Two deals on the eve of the National Safety Council's Congress & Expo this month will give those companies' representatives plenty to talk about with attendees.
Appropriate PPE choices, along with a comprehensive safety program, can save lives, reduce injuries, and diminish long-term business costs.
Special attention must be paid to remain in compliance with NFPA 2112, NFPA 70E, and now OSHA 1910.269.
The design and features of rainwear can have a significant impact on how functional it is and its overall user acceptance.
The agency has proposed $77.000 in penalties for 24 serious violations.
Speakers include keynoter Jim Davidson, a veteran of many high-altitude climbs and rescues, and Closing General Session speaker Daryl "Moose" Johnston, a three-time Super Bowl winner with the Dallas Cowboys and "NFL on Fox" analyst.
The oil rig fire resulted in three deaths and two serious injuries.
The OSHA region that includes Texas accounted for the lion's share of inspections during 2012-2015, and most of those were unprogrammed -- triggered by complaints or by incidents, Mike Marshall reported June 9.
Scott Margolin of Westex gave an impassioned presentation regarding arc flash.
Exposures to hazards present in the oil and gas well drilling, servicing, and storage industry are addressed in specific standards for general industry.
By selecting FR garments with THL measures and layering in mind, safety managers can take steps to ensure employees will be able to maintain a safe and comfortable temperature in the workplace.
Clearly, the addition of a flash fire or flame hazard to a scenario involving dry or liquid chemicals can significantly complicate protection.
Today's workers are looking for the fits, features, and finishes of retail-ready denim but with proven flame-resistant protection.
Real-world applications have brought on an increasing demand for garments that are suitable for use in environments with multiple hazards.
After integrating the acquired distributor Safety Solutions, Inc. during 2014, Grainger will add 14 more shoemobiles this year and as many again next year, company leaders said.
"By taking the proper safety precautions this winter, job providers can avoid nasty slips and falls that will cost them in the future," Michigan Workers' Compensation Agency Director Kevin Elsenheimer said.
A construction worker is dead after falling from a stage being built in a parking lot outside the University of Phoenix Stadium.
The tentative amendment follows work conducted by the CDC.
The standard is currently under revision and is expected to be published as a revised document by the end of 2015.
A "Voice of the Customer" study reveals insights into the challenges of managing an effective flame-resistant clothing program.