Cut-related hand injuries are an omnipresent issue in most industrial workplaces. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), over 40% of hand injuries reported in NA in 2017 were caused by cuts and lacerations. In Europe, 15.6% of hand-related accidents are due to contact with sharp/abrasive objects, Eurostat reported. The costs of failing to protect workers…
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Cast your vote for your favorite soap/sanitizer dispenser designs by Feb. 28 SC Johnson Professional, a total solutions provider for industrial, institutional and healthcare users, kicked off the voting period today for its Happy Hands dispenser design contest. The contest invites students to submit soap dispenser artwork highlighting the importance of handwashing in schools. This year, a record number…
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Industry-leading PPE manufacturer and distributor, Magid Glove & Safety, has been named to the Top Workplaces USA list in the 500-999 employee company size category for the second consecutive year. This award celebrates companies that prioritize a people-centered culture to create an exceptional place to work. The 2023 USA Top Workplaces were revealed virtually on February 1st by actor Brian Baumgartner…
Read More >>Global Health and Safety Organizations Call on Employers to Join Efforts to Ensure Safe Communities, Workplaces With health experts warning of the triple threat of continued spread of new COVID-19 variants, flu and RSV this winter, the need for employers to contain the spread of various infectious diseases among employees and their communities is as…
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30% of injured workers wear safety gloves but still experience hand-related accidents, according to the US Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS). Their gloves may be inadequate, damaged, or wrong for specific hazards. Choosing the correct level of protection against cuts, in line with the industry standards, is key to safeguarding workers’ hands. However, this may not…
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Dan Coconate, Contributor If you’re someone who regularly works around dangerous substances, you should know how to choose the right chemical PPE. Read on to learn more. When you’re working around hazardous materials, it’s important to wear personal protective equipment (PPE). PPE is both your first and last line of defense against toxic fumes, biological…
Read More >>Partnership will deliver a holistic approach to workforce resilience Soter Analytics and Sterling Edwards Enterprises (SEE) announced today that they have entered into a new, strategic partnership. Their primary focus is to deliver solutions that reduce workplace injuries, increase productivity, and improve staff retention. The partnership brings together Soter Analytics’ technology-forward workplace safety innovations and SEE’s expertise in…
Read More >>New 24/7 Professional Monitoring service enhances iNet® safety platform, providing peace of mind that worker safety is monitored around the clock. Industrial Scientific, a global leader and innovator in gas detection and safety technologies that automate critical safety and operational risk workflows, is pleased to announce the release of 24/7 Professional Monitoring. 24/7 Professional Monitoring…
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150+ workplace fatalities and 22,000 injuries can be prevented According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, ladder deaths accounted for 161 on-the-job fatalities in 2020, the most recent year for which statistics are available. That same year, there were 22,710 ladder-related workplace injuries, an injury stat that has remained relatively constant over the previous…
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Air Systems International announces several team member changes, including the promotion of Mick Bowden to Vice President Sales & Marketing. Mick joined Air Systems in 2004 after starting his industrial sales career with Fastenal. In March 2008, Mick was promoted to National Sales Manager. Mick is a fixture at trade shows (AIHce, ASSP, AMMP, FDIC,…
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• AccuTec-IHS
• BOWMAN Dispensers, LLC
• ENMET
• HafcoVac
• ILC
• Miller Electric
• Nilfisk
• OHD
• SHOWA
• TSI
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