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Losing sight of Safety

November 1, 2018

Time is money. It’s an old saying that we have heard a thousand times, but why is it so memorable? Perhaps because it’s true. The problem with this maxim is that to save time, people often lose sight of safety

2019 ISHN Readers’ Choice Awards get underway

October 30, 2018

Enter your best-of-the-best products or services in ISHN’s 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. The program will launch in October 2018 and entries will be accepted online at ISHN.com/awards through January 2019. Here’s how it works: • Enter up to four top products (must have launched on or after Jan. 1, 2018) • ISHN readers vote on their favorite products March 1 - April 30, 2019 • Winners will be announced the week of May 6, 2019.

New disposable clothing from Global Glove

October 30, 2018

Global Glove and Safety is excited to introduce our new line of disposable garments. Lightweight - comfortable - breathable - great for those looking for durable disposable protection!

L.A. firefighters sue over occupational exposure to hazmat

October 29, 2018

Twenty-nine Los Angeles firefighters have filed a lawsuit against Southern California Gas Co., alleging that the utility lied to them about the chemical hazards of a well blowout they responded to in October 2015, resulting in health problems from their exposure to toxins.

Top products of the week

October 28, 2018

A high-performance, low-profile headlamp, gas monitors that communicate and a new lightweight FR fabric were among the top occupational safety and health products featured on ISHN.com this week.

Pure Safety Group brought together four industry leaders at NSC

Launched multiple products from Booth #2111, unveiled PSG brand, and professional and high performance product categories

October 26, 2018

The biggest news in the fall protection industry this year was the ascent of Pure Safety Group (PSG) to become the largest dedicated provider of height safety equipment and services in the world. In just 10 months, PSG acquired four leading companies: Web Devices, Guardian Fall Protection, Checkmate and Ty-Flot.

Red Wing Shoes launches Red Wing For Business: The only safety footwear program that integrates digital, on-site and in-store experiences

Dramatically simplifies work boot program management for safety professionals

October 26, 2018

Red Wing Shoe Company today launched Red Wing for Business — the ultimate safety footwear experience for both safety professionals and their crews. Since 1905, Red Wing Shoes has provided purpose-built safety footwear that protects employees in construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and many other occupations in the skilled trades.

A NIOSH Science Blog post

Three tips for choosing the right hearing protector

Capt. David C. Byrne PhD, CCC Chucri Kardous MS, PE Capt. William Murphy PhD Christa L. Themann MA, CCC-A

October 25, 2018

We live in a noisy world. Some noises can damage our hearing, leading to hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and difficulty communicating especially in background noise. Permanent noise-induced hearing damage is incurable.

Following fatal burn injuries, company cited for lack of PPE

October 25, 2018

An OSHA investigation into a fatal incident at an Ohio company has resulted in citations and fines against the company, Globe Metallurgical Inc. OSHA inspectors determined that the employee suffered fatal burns after an explosion from a molten silicon spill.

Honeywell introduces connected gas monitor to enhance worker safety and improve emergency response times

Single-gas monitor connects wirelessly to Honeywell safety ecosystem to provide two-way communications and real-time visibility into worker status and safety, mitigating potential catastrophic events

October 23, 2018

Honeywell (NYSE:HON) today launched the Honeywell BW Solo, a connected, serviceable, single-gas monitor with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity that provides real-time visibility into the status and safety of hazardous-area workers, helping companies respond faster and more decisively to safety incidents.