Safety standards and expectations can be complex, confusing, and even frustrating. However, these expectations are also important to understand and essential to follow in order to keep our workers safe. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and The American...
Hard hats are not a “one-size-fits-all” product, they must be selected with consideration for the specific hazards your employees face.
In the realm of fall protection, proper fit is not only preferred, it can be life saving. We know that proper fit impacts the effectiveness of the harness’s safety features, but it also improves comfort and the likelihood that the harness is being worn in the correct manner. It is simply not sufficient to apply one standard style for both men and women working at heights.
OSHA’s Standards for Medical and First Aid are made up of many components, including General Industry (29 CFR 1910), Maritime (29 CFR 1915, 1917, 1918), and Construction (29 CFR 1926), in addition to 29 approved state plans and various additional...
While OSHA does not currently have a standard which is specific to the hazards of working in cold environments, it does require that employers provide a workplace free of recognized hazards (Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act...
OSHA Standard 1926.100 states: “Employees working in areas where there is a possible danger of head injury from impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock and burns, shall be protected by protective helmets.” These risks are...
Glove coating is an essential component of glove design, which contributes to both functionality and durability for the wearer. Before we get into polyurethane vs. nitrile coatings, let’s review the big picture considerations for glove coatings. Your coating choice is...
Year after year, hand injuries are some of the most common workplace injuries across varying industries, making hand protection a big part of almost every safety program. However, increased need does not mean selecting hand PPE is always simple.
As we step into the hot and humid summertime here in the southeastern United States, heat stress is an added safety issue that is front of mind for many of our clients in addition to those who manage high heat...