Safety

The Northeast ADA Center toolkit features practical advice on disability employment best practices, along with expert guidance on following Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The Airports Council International has bestowed the Airport Health Accreditation to the Ontario, CA aviation facility.

New collaboration offers facial authentication AI solutions combined with advanced access control to create safer, healthier, more connected building environments.

Over 60% surveyed are fearful of the COVID-19 vaccine and 40% note they would consider leaving their organization if it required inoculation, raising issues for organizations navigating how to safely return to the office.

The Pedestal PRO 64TOW-AIP-001-304 freestanding entry station tower is designed to accommodate the Aiphone GT-DMBN-SSP Video Entry Station component.

ICC Community Development Solutions and Inspected partner to make remote virtual inspections accessible to code officials, homeowners, and contractors across the county.

Coastwide Professional introduced its J-Series dispenser line in 2020. Susan Scapparone, director of product development there, discusses these products and other solutions for facilities’ janitorial needs.

The Daikin SmartSource Dedicated Outdoor Air System enables efficient and cost-effective heating and cooling in all conditions using 100% of fresh, outside air.

The ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force has released new Core Recommendations for Reducing Airborne Infectious Aerosol Exposure and Communities of Faith Building Guidance.

As part of its global study of four markets, Honeywell surveyed 500 workers who typically work in buildings with 500 or more employees across the United States.

OSHA’s maximum penalties for serious and other-than-serious violations will increase from $13,494 per violation to $13,653 per violation.

SecurOS Hand Sanitizer analytics is designed to detect if an individual has not properly cleansed their hands in a designated area where handwashing and/or hand sanitization is mandated.

Facility executives are prioritizing three mission critical focus areas of a healthy building — people, places, and planet — finds Johnson Controls survey.

Healthy Outdoor Spaces is a collection of new products, modified products, and space planning solutions to help landscape architects create environments that support people’s health and well-being.

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, lay-administered CPR has suffered greatly due to fears of infection. Business facilities, by virtue of their high human occupancy and traffic, have a responsibility to institute relevant changes to empower employees to perform CPR safely.

Ready Railing is a lightweight aluminum, pre-assembled, portable railing system that can instantly create temporary boundaries to help with social distancing both indoors and outdoors. 

As highlighted by recent events at the U.S. Capitol, even seemingly secure buildings often have vulnerabilities that can be exploited.

The risk advisory and consulting services firm has released a number of reports and resources addressing concerns of facility managers and other stakeholders.

While disinfection is among the most effective ways to curb the COVID-19 virus, many are unaware of the health risks that chemical disinfectants pose.

Employers must submit calendar year 2020 Form 300A to OSHA electronically by March 2, 2021.

Implementing and communicating cleaning protocols is one key area for facility management to focus on as building occupants return.

The Face Shield Dispenser Kit is available in compact boxes of 10, 30, or 100 and ready to be assembled in under a minute.

Without proper maintenance, wheel stops, manhole covers, and even asphalt pose threats to pedestrians.

The report from LRC, Lighting Answers: UV Disinfection Products, considers product effectiveness, radiation safety, and energy use in buildings.

The company is servicing facilities clients with flooring maintenance and other tasks as the year comes to a close.

The Emerson Appleton TL100C LED temporary work light provides bright, energy-efficient 360° illumination for indoor and outdoor construction and renovation applications, including areas where condensation and humidity may be present.

Effective cleaning and communication are crucial across manufacturing facilities, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only magnified the need.

The floorcovering installation industry is fighting the spread of COVID-19 and other healthcare-associated infection through adoption of ICRA standards and protocols that help safeguard patients from potential contaminants during renovations and construction projects.

While the COVID-19 pandemic has driven near-term market growth, the need for occupancy tracking is expected to extend into the next decade.

LG Electronics is developing an autonomous robot that will use ultraviolet (UV-C) light to disinfect high-touch, high-traffic areas and will be available to customers in early 2021.

To protect against transmission of COVID-19 and other threats, plan the steps to increase building ventilation and improve filtration.

Stanley Elevator and CASPR Group are partnering to promote the CASPR 200e, a continuous, touch-free disinfectant technology designed exclusively for commercial elevators.

Inspection, testing and maintenance (ITM) of fire protection systems plays a significant role in managing facility risks.

The SPZ Series LED flat panel is an air-circulating disinfectant light with a four-layer HEPA filtration system.

Here is a look at risk, energy use, and carbon impacts for commercial HVAC systems.

Patrons who may have previously prioritized variety, value, and community-building environments in the workplace are now seeking safe ones.

The Site-Specific Targeting (SST) Directive is OSHA’s primary targeting program for non-construction establishments with 20 or more employees.

Safe-T Workplace Products is a one-stop resource to create a COVID-19-secure environment for people working in commercial and institutional spaces, healthcare and assisted living, and education.

The Quick collection of upholstered screens present a way to carve out private, protected spaces within open-plan environments.

In 2020, indoor air quality became front and center for buildings as CDC and ASHRAE stated that COVID-19 viral particles are likely spread not only through droplets but also via aerosols.