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NFL Players Union Offers Free Wellness Program

The Brain and Body Health component of The Trust allows former players who had concussions during their careers to have a brain MRI done at the UNC Brain and Body Health Program, Tulane University and Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine, or the Cleveland Clinic's facilities in Cleveland, Ohio; Las Vegas; and Weston, Fla.

OSHA Cites Textile Manufacturing Company for 21 Violations

Foss Manufacturing Co. in Hampton, NH, received $115,000 in proposed fines along with the citations.

More than a thousand consumer products already on the market in the United States contain nanomaterials, according to NIOSH.

NIOSH Releases New Nanomaterial Control Recommendations

The section on engineering controls -– local exhaust ventilation, isolation, and dust suppression methods -- states they are likely to be the most effective control strategy for nanomaterials, but it also advises using elimination and substitution first if they are feasible.

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2014 EHS Conference Preview

The cities of New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Orlando will host at least two of the biggest U.S. safety, health, and environmental conferences apiece next year.

Food service workers face a variety of hazards, so no glove provides universal protection.

Food Production Begins with Your Hands

Because the food-processing environment is multifaceted, no one glove can be considered the industry standard.

Hand injuries from chemicals are a leading cause of injury in the cleaning industry.

Toward Safer Cleaning Operations

According to OSHA, 40 percent of all janitorial injuries involve eye irritations or burns; 36 percent are skin irritations or burns; and 12 percent are the result of breathing fumes.

Everything Really Is Bigger in Texas

"We hit a sweet spot. We'll be here for the long haul," Honeywell Life Safety President Mark Levy said Sept. 18.

Both OSHA and the Canadian Standards Association have head protection standards designed to protect workers.

Top of the Line Protection

This is a perfect time for employers to become more familiar with ways in which they can protect their workers from head, face, and eye injuries.



Head protection that is either too large or too small is inappropriate for use, even if it meets all other requirements.

Exploring Crystalline Silica Exposure

When respirators are used to lower exposure to respirable crystalline silica, employers must establish a written respiratory program meeting the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.134.

Exhibitors from more than 50 countries have rented a record amount of exhibit space at this year

A+A 2013 Exhibits Set New Record

More than 1,600 exhibitors from 55 countries have book a record amount of floor space for the Nov. 5-8 trade fair and congress in Dusseldorf, Germany.

Navy Drowning Prompts New Life Jacket Rule

Sailors must now wear life jackets when watching topside aboard Navy submarines.

'Iron Man Suit' Sought by Special Operations Command

If it can be accomplished, it would provide ballistic protection and fire-retardant capability, according to the Army News Service's David Vergun.

T. Boone Pickens to Give $20 Million to Wilmer Eye Institute

The renowned energy oilman is also a well-known philanthropist.

This photo shows the winner of the first annual contest, Brooke Boyer, a wastewater treatment plant supervisor from Mt. Shasta, Calif.

Cintas, Carhartt Looking for North America's Toughest Cold Weather Workers

This year's edition is the third annual Cold Crew Contest by the companies.

The goal of many fans is to break the world record for the loudest crowd at a sports stadium, which will require them to exceed 136.6 decibels (dB).

3M Donates Ear Plugs for Chiefs' Game

The company is participating to help hometown fans avoid hearing loss during the game, when partisans hope to set a new noise standard.

One Week Left to Enter Ergodyne's Gator Contest

The grand prize is a John Deere Gator XUV 550 Camo crossover utility vehicle with an approximate retail value of $9,572, according to the company.

2014 NSC Set for San Diego

The National Safety Council's big annual conference will return to the Southern California city, which is planning to expand its convention center.

OSHA 1910.132 (f) – Training (1) says employers must provide training to each employee who is required by this section to use PPE.

Analyzing Electrical Hazards in the Workplace

It is a common misconception that arc hazards are an effect of only high voltage. The actual arc hazard is based on available energy, not available voltage.

When it comes to protecting workers

Tips for Delivering a Comprehensive Safety Eyewear Program

Every employer should make it a safety priority for its workers to operate with clear vision in their workplace and surroundings.

When it comes to working with electricity, stop shooting from the hip. You owe it to your employees.

Electrical Safety Basics: Not Exactly Shocking

Factor in all of the challenges before attempting a project and be ready to go to plan B should your initial plan hit a snag.

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