PPE


Inbound to McCarran: Safety 2013

The heat may not be to your liking when next year's ASSE conference takes place June 24-27 in Vegas, but McCarran International Airport's Terminal 3 may be.

What's Up in PPE? More Fit Testing

An offering on display during this week's Safety 2012 conference brings the concept of fit testing to yet another PPE category.

Frozen Food Processor Fined $156,700 for 27 Safety Violations at Ark. Facility

OSHA's Little Rock Area Office initiated an inspection on Dec. 12, 2011, under the agency's National Emphasis Program for Chemicals.

Maryland's Asbestos Worker Protection Law Hailed

LIUNA and the Laborers' Health and Safety Fund of North America say the new law significantly increases penalties for violating environmental laws related to asbestos remediation.

MSHA Issues 306 Citations in April Impact Inspections

Coal mines were issued 254 citations, 19 orders, and one safeguard, and metal/nonmetal operations were issued 52 citations and nine orders.

Safety 2012 ASSE's Largest Expo on Record

The show features more than 500 exhibitors in 77,600 square feet of sold expo space. This is significant because last year’s record-setting centennial expo in Chicago featured 475 exhibitors, taking up 75,000 square feet in expo space.

Historic Landmark Designation Pending for Denver

Last month, Mayor Michael Hancock said approval of the recommendation for Denver Civic Center "would shine a spotlight on this city treasure and help to deliver Denver as a world-class city."

Stocks Plunge, But Big 3's Sales Jump

The weak May jobs report on June 1 coincided with General Motors' report the same day that its U.S. vehicle sales rose 11 percent, Ford's report of 13 percent higher sales, and Chrysler's 30 percent increase.



Many people incorrectly believe police or fire personnel clean the accident scene after a factory or home accident.

Accident Cleanup

In a larger facility, it may be well worth the investment to have custodial workers trained to handle accident cleanup operations.

Staying hydrated, getting sufficient rest, and staying alert for symptoms of heat illnesses are essential for workers who are exposed to excessive heat.

Are You Ready for Those Pesky Summer Hazards?

Driving, working outside, and even petting animals at county fairs can be dangerous activities during the summer months.

New NIOSH Document Highlights Safe Practices for Working with Nanomaterials

Although engineered nanomaterials present seemingly limitless possibilities, they bring with them new challenges for identifying and controlling potential safety and health risks to workers.

Given the dangers and its large size and somewhat rural location, Clearwater Paper has had an on-site fire department for more than 30 years.

Prevention and Readiness at Clearwater Paper

With an average of 250 fire calls each year, quick response is vital to keep fires from spreading, says Brad Hukreide, fire chief at the Lewiston, Idaho, paper mill.

Predicting Comfort of Flame Resistant Clothing

There is simply no substitute for a properly conducted, objectively administered, blind wear test.

Study Finds Gender Differences in Pesticide-Related Illnesses, Injuries

NIOSH says the findings reinforce the need for heightened efforts to better protect farm workers from pesticide exposure.

Focus on Falls, OSHA Tells Garden State Contractors

Following four falls at northern New Jersey construction sites, the agency issued a "call to action" to every contractor in the state.

New Certification Program Launched for Cut-Resistant Gloves

The International Glove Association's president said the new program aims to clear up end users' confusion about different standard ratings.

Gems from the Safety 2012 Educational Program

Next month's ASSE annual conference in Denver has experts speaking about near misses, hearing protection, welding fume exposures, near misses, fall protection, and a host of other timely issues.

SVEP Assignment, $473,000 Penalty Filed in Fatality Case

OSHA has cited Raani Corp. of Bedford Park, Ill., for six alleged willful violations and seven serious violations in connection with a worker's death from chemical burns in November 2011.

OSHA Hammers Home Depot for Repeat Electrical Hazards

The retailer faces a total of $51,480 in proposed fines.

Helmet Sensor Records Forces in Soldiers' Concussive Events

According to PEO Soldier, the agency that develops and procures equipment for Army soldiers, the Gen II sensor weighs about 2.14 ounces and can store 1 gigabyte of data.

Product Showcase

  • 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

  • EMSL Analytical, Inc. - Air Sampling Supplies & Testing Labs

    EMSL Analytical, Inc. operates laboratories throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for Asbestos, Mold, Silica, Lead & Metals, Bacteria, Legionella, USP , Combustion By-Products, VOC’s, Radon, PCB’s, Formaldehyde, METH/Fentanyl, Identification of Dust & Unknowns. Sampling Pumps, Cassettes, Media & Supplies available. Reach us at 1-800.220.3675 Read More

  • Preventative Heat Safety

    Dehydration and heat exposure impair physical and cognitive performance. Proper hydration boosts heat stress resilience, but hydration needs are highly individualized and hard to predict across a workforce. Connected Hydration® empowers industrial athletes to stay safe through behavioral interventions, informed by sports science, and equips safety teams with critical insights to anticipate high-risk situations and adapt to evolving environmental factors. Curious about applying the latest in sports science based hydration strategies for industrial athletes? Stop by booth #1112 at AIHA or schedule a free demo today at https://epcr.cc/demo. Read More

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