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Ansell Offers Free Cut Protection White Paper
May 3, 2008
"Understanding Cut Protection" is available at www.ansellpro.com. It explains cut protection and provides insight into factors that impact a product's ability to protect against cuts, including abrasion resistance, grip, dexterity, and comfort.
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Advises Protection Against Sun Exposure
May 3, 2008
Before leaving home for a day of outdoor activity, take appropriate precautions to ensure your and your family's skin is well-protected, the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center advises. Dr. Susan Chon, assistant professor of dermatology, says most skin cancers are caused by the sun.
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.
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.
Ansell, Mallinckrodt Partner to Promote Lab Safety
April 8, 2008
"It is critical for laboratory technicians to be able to quickly access the proper storage and handling methods for each chemical used in the laboratory," said Russell Thorpe, Mallinckrodt's global marketing director - laboratory chemicals.
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.
Honeywell Buying Norcross Safety for $1.2 Billion
April 4, 2008
The PPE maker will be integrated into Honeywell Life Safety in a group headed by Roger Fradin, shown here.
Major Distribution Deal Signed for Surgical Sponge Tracking System
April 3, 2008
The SmartSponge™ system uses an RFID chip, shown here, to alert surgical staffers if a sponge remains in a patient, thus preventing a dangerous error.
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