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DOL seeking public comment on hearing loss evaluation methods

June 30, 2026 · To update current standards, the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs is seeking input on the reliability and validity of audiograms compared with other objective hearing tests.

NIST releases Safe Step fire evacuation AI model

June 26, 2026 · National Institute of Standards and Technology researchers have developed a new AI model called Safe Step that can redirect occupants to the safest evacuation route during a fire.

Ace Hardware becomes Full Circle Lithium FCL-X extinguisher distributor

June 26, 2026 · An Ace Hardware franchisee in Georgia has become the second U.S. retail partner to carry Full Circle Lithium’s proprietary FCL-X lithium-ion battery fire suppression agent.

ViaPath, CareerSafe, CypherWorx expand OSHA safety training access at corrections facilities

June 23, 2026 · CareerSafe is expanding its OSHA-certified training to help incarcerated people prepare to re-enter the workforce through new partnerships with ViaPath and CypherWorx.

Adidas, GLO launch ADIDAS PRO WORK safety footwear line

June 23, 2026 · Adidas entered the PPE footwear market in partnership with GLO Brands with ergonomic footwear to help reduce strain and fatigue, including women’s models, with signature style.

NYC Mayor issues heat protection executive order

June 23, 2026 · The Mayor’s executive order instructs NYC departments to distribute heat safety guidance for outdoor workers, including construction and app-based delivery workers, as soon as practicable.

ASSP Safety 2026: MākuSafe integrates new MākuSmart conversational AI

June 19, 2026 · The MākuSmart generative AI feature allows EHS professionals to create insights & actions through conversations with their data, including leading indicators and worker reports.

ASSP Safety 2026: New Novara Form Agent AI converts paper forms into EHS workflows

June 19, 2026 · Form Agent in Novara Flex is a new AI capability that converts paper forms, PDFs, and scanned documents into functional digital EHS workflows, announced at ASSP Safety 2026.

ASSP Safety 2026: Airgas showed new RADNOR welding PPE for women

June 19, 2026 · Airgas showed its technology, gas valves, inventory systems, & hydration station at ASSP Safety 2026. New RADNOR welding PPE for women took the stage at the PPE Runway Fashion Show.

ASSP Safety 2026: RefrigiWear debuts new ThermaSync heated jacket, gloves for cold storage

June 19, 2026 · RefrigiWear introduced a new ThermaSync heated jacket and glove system designed to keep cold storage workers warm in temperatures down to -15 degrees Fahrenheit.

WorkSafe Washington updates Ergonomics Risk Assessment app

June 18, 2026 · WorkSafe Washington’s new-and-improved ErgoApp app provides short, self-paced training modules on safe lifting techniques that can be integrated into onboarding and ongoing training.

ASSP Safety 2026: VelocityEHS announces QR Codes for Incident Management

June 17, 2026 · VelocityEHS' new QR Codes for Incident Management feature enables workers to report incidents, near misses, and hazards in real time without a login, helping reduce underreporting.

Canadian Industrial Relations Board sides with Brinks worker who refused solo assignment

June 16, 2026 · The Canada Industrial Relations Board rejected a Brinks appeal and ruled that armored car messengers cannot be sent out alone without guard protection.

ASSP Safety 2026: VelocityEHS showing new AI Hands & Wrists Ergonomics Assessment tool

June 15, 2026 · VelocityEHS is showing its new AI Hands & Wrists Ergonomics Assessment tool at the Safety 2026 Conference & Expo in booth 5725, and providing $100 gift cards for focus group feedback.

ASSP Safety 2026: Blackline Safety demonstrating new G8 multi-function wearable

June 15, 2026 · Blackline Safety is demonstrating its G8 combined multi-gas detector, multi-mode communication device, and lone worker protection wearable at ASSP Safety 2026 in booth 6504.