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KPA launches VOC Air Monitoring and Hazardous Waste Analysis service

KPA’s new lab-verified air and waste analysis service can help automotive dealerships and repair shops demonstrate compliance with OSHA and EPA rules through measured data.
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CSB publishes Foundation Food Group liquid nitrogen release video

The CSB’s Foundation Food Group safety video examines how a single bent tube caused a liquid nitrogen release, killing two employees & four others during rescue attempts.

KPA launches VOC Air Monitoring and Hazardous Waste Analysis service

August 25, 2026 · KPA’s new lab-verified air and waste analysis service can help automotive dealerships and repair shops demonstrate compliance with OSHA and EPA rules through measured data.

CSB publishes Foundation Food Group liquid nitrogen release video

August 25, 2026 · The CSB’s Foundation Food Group safety video examines how a single bent tube caused a liquid nitrogen release, killing two employees & four others during rescue attempts.

NIOSH promotes resources for Respiratory Protection Day 2026

August 25, 2026 · NIOSH is preparing employers to recognize Respiratory Protection Day on Sept. 1 by providing tools and resources to select and use the correct respirator for each job.

DuPont Tychem 10000

August 19, 2026 · DuPont’s Tychem 10000 Coverall with Attached Socks can protect against toxic, corrosive gases, liquids, and solid chemicals in industrial, chemical handling, & emergency response.

OSHA cites Blazey Construction for excavation collapse onto worker

July 21, 2026 · Since 2020, OSHA cited Blazey Construction five times for trench safety violations. The agency proposed $343,797 in penalties following a trench collapse and worker hospitalization.

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.

Pine Environmental GTS Toxic Gas/Industrial Hygiene System

June 24, 2026 · Pine's Global Telemetry Solutions Toxic Gas/Industrial Hygiene System can provide customized, real-time monitoring of toxic gases, noise, & weather during process modifications or studies.

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.

CSB warns chemical facilities to prepare for hurricane season

June 12, 2026 · The CSB is warning chemical facilities to prepare for hurricane season now to prevent dangerous chemical releases and fires during severe storms.

Safety responsibilities of each mining occupation in the U.S.

February 23, 2026 · Each mining role requires different knowledge to support a strong safety culture, from operational safety to regulatory compliance and site-specific policy development and enforcement.

CSB releases final report on hydrogen sulfide release at PEMEX Deer Park Refinery

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.

MSHA issues alerts for ammonia & autotransformers

February 19, 2026 · The Mine Safety and Health Administration encourages operators to examine all equipment with autotransformers currently in service and review safe handling of and response to ammonia gas.

OSHA clarifies reporting rules for lithium-ion battery injuries

February 13, 2026 · OSHA’s letter of interpretation answers how to determine if personal lithium-ion battery injuries in the workplace should be recorded on forms 300, 301, and 300-A or equivalent forms.

Hannay Reels GR Series Grounding Cable

February 10, 2026 · The GR Series static grounding cable reels from Hannay Reels feature a declutching arbor and adjustable guide arm with cable guide, and optional Y branch, and multiple cable materials.