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The coronavirus outbreak has changed the way that we live, play, and work in major ways. Businesses have OSHA, WHO, the CDC, and other local organizations to turn to for guidance on how to respond. If your company has chosen to have you work from home, PK Safety can get you the tools you need to deal with at-home hazards and problems at great sale prices. 3M Peltor H10A Ear Muff Even if you’re not around heavy machinery that requires ear protection, you’re going to be dealing with d …

There’s nothing like feeling safe and comfortable at work. That’s why we’re excited to announce the release our new GRIT Flame Retardant (FR) cargo pants new color selections. GRIT is PK Safety’s exclusive line of FR clothing for hardworking professionals. All GRIT products are UL (Underwriters Laboratories) classified, which means they’ve been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed safety professional. With over 70 years in the business, we know what workers want whe …

Temperatures are dropping as we head into the winter months. If your employees work with or near potential fire and arc flash hazards, you’ll need to protect your team and keep them warm at the same time. This usually means layering flame resistant (FR) clothing. FR clothing comes in all shapes and styles, but one garment may not be enough when it comes to staying warm in the field. For the purpose of this article, we are lumping Fire and Arc Flash hazards together as 'fire hazards'. If …

If your business regularly uses flame resistant clothing, you might be wondering how to best launder your FR work uniforms. After all, these pieces of clothing aren’t the same as regular clothing materials, so you’ll need to follow specific instructions when washing them to maintain their effectiveness in the field. If you fail to follow these instructions or mishandle your FR clothing, you could put your employees at risk on the job or you may need to purchase new FR clothing down the line. To …

When it comes to choosing the right flame-resistant clothing for you and your employees, you need to make sure that you’re investing in quality materials that can stand the test of time. Not all FR clothing brands offer the same level of quality. Your employees should feel comfortable in their FR clothing to make sure they stay safe on the job. If you choose poorly made FR clothing, you could put your employees at risk or make it more difficult for them to complete the task at hand. Learn more a …

Chris Massey, PK Safety's Vice President of Sales, put our  GRIT FR workwear to the test — asking numerous folks to wear the garments multiple times, running the clothing through his own washer and dryer, and then collecting lint samples. So far, all are holding up great. "I have personally worn some of these items outside of work and have not had any issues," he said. "The pieces are comfortable, fit true to size, and the inside tags are soft and didn't cause …

OSHA has made six changes to NFPA 2112-2018 that will be important for industrial workers. These updates will help ensure that FR gear will perform properly and as claimed in the event of exposure to fire. Here are changes that will help workers stay safe in oil protection and other industries where fires are a common hazard. Flash Fire Terminology The biggest change in the standard comes with the title: “Standard on Flame-Resistant Clothing for Protection of Industrial Personnel …

PK Safety, The Worker Safety Specialists™ , has been providing hard working professionals with expertise in top-quality safety products and services for over 70 years. That commitment to customer service continues with the launch of GRIT, our new private label of FR clothing . The gear is made of the highest quality UL Classified materials and backed by a 2-year quality guarantee. THE GRIT STORY You spoke and we listened. Our customers started demanding high …