
Bucket Truck Simulation Curriculum
CM Labs Simulations recently announced its Bucket Truck Simulation Curriculum, the industry’s first and only simulation-based training offering of its kind. Developed in collaboration with Altec and delivered through the Intellia Workforce Training System, the curriculum is now available to utility companies, contractors, unions and training institutions preparing operators for work at height. The Bucket […]

FR/AR Reversible Vest
Versatility is built into the blueprint of this new Transformer Reversible Vest, which is designed to adapt to changing job conditions without slowing you down. One side delivers an ANSI 107 Class 2 hi-vis yellow shell with segmented reflective striping. Flip it, and you’ve got a warm, low-profile navy fleece that traps heat and cuts […]

Utility Strike Prevention Technology
Texas811, the nonprofit organization that manages the state’s call-before-you-dig system, has launched Texas811 Guardian. The innovative technology uses distributed fiber-optic sensing to turn existing fiber-optic lines into real-time monitoring systems that detect excavation activity, preventing damage before it occurs. To identify urgent issues, the patent-pending Guardian program directly integrates fiber-optic sensing alerts for excavations into […]

Arc Flash Protection for Women and Men
Seraphina Safety Apparel delivers advanced arc flash-protective base layers engineered specifically for women and men, combining uncompromising safety with exceptional comfort. Designed to be worn next to skin, Seraphina garments provide superior protection while remaining lightweight, breathable and remarkably soft. Seraphina products are built with innovative, nontoxic materials that actively wickmoisture away from the body, […]

Driver Safety Platform
TRUCE Software recently announced full availability of its next-generation connected employee and driver safety platform. Six integrated modules deliver a comprehensive approach to managing mobile devices, driver behavior, performance, vehicle health and field team safety. At the heart of the platform is ENFORCE, TRUCE’s patented engineering control that automatically eliminates device distraction behind the wheel. When a vehicle […]
Utility Safety in Depth – The Safety Alchemist: Gina Vanderlin, CUSP, CSP, CHMM, CIT – Data into Utility Safety Insights
Read the article: https://incident-prevention.com/blog/confronting-data-bias-to-improve-safety-outcomes/ Effective mitigation requires leaders to regularly audit data, standardize definitions and measurement practices, and create psychologically safe reporting environments. This podcast episode features Gina Vanderlin, CUSP, CSP, CHMM, CIT, Health and Safety Program Manager at PSEG Long Island and a self-professed “Safety Alchemist”. In a deep dive with host Kate Wade, […]
Special Series: Voice of Experience – Part 2 – Accepting the Unacceptable with Danny Raines, CUSP
In this hard-hitting and deeply personal session, industry veteran Danny Raines, CUSP, challenges the “normalization of deviation” in the electrical utility industry. Drawing from decades of experience in the field, as well as his perspective as a pilot, Danny explores why skilled professionals continue to bypass safety regulations despite having better equipment and training than […]

Increasing Weather Events Require Increasing Safety Measures
The 2025 Guadalupe River flooding tragedy in Texas was not a surprise. Nor are the hurricanes, wildfires and other flooding events that continue to accelerate in frequency and intensity. What is surprising is how many organizations still treat extreme weather as an external disruption rather than a core operational risk. That framing is the issue. […]

FR/AR Apparel Line
Magid, a leading manufacturer and distributor of personal protective equipment, has launched its M-Defense FR Arc & Flash Fire Resistant Apparel line, engineered to deliver dependable protection without sacrificing comfort. The new line includes the ARP450GN Long Sleeve Shirt and ARH650GN Balaclava. Designed for demanding work environments where arc flash and flash fire hazards are […]

Temporary Horizontal Lifeline
MSA Safety’s Temporary Horizontal Lifeline (THLL) is a versatile fall protection solution engineered for fast, efficient and compliant jobsite safety. It’s designed with intuitive, toolless installation features that can significantly reduce setup time, up to 75% faster than traditional lifeline systems. Its integrated locking and tensioning mechanism – conveniently located on the handle – eliminates […]

