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Heat safety in the workplace: New recommendations from athletic trainers’ group

Dallas — Developing heat illness prevention plans and establishing acclimatization protocols are among 48 evidence-based recommendations recently published by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association...

Flame retardant is among 5 chemicals for which EPA seeks feedback

Skills gaps can challenge worker safety, UK report shows

Reducing wildfire smoke exposure: NIOSH has a new resource

House committee moves to block OSHA from moving forward on a workplace heat bill

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Features

Heat protections for workers: a regulatory update

Alan Ferguson -

An overview of important developments at the federal and state level.

The do’s and don’ts of workplace housekeeping

Barry Bottino -

Raise workers’ awareness of the relationship between “a clean and tidy workspace and their safety.”

Have a safety fair

Barry Bottino -

Safety pros weigh in on ways to launch – or grow – an event for workers and families.

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Safety Tips

FACE Report: Technician killed when natural gas vapor cloud ignites

On the day of the incident, the technician was offloading liquified natural gas from a tanker semitrailer at a temporary, mobile LNG transfer station.

Keep smoke detectors damage-free during construction work

Reduce the risk: COPD

Workplace Solutions

Gas detection in confined spaces

What encompasses proper safety equipment in confined space entry?

Confined space entry

Elements of a heat stress program

Product Focus

Lightweight work glove

GL601B touchscreen-compatible gloves feature a lightweight, 15-gauge nylon/spandex liner for a close fit with enhanced dexterity and touch sensitivity. The micro-foam nitrile coating on...

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Classic work boot

The CAT’s Grader Chelsea boot is designed with molded PU footbed foam for maximum comfort. The boot features cement construction and has a durable...

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Latest Columns

The role of leadership in creating risk and resilience

“Leaders don’t just support safety – they create the conditions that either increase or reduce risk.”

Worker Health and Wellness

Skills gaps can challenge worker safety, UK report shows

Birmingham, England — A workforce with growing skills gaps can make workplaces less safe and healthy, according to a recently published report from a...