MAE-requalified cylinders puts firefighters at risk and violates NFPA, OSHA and NIOSH compliance. The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) is warning firefighters not to use so-called “MAE-requalified” breathing cylinders. Studies show they can leak breathing air. They void manufacturer warranties. They don’t comply with standards from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and National Institute … Read More
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ISEA Announces the Promotion of Cristine Fargo to Vice President of Operations and Technical Services
The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA), the leading association for safety equipment and accredited ANSI standards developing organization, announced that Cristine Fargo has been promoted to Vice President of Operations and Technical Services, effective April 1, 2019. “We are proud to announce Cristine’s promotion to Vice President of Operations and Technical Services,” said Charles Johnson, President of ISEA. … Read More
ISEA Launches Industry-Wide Guidelines to Improve Hand Impact Injury
New standard designed for industrial gloves to protect workers The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) released a new standard — ANSI/ISEA 138-2019, American National Standard for Performance and Classification for Impact Resistant Hand Protection — to improve on the impact performance of industrial gloves. The new standard builds upon the widely used ANSI/ISEA 105-2016, American … Read More
Nebraska Congressman Receives ISEA Leadership Award
U.S. Congressman Don Bacon (R-NE) is the recipient of the International Safety Equipment Association’s (ISEA) 2019 Legislative Leadership Award. The award was presented at the office of Congressman Bacon, on February 26. ISEA established the award to recognize outstanding leadership by members of the U.S. Congress in enhancing worker safety and health. Bacon currently serves on … Read More
Radians Enters Particulate Respirator Market
MEMPHIS, TN–February 25, 2019— Radians®, Inc., a top-tier manufacturer and supplier of quality Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), has added particulate respirators to their product mix. “Our new N95 particulate respirators represent another avenue to protect workers with a mainstream safety product that helps improve lung health,” said Radians President, Bill England. “The inclusion of them … Read More
2019 Hand Washing Survey Results – Americans Take Action Against Sickness from Bradley Corporation
Bradley Corp. releases the results from its 10th annual Healthy Hand Washing Survey fielded in January 2019, which looks at how Americans take action to ward off germs that cause cold and flu. The results are in from Bradley’s 2019 Healthy Hand Washing Survey. The annual survey polled 1,264 adults about their hand washing habits … Read More
ISEA Announces 4th Quarter 2018 Qualified Safety Sales Professionals
The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) announces that 73 sales and marketing professionals from safety equipment manufacturing and distribution companies were awarded the Qualified Safety Sales Professional (QSSP) designation in the fourth quarter of 2018. Each professional completed one of two intensive five-day courses in the technical and regulatory fundamentals of workplace safety and health, … Read More
ISEA Awards 2018 Daniel K. Shipp Scholarship to University of Florida Student
Samantha Kusters of Langhorne, Pennsylvania, has won the 2018 Daniel K. Shipp Scholarship presented by the ISEA. Ms. Custers is currently in her first year of study at the University of Miami, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering. The Aerospace Engineering and Safety program is designed for students who have a keen interest in aerospace and … Read More
Radians Introduces New Type R and Type O RadWear Vests
Radians, a global leader and manufacturer of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), recently launched five new RadWear® vests with high-visibility features and black styling. Radians® new selection hides dirt and grime in areas that commonly show signs of soiling. Traditionally, Hi-Viz Safety Gear is made completely with fluorescent materials that enhance the view of the worker at a … Read More
International Enviroguard Launches Digital Tool to Help Customer Find the Right Protective Clothing
International Enviroguard, a leading protective clothing and solutions manufacturer, now offers an online tool to help distributors and end-users find the right gear to suit their needs. Suit Yourself is now live on the International Enviroguard website to help quickly and easily pinpoint the best disposable clothing option for a given environment. The tool prompts … Read More
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Monday, April 22, 2019
Sunday, May 5, 2019
May 5 May 7 America/New_York 2019 ISEA Executive Summit
ISEA’s Executive Summit serves as a powerful resource and networking opportunity, designed to keep safety equipment industry leaders up to date on the industry landscape as you chart a course for the future.
HEAR FROM OUR LIST OF EXPERT SPEAKERS
- How Technology Impacts the Market – David Pogue, New York Times Columnist, CBS Sunday Morning Correspondent, & Best-Selling Author, provides invaluable insights on how technology impacts our work, businesses, and connections with each other—now and into the future.
- Economic Update – Hear from economist Brian Beaulieu, an ISEA Member favorite, with his spot-on financial outlook.
- Global Regulations – Join Mike Kirschner in a riveting discussion on disruption in global regulations.
- Big Data and Disruption – Discuss big data and disruption, data security and how data collection utilization can drive safety with Bala Cuddalore.
- The Blockchain Influence on the Safety Industry – Get an executive level overview and understand blockchain’s impact on the safety business and how industries will need to adjust with John Mercurio.
- Social Responsibility – Driving growth in the safety industry through social responsibility, the role of Executive Responsibility and being a valuable social responsibility partner to drive opportunities with Cassie Phillips.
- Safety Executive End-User Panel – Don’t miss the informational discussion manufacturers need to know about emerging issues in safety from a corporate perspective.
- Our Panelists:
- Scott Cormier – Vice President, Emergency Management, EC, and Safety, for Medxcel Facilities Management. Oversees Emergency Management, Environment of Care, and Safety for the largest nonprofit health system in the U.S.
- Courtney Harmon, CSP – Held various EHS roles for several Fortune 500 companies in oil & gas energy services, automotive manufacturing, utility, construction, public education, and research & design industries, and Tech Industry. Companies include Amazon Fulfillment (currently), GE, Halliburton, Chrysler, Consumers Energy, Michigan State University, Washington Group International, and Toyota Technical Center.
- Seth Randall, CSP – Division Director for Clark Construction with 12 years’ experience. Sits on the board of Chesapeake Regional Safety Council in Baltimore MD.
- Kathleen Dobson, CSP – Safety Director with Alberici Constructors.
- Our Panelists:
Our speakers are ready to impart valuable and thought-provoking information, sure to stimulate conversation with your industry colleagues. In the past, our attendees have told us that they left the meeting inspired with informed opinions, realistic strategies, and new business relationships formed with their peers across the industry.
NETWORK WITH SAFETY INDUSTRY PEERS
Experience the Best of California Wine Country — Enjoy an evening off-site at Benziger Family Winery for an exclusive behind the scenes tour of their “Biodynamic” vineyards. Known for being something of a maverick in the Napa wine region, Benziger has strengthened its roots by focusing on quality wines that are organically grown using sustainable farming practices.
*Contact ISEA Member Services Manager Tanya Brosnan with inquiries at [email protected] or call 703-525-1695
Dress code:
Sunday Reception and Dinner – Business Casual
Monday and Tuesday Speaker Sessions – Professional Attire/Business Casual
Benziger Winery Tour – Business Casual (comfortable shoes recommended)
Monday, October 7, 2019