PPE


Foundry Cited for Willful Over-Exposure to Beryllium, Worker Facial Hair

April 28, 2008

"It's disappointing when we find on re-inspection that problems which may lead to death or serious injury still exist," said Jule Hovi, OSHA's area director in Toledo, Ohio.

Analysis: Demand for PPE in China Escalates

April 27, 2008

Rising safety concerns and workers' awareness of their rights is spurring growth of the industry, researchers say.

Night Vision Goggles Maker Charged in Scheme to Defraud U.S. Military

April 23, 2008

According to DOJ, the Canadian company and two of its executives attempted to defraud the U.S. Army's Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, a military unit tasked with equipping and training the Iraqi Army.

ASSE Thanks OSHA for 'Employer Paid' Standard

April 18, 2008

The association's president said he hopes this rule "signals a renewed commitment from OSHA to continue to advance appropriate standard setting.”

North Safety Products Acquires Swift First Aid

April 17, 2008

The Rhode Island-based PPE manufacturer, itself being acquired by Honeywell, says this move makes it the leader in first aid products.

Structured Health/Fitness Program, Safe Operations Critical to Firefighters’ Survival

April 17, 2008

The report, "Emerging Health and Safety Issues in the Volunteer Fire Service," cites PPE and safety measures as shortcomings that must be overcome to reduce deaths among volunteer firefighters.

PPI to Pay $960,000 for Defective Bulletproof Vest Allegations

April 16, 2008

The settlement resolves allegations that Protective Products International Inc. knowingly supplied the United States with defective Zylon bulletproof vests.

UK Cuts Noise Limits for Entertainment Industry

April 9, 2008

Employers must ensure hearing protection is worn in posted hearing protection zones at 85 decibels and must allow voluntary HPD use at 80db average levels, daily or weekly.

NIOSH Posts Alert on Safety at Indoor Firing Ranges

April 8, 2008

The document lists good practices that can prevent excessive exposure to lead and noise by officers using indoor firing ranges and by employees of the ranges who clean up.

An End to Crushing Defeats

By Fred Elliott · April 2008

OSHA’s recent guidance document for protecting against the skin ailments related to portland cement exposure was a handy reminder that impact hazards are not the only one to be addressed by your foot protection program.

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