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Job-related hand injuries are one of the main reasons many workers end up in the emergency room and miss work. These injuries can also have a negative impact on their lives outside of work. It’s crucial to protect your hands by making sure you can safely pick up and interact with tools, equipment, materials, and other items related to your job. If the worker loses control of the object or machine due to a loss of feeling, they could injure themselves and the other people around them. Worker …

While the coronavirus pandemic that began in 2020 has everyone thinking a little bit more about the risk of airborne pathogens, it’s not the only virus that can spread through a lot of people. Cold and flu season can wreak havoc on a workplace or school and potentially cause other serious illnesses in the young, old, and other vulnerable populations. Honeywell is introducing a new monitor to their lineup: The Honeywell Transmission Risk Air Monitor (HTRAM). It analyzes specific air quali …

PK Safety has been in the safety supply business since 1947, constantly improving, innovating, and putting our customers first. However, without you, our customers, there would be no PK Safety. We’re invested in and committed to your safety, and you’ve been paying it back ever since with your return visits for our products, safety advice, and more.We love receiving feedback from customers that help improve The PK Safety shopping experience. So from the San Francisco Bay Area to wherever you are, …

Facility and site managers may be well versed in monitoring their workplace for "known" hazardous gasses such as combustibles, O2, CO, and H2S, but detecting a wide array of VOCS can be difficult.That’s where photoionization detector (PID) gas monitors come in. They can be used to detect low concentrations of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the air. These compounds are considered extremely dangerous to workers. They tend to be found in and around facilities that handle hazardous materials, …

In 1996, the National Safety Council (NSC) established June as National Safety Month to increase awareness of health and safety risks to decrease injuries and deaths among workers in the United States. Worksite safety risks can be exceptionally high in the summer months, given that problems from excessive heat, sun exposure, and dehydration can be more prevalent. So, while various safety issues are covered, summer safety tips can be a particular focus in some industries. NSC provides free r …

OSHA requires every worker to wear head protection if at least one of the following conditions are met at a worksite: Objects could fall from above to strike employees on the head;Employees could bump their heads against fixed objects;Someone’s head could come into contact with an electrical hazard.Head protection varies for different jobs. Some are more specialized and rated better for particular jobs than others. ANSI rates helmets and hard hats by protection level and features. Types and cla …

For over a decade,  RKI’s GX-2009 has been one of the most popular 4-gas monitors on the market (and one of our best sellers). However, our industry is all about improvements and innovations in the name of safety, so good things can only get better. RKI is discontinuing the production of critical components for the GX-2009 and estimates having enough for two years of production and inventory, which takes us through 2023. While replacement parts for the GX-2009 will be available for yea …

You should consider more than just the price tag when buying a gas monitor, because a lower upfront cost doesn’t mean it offers the best value. Monitoring your workplace for hazardous gases can take time, but safety should never be compromised. That’s why it’s important to calculate the total cost of ownership when using a gas monitor. Certain devices come with features that can help you save money over time, even though they come with a higher price tag. Keep the following considerations i …

When entering a construction site, a top goal should be returning home safely. Construction Safety Week, from May 2-6, 2022, is focused on ways to do so for those in the construction industry. In addition to making sure workers are properly trained and equipped with the right construction safety PPE and workwear, like hard hats and eye protection, Construction Safety Week prioritizes safety by connecting and supporting workers through resources including videos …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to provide and maintain a safe work environment. This includes providing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for their employees when they are working in hazardous environments. PPE can include special workwear, eye protection, gloves, face shields, masks, and ventilation systems that prevent injury and illness on the job. This equipment should be cleaned and regularly inspected for damage. Organizatio …