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Multi-gas detectors and other detection technologies are crucial to minimizing injury and illness in the workplace. A lot of hazardous atmospheric conditions can’t be detected through human senses alone, and equipment that can test the air in a confined space can mean the difference between life and death. However, equipment alone can’t protect lives unless workers are properly trained in using and calibrating it.  Calibration of gas detectors is just another part of regular equipment …

A mold outbreak may be expensive if it does a lot of damage, can spread easily once it’s established, and has potential health implications. It’s also impossible to prevent mold from getting into a building in the first place; it can come in on clothes, pets, HVAC systems, packaging materials, and windows and doors. The good news is that what we call “toxic mold” isn’t truly toxic or poisonous. Some molds can produce toxins or mycotoxins, but the molds themselves aren’t and haven’t been dir …

In many workplaces, including those in the oil and natural gas industries, confined spaces are job hazards. They present some of the most dangerous places to be when something goes wrong, and can become sites for lethal accidents. Properly monitoring a confined space for gas is an important step in protecting workers, but there’s a right way to do it. Here are things to keep in mind when you use gas detectors in confined spaces, according to OSHA requirements.Defining Confined Spaces A conf …

Like PK Safety, MSA’s mission is to keep workers and workplaces safe. That’s why it made sense to partner up and promote their innovative confined space entry and fall protection products that are easy to use and extremely durable. “MSA has a very long history of making sure workers come home safely at the end of the day,” said David Yaffe, MSA Industrial Safety and Fall Protection Specialist. “Our values are expressed in our mission statement: That men and women may work in safety and that …

Are you and your employees safe at work? Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is critical for a wide range of jobs across different industries. It includes everything from harnesses to headlamps and vertex helmets. What many companies don’t realize about PPE is that it should be inspected in detail once a year (or after any exceptional event, such as a fall). Along with ensuring compliance, this can help keep workers safe.OSHA Regulations and the Importance of PPE To prevent worker deaths an …

The hottest season of the year has just started. If you’re in a job that gets really hot or you’re just trying to do some projects around the home while the days are long, you probably know how unforgiving the sun and heat can be. We know that getting too hot can affect your productivity and safety while you’re at work, but we also know that the right gear for the job can make working a little easier. PK Safety has deals on the gear that you need to stay cool in hot conditions and comfortable …

One size doesn’t necessarily fit all when it comes to Father’s Day gifts. Some dads are into the classics of a watch, tie or some sort of fragrance; there are other dads who are just happy you’re in their lives. At PK Safety, we know a lot of handy dads, and what better way to celebrate the dads in your life than keeping them safe on the job and around the home? Here are some of our favorites for a safe Father’s Day, no matter what kind of projects or work the dads you know do. Dads Who Cl …

Many businesses across industries—including but certainly not limited to oil & gas, agriculture, manufacturing, and utilities—pose a risk of fire safety hazards. Depending on the exact nature of the fire hazards, workers could suffer from minor to severe burns, blindness, broken bones, and death. Fire safety training is about more than keeping your Class A fire extinguisher handy (although please do that!). Making sure your employees are trained on fire safety hazards is crucial not only for …

Mold is natural and part of the great outdoors. When it’s indoors, however, tiny patches of mold can lead to big problems. While there are many different types of mold, and it’s generally not a problem until it grows, all of them grow under the same conditions. Unfortunately, some types—like black mold—are more toxic than others. Mold can cost a lot of money in damage to buildings and objects, and black mold symptoms can be dangerous. Black mold can cause health problems including aller …

The last few decades have marked a lot of changes in medicine and emergency services, but one thing that hasn’t changed is how inspiring EMS workers are. Every year, the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) show their support for those who work on the front lines of medicine by jointly presenting National Emergency Medical Services Week. This year is the 44th annual National EMS Week, and the celebration is takin …