Registration has opened for the fall session of SafetyFOCUS, the semi-annual in-depth education experience from the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP). The hybrid event will take place Sept. 18-22 in Arlington, VA, and online, helping workplace safety and health professionals expand their knowledge through collaborative learning and engaging discussions on a broad range of topics.…
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By: Aaron Conway, Contributor Did you attend the 2023 ProMat Show? If you were there, you already know that the material handling industry is continuing to grow and change rapidly. Being on the ProMat show floor was exhilarating; booths featured robots in many forms, forklifts and AGVs, software demonstrations, equipment and machinery for facility operations…
Read More >>OSHA initiative aligns enforcement, outreach efforts to protect workers The U.S. Department of Labor announced that its Occupational Safety and Health Administration has begun a National Emphasis Program to prevent falls, the leading cause of fatal workplace injuries and the violation the agency cites most frequently in construction industry inspections. The emphasis program will focus on reducing fall-related…
Read More >>Werner to host onsite and virtual training programs to support OSHA’s annual safety initiative Werner, the world leader in ladders and manufacturer of climbing products and fall protection equipment, will almost double the number of safety training events this year by offering both on-site and virtual webinars. In support of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) National…
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By Kevin Kelpe, Contributor Ladders and scaffolding are common pieces of equipment used in many work sites. While these are essential tools for completing tasks, they can also be dangerous if not used properly and safely. Ladder safety and scaffolding safety are crucial elements in ensuring the wellbeing of workers on construction sites. Unfortunately, ladder…
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By Rick Pedley, Contributor OSHA specifies that fall safety PPE needs to be inspected before each use and at least annually by a competent, well-trained person who knows exactly what to look for. Before you use your equipment for the day, inspect for damaged or defective gear and immediately remove it from service. Gear that…
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By Lauren Bauerschmidt and Scott Fowler, Contributors Working at height exposes workers to a wide range of hazards that can lead to serious injuries and fatalities. The ANSI/ASSP Z359 fall protection and fall restraint series of voluntary consensus standards provides requirements to help address these hazards and keep workers safe. Lauren Bauerschmidt, MS, CSP, Senior…
Read More >>The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) is introducing a new workplace safety education series called “Stand Up for Standards” that debuts May 10 with a live two-hour webinar on fall protection. ASSP is a global leader in the development of occupational safety and health standards, helping safety professionals help their employers minimize on-the-job risks.…
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New R3 Concrete Anchor installs and removes in seconds for horizontal, vertical and overhead fall protection applications Werner, the world leader in ladders and manufacturer of climbing products and fall protection equipment, announces the new Werner R3 Concrete Anchor, a new addition to the company’s comprehensive fall protection portfolio. Designed for those professionals working at height who need to trust…
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Global height safety specialist Guardian is pleased to announce the new A5 Concrete Expansion Anchor to its extensive range of anchor offerings. The new A5 is a premium solution for concrete substrates that require a simple, reliable, and reusable 5,000 lb anchorage connector for single-point tie-offs or horizontal lifeline (HLL) endpoints. Designed for easy installation…
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