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Field1st releases “The State of Field Safety 2026” report

Field1st released “The State of Field Safety 2026,” utilizing data from major agencies and organizations, to generate a quantitative benchmark of high-hazard field work in the U.S.
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Microclimate AIR 3 PAPR Helmet

MicroClimate’s AIR 3 PAPR Helmet combines a NIOSH-approved HE P100 powered air-purifying respirator with ANSI Z87+ full-face impact protection in one easy-to-wear unit.

Field1st releases “The State of Field Safety 2026” report

September 30, 2026 · Field1st released “The State of Field Safety 2026,” utilizing data from major agencies and organizations, to generate a quantitative benchmark of high-hazard field work in the U.S.

Microclimate AIR 3 PAPR Helmet

September 16, 2026 · MicroClimate’s AIR 3 PAPR Helmet combines a NIOSH-approved HE P100 powered air-purifying respirator with ANSI Z87+ full-face impact protection in one easy-to-wear unit.

NSC Safety 2026: Square Robot wins Prevention through Design Award

September 15, 2026 · NIOSH, AIHA, ASSP, & NSC recognized Square Robot’s submersible robotic inspection system that eliminates the need for workers to enter tanks and confined spaces.

NSC Safety 2026 Day 1 Photo Recap: Monday, September 14

September 14, 2026 · Our team began touring the show floor today at NSC’s 2026 Safety Expo. Check out the slideshow to learn more about the products we found, including wearables, PPE, and more.

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.

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.

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.

NIOSH, University of Colorado to launch VitalCog suicide prevention training for extraction industries

July 20, 2026 · The Johnson Depression Center, in partnership with NIOSH, will launch a new VitalCog Suicide Prevention Training program for the oil & gas and mining industries this fall.

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.

OSHA promoting 2026 National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction

May 5, 2026 · OSHA will sign a new alliance with Construction Safety Week to help strengthen a collective commitment to prevent serious incidents and fatalities as part of the 2026 Stand-Down.

NIOSH announces 2026 free Black Lung screening schedule

March 10, 2026 · NIOSH’s mobile health unit will visit coal miners in West Virginia, Virginia, Alabama, Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, and Indiana to screen for Black Lung. See the full list of locations and dates here.

Honeywell North 5400 Series Full Face Respirator

March 3, 2026 · The OSHA & NIOSH-compliant Honeywell 5400 Series respirator fits a variety of face types comfortably with a 200 degree field of vision, downward view for optimal sight in all directions.

3M 5303 Half Facepiece Disposable Respirator

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.

Moldex 2200 N95 Disposable Particulate Respirator

February 28, 2026 · The Moldex 2200 NIOSH-approved two-strap disposable N95 particulate respirator is made in the U.S. with Dura-Mesh shell to keep shape in hot, humid conditions without a metal noseband.

RPB Z4 Welding Respirator

February 27, 2026 · The NIOSH & ANSI-rated Z4 welding respirator from RPB is lightweight & ergonomic, designed to withstand the demands of harsh welding operations, & can mount various accessories.