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Lightweight 4-gas monitor by Scantek

January 2, 2014

Scantek’s RKI GX-2009 four-gas monitor weighs only 4.6 ounces and fits in the palm of your hand

Portable heating solutions for worker safety and comfort

Buddy Phillips

December 4, 2013

This article will focus on portable heating technologies available for emergency, temporary and supplemental use, and how to decide on the best solution for your needs.

Video case study describes pioneering application for cartridge-style dust collection

November 21, 2013

Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC), a leading producer of industrial dust and fume collectors, has published a video case study showcasing dust collection solutions for Watts Water Technologies, Inc.

Options for a zero-tolerance approach to dust accumulation

Brad Carr P.E.

November 4, 2013

Combustible dust risks are not new. In 2003, there were three catastrophic dust explosions that killed 14 workers.

MSHA announces results of August impact inspections

October 31, 2013

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration’s inspectors issued 213 citations, 23 orders and one safeguard during special impact inspections conducted at nine coal mines and five metal/nonmetal mines last month.

Georgia company’s citations cover the spectrum

Violations stem from combustible dust to PPE to confined space

September 11, 2013

Total Building Services Group in Marietta, Georgia was cited for ten safety and health violations after a recent OSHA inspection conducted under the agency's Site-Specific Targeting Program, which directs enforcement resources to workplaces with higher-than-average rates of injuries and illnesses.

Top products of the week

Larson Electronics, Camfil APC

September 1, 2013

A combustible dust solution and industrial lighting are among this week’s top EHS-related products as featured on ISHN.com:

Riding in a bucket, 2’ of combustible dust

MSHA inspectors turn up a variety of violations in July

August 30, 2013

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) said its inspectors issued 149 citations and 16 orders during special impact inspections conducted at nine coal mines and four metal/nonmetal mines last month.

Combustible dust builds up at TX manufacturer – again

Similar violations cited in 2012

August 19, 2013

OSHA has cited Cardell Cabinetry LLC with 29 safety and health violations and a proposed penalty of $267,434 for failing to remove hazardous levels of combustible dust at the company's facility on North Panam Expressway in San Antonio.

Top products of the week

PelicanProgram, Camfill APC and National Safety Apparel

August 4, 2013

A lightweight LED flashlight that goes from spot beam to flood beam in seconds, dust collector skid packages and FR apparel especially for women are this week’s top EHS-related products as featured on ISHN.com: