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Friday Round Up Products October 31

Friday New Products Roundup, October 31st

A-SAFE’s Barrier Range, HighBar’s Dial-Fit Helmet System, Tech Safety Lines’ Rescue Program, and VIVOTEK’s Think Search platform advance impact protection, headgear fit, rescue readiness, and AI-driven safety intelligence.

Government Shutdown Flag

When Oversight Pauses, Risk Doesn’t: What the OSHA Shutdown Reveals About Safety and AI

With enforcement slowed during the government shutdown, serious injury and fatality risks remain unchanged—highlighting why visibility, not just compliance, defines true safety performance.

Workplace Safety Standards

Proactive Workplace Safety and Why It’s Essential

A proactive approach to safety helps organizations prevent injuries, avoid costly OSHA violations and foster a strong safety culture built on accountability and communication.



AI Tools

New AI Tools Target Efficiency and Insight in EHS Management

Benchmark Gensuite’s newly launched AI Agents use automation and analytics to simplify compliance tasks and turn safety data into actionable prevention strategies.

Construction Ergonomic Safety Week

Washington L&I Kicks Off Global Ergonomics Month

The monthlong campaign offers a practical, four-step approach to preventing sprains and strains by strengthening leadership, worker involvement and follow-through.

Roofer in Extreme Heat

Cal/OSHA Issues Late-Season Heat Advisory for Southern California

As temperatures climb into the 90s across Southern California, Cal/OSHA is reminding employers to protect outdoor and indoor workers from heat illness through water, shade, rest breaks, and training.

Grant Money

MIOSHA Offers Matching Grants to Help Small Businesses Improve Workplace Safety

Michigan small businesses with 250 or fewer employees can apply for MIOSHA’s MIWISH grant program, which provides up to $5,000 in matching funds for safety equipment and training to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.

North Carolina Hurricane Helene Cleanup

North Carolina Labor Commissioner Launches Safety Partnership for I-40 Rebuild

Commissioner Luke Farley and AMES Construction join forces to protect workers and strengthen safety practices during the reconstruction of Interstate 40 following Hurricane Helene.

Safety Worker at Desk with Back Pain

Key Features of an Ergonomic Hoteling Workstation

As hybrid work becomes the new normal, adjustability, training, and thoughtful design can make shared office workstations safe, comfortable, and productive for everyone.

Conference Attendees Clapping

World’s Largest Annual Safety Event Draws 12,500 to Denver

The 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo brought together thousands of safety professionals, exhibitors, and thought leaders to showcase innovations designed to protect workers and save lives.

Construction Worker with Checklist

Report: Contractors Are Improving Safety Practices but Gaps Persist Across the Industry

A new CPWR and Dodge Construction Network report shows progress on heat safety and worker well-being programs, but smaller firms lag behind in implementation and data use.

Convention Center

NSC and Safety On The Edge Announce Strategic Co-Location for 2026 Events in Baltimore

The National Safety Council and Safety On The Edge Global Forum will unite for the first time at the Baltimore Convention Center in May 2026, creating a premier global platform for innovation, leadership, and the future of workplace safety.

Workers Wearing PPE in Warehouse with AI

The Hidden Safety Crisis Powering AI: What We’re Ignoring in the Data Center Boom

As the global AI boom accelerates, data centers are multiplying — and so are the overlooked risks to the people who keep them running, from heat and chemicals to fatigue and stress.

Construction Site Inspection

New Field Inspection Partnership Program Unites Safety and Compliance Sectors

A new initiative connects inspectors, safety consultants, and compliance organizations through a shared digital platform designed to streamline reporting, improve accuracy, and strengthen workplace safety oversight.

Infected Lungs

Smart Respiratory Protection: Turning Every Breath into Real-Time Safety Data

From nanofiber filters to AI-driven diagnostics, smart respiratory protection is transforming traditional masks into connected, data-rich systems that monitor both air quality and worker health across industries.

Memorial for Fallen Workers

NSC Labor Division Raises Funds for Families of Fallen Workers

At the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo in Denver, the Labor Division collected more than $3,500 to support the Pinnacol Foundation’s scholarship program for children of workers killed or seriously injured on the job.

Students in Classroom

Michigan Launches Initiative to Award College Credit for Apprenticeships

A new statewide program will allow building trades apprentices to earn college credit for their on-the-job training—linking hands-on experience to academic credentials and career advancement.

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