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Respiratory Protection News and Resources

CSB releases update on fatal Catalyst Refiners hydrogen sulfide release investigation

August 13, 2026 · The CSB found respirators without appropriate filters to protect against hydrogen sulfide gas, which employees were not required to wear, nor were they issued personal gas monitors.

Didion Milling implements all nine CSB recommendations

August 12, 2026 · Didion Milling cooperated with the CSB to address combustible dust hazards through engineering & administrative controls after a 2017 explosion killed five employees & injured 14.

OSHA fines Woodland Pulp nearly $800K for hydrogen sulfide fatalities

August 4, 2026 · OSHA proposed $794,456 in penalties after two workers were killed by hydrogen sulfide gas in January. A second investigation began into hydrogen peroxide fire in March.

NIOSH cancels July 28-30 Black Lung screenings in Morgantown, WV

July 28, 2026 · NIOSH canceled its Black Lung screenings scheduled for July 28-30 at Mylan Park in Morgantown, West Virginia. Learn here how to find the next available dates and locations.

White Cap to acquire Gierke Robinson

July 21, 2026 · Acquiring Gierke Robison expands White Cap’s specialty construction PPE and safety product offerings across Eastern Iowa, Western Illinois, and Southwest Wisconsin.

OSHA fines FleetPride after employee asphyxiated inside tanker trailer

July 17, 2026 · OSHA has proposed $264,380 in penalties for 19 violations after Juan Antonio Garza Jr. asphyxiated while inspecting a tanker trailer. FleetPride has since suspended all tank entry work.

Wildfires generating smoke across Canada & northern U.S.

July 15, 2026 · The National Weather Service and Environment Canada advise reducing or eliminating outdoor work and wearing respirators to filter out fine particles as dense smoke drifts eastward.

CSB issues update on fatal Woodland Pulp hydrogen sulfide release

July 14, 2026 · The CSB is investigating Woodland Pulp’s lack of fixed and wearable gas monitors, alarms, ventilation, and personnel control after two employees were killed in a toxic gas release.

OSHA to host free virtual safety & health training for federal workers Aug. 4-6

July 3, 2026 · OSHA will host free half-day virtual training seminars Aug. 4-6 for federal agency safety and health personnel to help strengthen protections for federal workers. Register through July 24.

Thermo Scientific ADR1500 Dust Monitor

June 24, 2026 · Thermo Scientific’s ADR1500 Dust Monitor provides real-time, continuous ambient fugitive dust monitoring, with total particulate and cut-points ranging from PM10 down to PM1.

Blackline Safety G8 Portable Gas Detector

June 17, 2026 · The G8 portable gas detector from Blackline Safety is a connected safety platform with swappable cartridges and over 20 sensors to detect virtually any gas.

MSA ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector

June 10, 2026 · The ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector provides six-gas detection capability, a fully-integrated pump, and easy connectivity to the MSA Grid for industrial worksites and emergency responses.

Fisher American 6-Foot Fume Hood with General Storage Cabinets

May 13, 2026 · The NLS-601 6-Foot Fume Hood with General Storage Cabinets from Fisher American is designed with a practical sash and baffles for respiratory and chemical contact face protection.

USA Lab NSF Certified Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet With Detachable Stand

May 13, 2026 · USA Lab’s NSF-Certified Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet combines inward airflow with HEPA-filtered laminar downflow for comprehensive protection & meets ANSI 49 standards.

MSHA continues enforcing existing silica exposure rules amid ongoing litigation

May 8, 2026 · After industry group petitions, the United States Court of Appeals delayed MSHA’s 2024 Silica Rule’s compliance deadlines. Previous rules will stay in place until further notice.