The Indiana Department of Transportation has launched a pilot program introducing guardian angel safety lights to enhance worker visibility in work zones. These wearable devices feature flashing green … [Read more...] about INDOT Introduces New Guardian Angel Safety Lights to Enhance Worker Visibility
Personal Protective Equipment
Connected Work Zone Research Wins Grant
Ver-Mac and the ARTBA Foundation have partnered to study the safety benefits of connected work zone technology, supported by a grant from the Job-Site Safety Institute (JSI). The research will deploy … [Read more...] about Connected Work Zone Research Wins Grant
A Review of High-Visibility Clothing for Accident Prevention and Safety of Workers and Pedestrians
High visibility safety clothing incorporates critical elements, such as fluorescent colour and retro-reflective markings that provide visibility and identification both during the day and at night. … [Read more...] about A Review of High-Visibility Clothing for Accident Prevention and Safety of Workers and Pedestrians
Personal Protective Equipment in Construction
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has finalized a revision to its personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for the construction industry, requiring that PPE properly fit workers to … [Read more...] about Personal Protective Equipment in Construction
OSHA Finalizes New Personal Protective Equipment Rule for Construction
A new OSHA rule requiring construction employers to provide properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) will take effect on January 13. Finalized on December 11, the regulation aims to … [Read more...] about OSHA Finalizes New Personal Protective Equipment Rule for Construction
Standard Specification for Protective Helmets Worn by Pedestrian Roadway Workers
This standard specifies performance requirements and test methods for protective headgear worn by individuals who work on roadways, including personnel involved in: Public safety (that is, fire … [Read more...] about Standard Specification for Protective Helmets Worn by Pedestrian Roadway Workers