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VPPPAs 2023 Safety Plus Symposium Is Coming to Orlando This Month

The organization’s annual event takes place from Sept. 17-20.

Safety+ Symposium 2023 Serving up Special Events

The annual Safety+ Symposium runs Sept. 17-20 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Fla. and will feature a Kennedy Space Center tour, a Daytona International Speedway tour, and the VPPPA Scholarship Golf Tournament.

Take 5 Car Wash Faces $256,707 in Penalties for Electrical, Other Hazards

Take 5 Car Wash Faces $256,707 in Penalties for Electrical, Other Hazards

Reports of electrical shocks spanned more than a year.



Wisconsin Sawmill Adheres to Child Labor Laws After Teen Worker

Wisconsin Sawmill Adheres to Child Labor Laws After Teen Worker's Death

The company settled with $190,696 in penalties.

2023 Safety+ Symposium Emphasizes Education

The 2023 Safety+ Symposium, slated for Sept. 17 to Sept. 20 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Fla., is set to host more than 50 educational workshops for its attendees.

New York Governor Signs Workplace Safety Bill for Schools

New York Governor Signs Workplace Safety Bill for Schools

The legislation aims to address workplace violence statewide.

6 Practical Ways to Keep Drivers Safe on the Job: What Employers Can Do

6 Practical Ways to Keep Drivers Safe on the Job What Employers Can Do

By adopting six practical strategies, employers can meet the delivery demands of a fast-paced world while safeguarding the individuals who steer toward progress.

Understanding Safety Software Solutions

Understanding Safety Software Solutions

There is a wide spectrum of options. What do you need to know to protect your team?

Understanding ‘Point of Work’ in NFPA 70E

Understanding ‘Point of Work’ in NFPA 70E

How permanent absence of voltage test points ensure compliance and safety.

Addressing an Overlooked Danger

Addressing an Overlooked Danger

Why current helmet standards must be updated to account for rotational motion, a key cause of concussions.

The Public Sector Side of Facility Safety

The Public Sector Side of Facility Safety

Facilities Management and Public Works play a critical role as disaster site first responders, but it’s a role that’s not fully recognized.

The ‘Five S’ System for Facility Safety

The ‘Five S’ System for Facility Safety

How these straightforward and easy-to-implement solutions can keep your facility safe and efficient.

Vision: A Key Piece in the Safety Puzzle

Vision: A Key Piece in the Safety Puzzle

Employers sometimes lose focus on vision protection when handling high-fatality dangers such as falls. Fortunately vision protection might be having its big moment.

Fall Protection: An Ongoing Conversation

Fall Protection An Ongoing Conversation

How can employers develop a comprehensive training program and instilling a safety culture to prevent slips and falls?

Why OSH Professionals Should Embrace Sustainability

Why OSH Professionals Should Embrace Sustainability

Sustainability and employee safety are closely linked, and prioritizing them in the workplace creates resilient and successful business models that benefit employees.

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  • 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. 3

  • 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. 3

  • NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter

    SKC NoiseCHEK is the easiest-to-use dosimeter available! Designed specifically for OEHS professionals, SKC NoiseCHEK offers the easiest operation and accurate noise measurements. Everything you need is right in your palm. Pair Bluetooth models to your mobile devices and monitor workers remotely with the SmartWave dB app without interrupting workflow. Careful design features like a locking windscreen, sturdy clip, large front-lit display, bright status LEDs, and more make NoiseCHEK the top choice in noise dosimeters. Demo NoiseCHEK at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. 3

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