S.

A study published in Environmental Research Letters says the excess pollution directly contributed to the deaths of 60 people in the U.S.



A+A Features Rescues High and Low

Lots of companies are sending employees aloft, or underwater, to show off rescue equipment at this year's A+A trade fair.

Jubilee Party Starts a New A+A Tradition

On the occasion of the 30th A+A trade fair, 60 years after the first A+A took place in 1954, the organizer held a party Oct. 28 to recognize the show's history and accomplishments.

'A+A Live' Demonstrations Draw Big Crowds

The Hall 7a stage features everything from fire protection and PPE demonstrations to ASSE sessions on "solving the mystery" of U.S. safety and health standards.

A+A Fashion Show Companies Strut Their Stuff

Attendees get eyeful of the latest workwear and products, even rolling ladders, from 11 companies at this year's daily fashion shows.

ANA Urges Nurses to Get Flu Vaccination

The ANA has asked nurses to get the flu vaccine as well as advise their patients to do the same.

A+A 2015 Off to a Rousing Start

"This is where the world gets together in terms of occupational safety and health," Germany's Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs Andrea Nahlers said during her opening keynote.

AIHA and NIOSH Announce “Safety Matters” Program for Young Workers

AIHA and NIOSH Announce "Safety Matters" Program for Young Workers

The program, introduced during AIHA’s conference in Orlando, is intended to teach young workers about safety and health.

AIHA Announces New Online Mold Resource Center

AIHA now provides an online Mold Resource Center as a reference guide.

Congress Leaders Focused on the Future of Work

BMW recently decided to treat mobile work the same as office work, German Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs Andrea Nahles said.

U.S. Exhibitors Have High Hopes

A+A 2015, the 30th safety trade fair in the series, kicked off Oct. 27 in the sprawling fairgrounds of Düsseldorf, Germany, with more than 1,800 exhibitors eagerly awaiting the crowds.

European Officials Worried About Emissions Cheaters More Than Two Years Ago

The Financial Times has obtained documents revealing Europe’s top environmental regulator raised concerns years ago.

A+A 2015, International Trade Fair with Congress for Safety, Security and Health at Work, takes place Oct. 27-30 in Dusseldorf, Germany. (Messe Dusseldorf North America photo)

Ergonomics Takes the Stage at A+A 2015

One Congress event will be focused on the construction industry: "Age-Appropriate Workplace Design in the Construction Industry." And ergonomic workplace design will be highlighted in Hall 10 at the trade fair with the heading "Health at Work."

Product Showcase

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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

  • SECUPRO MARTEGO

    FOR HIGHEST DEMANDS. A cutting tool in which function and design go hand in hand. Meet the SECUPRO MARTEGO, our prize-winning squeeze-grip safety knife with fully automatic retractable blade for safety. • Ergonomically friendly trigger mechanism to engage the blade • Durable body made of aluminum • Safer alternative to fixed blade utility knives for general cutting tasks • 9 mm Cutting depth • Easy, tool free blade change Dimensions: L 6.10" L x 0.71" W x 1.91" H Weight: 3.70 oz Cutting Depth: 9 mm Read More

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