PPE

ARTICLES

NIOSH and NHCA highlight hearing loss prevention

February 21, 2012

For a second year, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), in cooperation with the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA), is excited to announce a dedicated supplemental issue of the International Journal of Audiology.


Read More

Honeywell names Jack Boss President of Honeywell Safety Products

February 13, 2012

Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced that it has appointed Jack Boss as president for Honeywell Safety Products, a part of the Honeywell Automation and Control Solutions’ Life Safety business.
 


Read More

OSHA offers respirator training videos in English and Spanish

February 04, 2012

OSHA has posted 17 videos to help workers learn about the proper use of respirators on the job.


Read More
IGA Helping Hand

A new fit and feel

Embrace the assets of seamless coated knit gloves
February 02, 2012
Hand protection continually evolves and improves to meet the needs of a wide array of industries.


Read More
IGA Helping Hand

Innovation & new technology in the glove industry

February 02, 2012
The glove industry is changing because of new innovation and technology that is delivering the fundamental requirements of human physiology for glove performance such as the need for dexterity and touch sensitivity.


Read More
IGA Helping Hand

Retesting rubber insulating gloves

In-service testing ensures safety & saves money
February 02, 2012
Over the last several months there have been many articles written about NFPA 70E, the “arc flash standard” and the changes in the 2012 edition.


Read More
IGA Helping Hand

High-performance cut protection

R&D produces lighter, less costly gloves
February 02, 2012
Flash back 15 years ago — the year is 1997 — Bill Clinton is starting his second term in office, the Toyota Prius is unveiled for the first time, and we all watched in disbelief as the tragedy of Princess Diana unfolded.


Read More
IGA Helping Hand

Don’t overestimate glove performance

Simple steps reduce risks, injuries & costs
February 02, 2012
When injuries and accidents happen, they are often analyzed and talked about for days or even weeks.


Read More
IGA Helping Hand

The wintering period

What does it mean for latex glove sales?
February 02, 2012
The wintering period may sound like the time of year that the snow birds, aka retirees from the northern United States, travel south for the winter months to escape the many inconveniences that snow can cause.


Read More

Military tactics for hearing conservation

Best practices you can apply to your program
February 02, 2012
As soldiers return from active combat in Iraq and Afghanistan, both the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Administration (VA) have seen a significant increase in hearing damage, tinnitus and hearing loss compensation claims of active-duty soldiers and veterans — to the tune of $1.1 billion.


Read More

EVENTS

Reducing Losses from Occupational Health Risks & Environmental Exposures

02/03/12
The Flamingo
Las Vegas, NV
US
The safety professional aspiring to a higher position has an increased scope of authority that includes health and environmental exposures. This seminar explores the areas of activity outside of accident prevention for the safety professional ready to assume responsibility for the health and environmental challenges within their organization.

Read More

Reducing Losses from Occupational Health Risks & Environmental Exposures

11/10/11
Holiday Inn Select Downtown
St. Louis, MO
US
Seminar Description: The safety professional aspiring to a higher position has an increased scope of authority that includes health and environmental exposures. This seminar explores the areas of activity outside of accident prevention for the safety professional ready to assume responsibility for the health and environmental challenges with their organization.

Read More

Multimedia

Videos

Image Galleries

ISHN's Favorite Cover Images

Take a look at some of our favorite cover images!

THE MAGAZINE

ISHN Magazine

February 2012 cover

2012 February

ISHN's latest edition is available now. Check it out!

TABLE OF CONTENTS SUBSCRIBE

THE ISHN STORE

ANSI/ASSE Z690 Risk Management Package

The new risk management standards are expected to revolutionize best practices for safety, health and environmental professionals working in the risk management and insurance industry. Z690.1 Vocabulary for Risk Management, Z690.2 Risk Management Principles and Guidelines, Z690.3 Risk Assessment Techniques.

More Products

Clear Seas Research

Clear Seas ResearchWith access to over one million professionals and more than 60 industry-specific publications,Clear Seas Research offers relevant insights from those who know your industry best. Let us customize a market research solution that exceeds your marketing goals.

Webinars

ISHN Webinars are an easy, effective and convenient way to get educated and informed on the latest industry trends and topics. All Webinars are FREE unless indicated. For more information, check out our Events page!

STAY CONNECTED

Facebook logo logo

!-- START OF SmartSource Data Collector TAG -->