S+H Staff

Airborne safety-rated sunglasses include a patented removable facial cavity seal that works to keep wind, dust and debris out of the wearer’s eyes. The seal is made of soft, comfortable foam that easily snaps in and out of the frame.

When it comes to electric arc flash protection, can “layering” flame-resistant garments be a cost-effective, practical way to clothe workers as they move between tasks with different hazard ratings?

This unique power strip prevents electric shock and dangerous sparks when faced with water, while continuing to keep electronics powered. Great for outdoor use, the smart fuse and circuit breaker can sense excess overheating (231-249° F) and discontinue electric charge to prevent fires.

Several components are necessary for a strong safety eyewear program, including identifying exposures to eye injuries. Two key components for a well-built program are integrating eye care professionals into your program and offering the proper safety eyewear products to workers.

Washington – The Federal Highway Administration and numerous transportation agencies will attempt to raise awareness about worker safety and mobility issues in work zones during National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 4-8).

Chicago – A new survey of nearly 4,000 managers shows more than one-quarter felt unprepared to lead when they began managing other workers, and many received no management training.

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration has scheduled a public briefing for June 29 to provide information on the investigation into the April explosion at Upper Big Branch Mine-South in West Virginia.

Washington – OSHA may cite an employer for certain recordkeeping violations that occurred years earlier, the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission ruled March 11.

New Orleans – Using some of his strongest language to date, OSHA administrator David Michaels recently asserted that his agency saves lives and helps businesses.

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month