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FallTech’s DuraTech 10’ Web self-retracting device

August 4, 2014

Third-party tested, and compliant with ANSI Z359.14, the DuraTech 10’ Web SRD features a glass-reinforced polycarbonate housing; premium abrasion-resistant webbing and fast activating inertial brake system.

The Behavior-based safety death spiral

Five keys to recharge an observation process

Chuck Pettinger

August 1, 2014

Can organizations learn anything from the simple ant?

Risky ladder climbing catches OSHA’s eye

Throughout 2014, ISHN will report in each issue on one of the 12 most frequently cited OSHA standards, for fiscal year 2013, ending September 30, 2013.

August 1, 2014

OSHA’s standard on ladder safety – 1926.1053 – was one of the top ten most frequently cited standards violations in fiscal year 2013

The mishaps are many: Here’s how to ensure safe forklift operation

Maureen Brady

August 1, 2014

Every year nearly 100 workers are killed and 20,000 are seriously injured in forklift mishaps (Bureau of Labor Statistics 1997, 1998).

Prevent product falls by Carron Net Company

August 1, 2014

Unprotected storage racks near employee work areas and walkways are accidents waiting to happen.

Python Safety files suit against Ty-Flot, Inc. for patent infringement

July 30, 2014

Python Safety, Inc. filed suit on June 18, 2014 against Ty-Flot, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. The suit alleges patent infringement, trade dress infringement, and unfair competition.

OSHA issues new directive to keep communication tower workers safe

Communication towers are on the agency's regulatory agenda

July 29, 2014

OSHA has updated its Communications Tower directive regarding the use of hoist systems used to move workers to and from workstations on communication towers. This follows an alarming increase in preventable injuries and fatalities at communication tower work sites.

What does severe weather have to do with construction falls?

Hailstorm damage causes uptick in Montana roof repairs

July 28, 2014

Following a major hailstorm on May 18 and a resulting increase in construction, OSHA is extending enforcement activity and asks for Billings-area employers, workers and consumers to protect roofing and construction workers against fall hazards.

Top products of the week

July 20, 2014

Fall protection, head protection and eye protection products were among the top EHS-related products featured on ISHN.com this week:

Two new arc flash full body harnesses from MSA

July 17, 2014

MSA Safety, Inc. introduces the EVOTECH® and Workman® Arc Flash Full Body Harnesses designed to self-extinguish quickly to prevent melting or dripping in the event of an arc flash. These innovative harnesses help to keep workers safe around electrical hazards at heights.