University of Minnesota Extension Offering Farm Safety Webinars In Wright County
University of Minnesota Extension Offering Farm Safety Webinars In Wright County - St. Michael, MN - University of Minnesota Extension is excited to be partnering with North Dakota State University Extension to offer a series of farm safety.... Read more.
OPINION: The Bronx Cries Out for Street Safety
Covering the fight for sustainable cities... Read more.
Increase in boating traffic, incidents prompt safety | Outdoors | timesnews.net
2020 was the deadliest year on Tennessee waterways in nearly four decades, according to a year-end report from Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.... Read more.
Taos County wins workplace safety honor | News | taosnews.com
Taos County was recognized by New Mexico Counties with a 2020 Risk Awareness Program Award. The Risk Awareness Program is an educational initiative that promotes risk control and workplace safety.... Read more.
Heated vest | 2021 - 01 - 24
The Boss Therm base-layer heated vest provides long-lasting relief from winter�s cold temperatures via three on-demand heat settings that work at the press of a button. Powered by a durable 5-volt rechargeable battery, the 300-HV100�s breathable, lightweight, soft-shell material also serves as an ideal base layer for maintaining core body temperature. The one-size-fits-all vest includes two-way locking Velcro straps that are easy to adjust for a secure, comfortable fit. Protective Industrial Products... Read more.
Trends in ... protective clothing | 2021 - 01 - 24
�The horizon for protective clothing is bright,� said Scott Margolin, vice president of technical for Tyndale Co., particularly in the area of arc-rated and flame-resistant fabrics. Safety+Health talked with Margolin and Jake Hirschi, general manager at CarbonX, about what�s new in protective AR/FR clothing, what�s on the horizon and how COVID-19 made an impact on the market. Advancing protection �Protective clothing manufacturers are continually looking for solutions to make PPE more comfortable without sacrificing performance,� Hirschi said.� Some of the bigger advancements in this area, . . .... Read more.
Respiratory protection in health care | 2021 - 01 - 24
Health care workers on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic are placed under immense stress � exposed to volatile situations � and are known to suffer psychological trauma as a result of their work. Now, they�re faced with another health risk: being in direct contact with the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.... Read more.
Appeal after 'gentle soul' road safety officer Allan is 'kidnapped'
The mannequin warns speedsters approaching an Aberdeenshire village but locals have been left stunned by his disappearance.... Read more.
Editor's Note: See you there | 2021 - 01 - 24
Every year when the National Safety Council�s Safety Congress & Expo rolls around, Safety+Health presents advance coverage of the event, and I write an editor�s note inviting you to stop by the S+H booth and meet the editorial team. I�m happy to say the invitation remains open for the virtual NSC Safety Congress & Expo, set for March 1-5.... Read more.
Custom floor safety signs | 2021 - 01 - 24
Safely direct personnel through your facility with custom floor signs. The signs are constructed with durable, UL-certified slip-resistant vinyl material that can be used on commercial tile floors, sealed concrete, sealed wood and certain ceramic tiles. They are removable for up to six months under normal exposure and conditions. Available in sizes to meet the needs of your facility, including round floor signs with 8-, 12- and 17-inch diameters as well as 12-by-12-inch and 17-by-17-inch square options. Avery Industrial... Read more.
Phuket Opinion: A jab for health, hygiene and safety
PHUKET: The recent proposal by Phuket tourism industry leaders for Phuket to start receiving international tourists from October pins its hopes all on one thing, the COVID vaccine, as if it will solve... Read more.
Phase 1 trial results show Covaxin has tolerable safety, enhanced immunity: Lancet study
Developed by Bharat Biotech in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, the vaccine has been granted emergency use authorisation in clinical trial mode'' by the Indian government.... Read more.
Electrical safety | 2021 - 01 - 24
In December 2018, a revision in IEEE 1584-2018 � IEEE Guide for Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations changed calculations substantially on some equipment. The 2002 edition of the standard excluded equipment less than 240 volts supplied by a single transformer rated less than 125 kilovolt-ampere.... Read more.
Women and safety leadership: 'A cultural shift' | 2021 - 01 - 24
One expert said �women are definitely underrepresented� in EHS leadership. Although positive developments are underway to address this divide, many female safety professionals say employers can do more.... Read more.
Trends in ... safety signs and labels | 2021 - 01 - 24
Signs and labels are one of the quickest ways to convey safety messages to workers and visitors. Safety+Health spoke with Colwin Chan, group product manager for Avery Industrial, to find out what�s new in the area of safety signs, what customers are looking for when it comes to labels and what�s on the horizon. Safety+Health: What are some recent innovations in safety signs and labels? Chan: The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to communicate critical hygiene and safety protocol with innovative signage such as . . .... Read more.
Supercharge your safety training | 2021 - 01 - 24
Do you notice workers not paying attention when you�re giving a safety presentation? If your presentation and materials are stale, old-fashioned and/or uninspiring, your message isn�t likely to stick.... Read more.
The National Safety Council Safety Congress & Expo | February 2021
A look at the virtual event, set to take place March 1-5, including keynote speakers, Technical Sessions, networking opportunities and Professional Development Seminars.... Read more.
Safety signs and labels | 2021 - 01 - 24
SafetySign.com offers a comprehensive selection of ANSI- and OSHA-compliant headers and legends in numerous formats, including wall-mount and post-mount signs, floor signs, banners, and sandwich boards. These products are designed to be durable and keep workers in compliance with safety requirements on jobsites. New designs are frequently added, including a variety of signs featuring health and safety protocol. Many options are offered in Spanish or other languages. SafetySign.com... Read more.
3D printing and worker safety | 2021 - 01 - 24
3D printing is an additive manufacturing technology that has experienced widespread growth across numerous industries in recent years. It�s used in a wide variety of settings, including laboratories, factories, hospitals and schools.... Read more.
Safety through technology: How to protect your workers, assets, and operations
Electrical incidents happen daily, putting lives and operational continuity at risk. However, there are ways companies can reduce the occurrence of these incidents and protect everyone concerned from the physical, financial, and statutory consequences.... Read more.
Firemen's group urges home heating safety
Winter is in full swing, bringing with it freezing temperatures and snow. As New Yorkers turn on their heat this winter and curl up next to their fireplaces, the Firemen’s... Read more.