April 16, 2026 · Originally issued in 2022, the revised Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards NEP uses OSHA & BLS data to direct inspection priorities to 55 high-risk indoor and outdoor industries.
March 27, 2026 · The CSB commended the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers for hosting workshops and creating a webpage with fluid catalytic cracking safety resources for refineries.
March 2, 2026 · The NIOSH-approved 5303 Half Facepiece Disposable Respirator from 3M helps provide protection against certain organic vapors and acid gases with no assembly required.
February 23, 2026 · The CSB concluded PEMEX Deer Park Refinery operators and contractors failed to correctly identify process equipment, assess hazards, and deviated from established policies and procedures.
January 25, 2026 · Tyco Fire TY-B series standard response sprinklers from Johnson Controls are UL certified, offered in K-factors up to 8.0, and designed for factories, refineries, and chemical plants.
January 16, 2026 · In its final risk evaluation released under Toxic Substances Control Act, the EPA announced it will regulate 1,3-butadiene in 11 specific industrial manufacturing and disposal settings.
January 15, 2026 · Next World’s Confined Space Entry VR training can help workers build muscle memory for safe decision-making, hazard recognition, and emergency preparedness in confined spaces.
December 22, 2025 · The Elvex ValueMuff HB-25 over-head earmuffs from Delta Plus Corporation feature a lightweight yet rugged and fully-dielectric construction including Elvex’s smart fold-out design.
December 16, 2025 · The Master Lock 481 Rotating Gate Valve Lockout with 1.5 inch depth and stem openings can surround 2 to 5 inch diameter valve operating handles to protect against accidental opening.
October 28, 2025 · Outsight’s real-time lidar-based spatial AI can strengthen safety and security. The company explained how its spatial intelligence could have protected the Louvre from the recent heist.
October 1, 2025 · The NIOSH-certified Elmridge iEvac E500 respirator won first place in the 2025 NSC New Product Showcase Awards. It features a flexible material, wide view, and filter mounting on either side.
October 1, 2025 · The ANSI-certified Traverse safety helmet from PIP Global Safety, equipped with Quin sensors, and Mips protection technology, won second place in the 2025 NSC New Product Showcase Awards.
October 1, 2025 · Over 7,500 votes were cast during this year’s New Product Showcase Awards at the 2025 NSC Safety Expo, choosing a protective hood, safety helmet, and fall protection system as winners.
September 11, 2025 · The U.S. Chemical Safety Board released an accident reconstruction animation of the 2019 ITC Deer Park petrochemical fire, issuing eight recommendations to ITC, OSHA, EPA, and API.
September 2, 2025 · Volume 3 of the CSB’s chemical incident reports cover 30 incidents from 2020 to 2025 that caused two deaths, 25 serious injuries, and $1.8 billion in damage across 15 states.