S+H Staff

Washington – A new NIOSH publication warns of the dangers of noise-induced hearing loss among firefighters.

Darien, IL – Sleep apnea may be associated with colon cancer, according to a new study from Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

Berkeley, CA – Lipstick and lip gloss may contain metals such as chromium at levels that exceed safety guidelines, according to a new study from the University of California, Berkeley.

Columbus, OH – Children are more likely to be exposed to hydrocarbons in the summer when activities such as mowing the lawn and grilling take place, according to a new study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

The National Safety Council recently was featured in the April 2013 Home Safety insert in USA Today, with a foreword from NSC President and CEO, Janet Froetscher, on the importance of bringing out the safety leader in everyone.

The National Safety Council is accepting nominations for the 2014 Green Cross for Safety medal, which is awarded to an organization and its CEO for their safety leadership and commitment to corporate social responsibility.

The Product Focus this month is on instruments and monitors.

This emergency shower unit is fully assembled and ready for installation to water supply and waste systems. It is equipped with a pull-rod-activated shower and push handle eye/face wash for quick rinsing of the eyes, face and body.

How do I find the right shoe for the job, according to personal protective equipment standards for footwear?

More than 1.3 million people worked in the fabricated metal product manufacturing industry in 2011, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.