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Welding work presents a lot of hazards. Workers need to keep their eyes, face, and skin protected against infrared light, ultraviolet light, debris, sparks, and intense heat from reaching their skin. Welding can result in a condition called photokeratitis, which is a sunburn to the eye, along with other injuries to the skin and face. These hazards make welding safety protection essential and necessary. What type of protection will you need for your worksite or project? For most weldi …

The Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs) Standard has been revised. The new standard is set to go into effect on August 01, 2022, but employers should start preparing for the new ANSI/ASSP Z359.14 2021 as soon as possible to make sure they comply with the law. These guidelines have been changed periodically over the years as new regulations take precedence in the industry. The standard was last revised in 2014, but the latest iteration contains new information for employers and SRD users.New Requ …

Mold is much easier to control ahead of time than to remove. However, once mold takes up residence in a building, you’ll need mold remediation to remove it and repair the damage that it causes. Here are the things you need to know before getting started on your mold removal project.The Dangers of MoldThe mold cleanup process needs to be started as soon as you notice mold. There are different kinds of mold, and many of them are harmful and can spread very quickly. People can be exposed to mold sp …

From the high heat to the flying sparks to the bright flashes of UV, welding safety gear and PPE is essential for a lot of construction jobs that need to use welding to join materials together. Your eyes, face, hands, and body are all vulnerable to welding injuries and hazards. One of the most important and recommended safety features is a welding helmet. As long as they’re chosen properly, all welding helmets will keep you safer on the job, but choosing an auto-darkening welding helmet ov …

Before using your fall protection equipment, you need to inspect it for deficiencies. Even small amounts of damage can affect your protection in a big way. Damaged or defective gear should immediately be removed from service, especially if it’s been used in a fall before, because it won’t protect you as it did before. We have an overview of areas you should look over before donning your gear and working at heights. For harnesses and other fall protection equipment, it’s helpful to think of …

You can never underestimate the power of the wind when working on a construction site. Strong winds can occur anytime, especially during the winter, but they are more than a nuisance. Strong winds can put the health and safety of your workers at risk. Moving equipment, opening doors, and simply walking outside can all be challenges when the wind blows at 50 mph. Learn how to protect your crew from the dangers of high-winds in a construction site.Common High Wind Construction DangersHigh winds ca …

Your multi-gas detector works hard to keep you safe. Unfortunately, all good things come to an end, including this vital device. Towards the end of a multi-gas monitor’s life, servicing or even replacement may be required as soon as possible: there’s no room for error when it comes to toxic atmospheres on the job. However, you don’t want your gas monitor to create hazardous conditions once it’s thrown out. Some gas monitors give you the ability to extend their usable life by having replaceable o …

Some jobs don’t stop when the weather gets bad—some jobs will even ramp up when the cold weather blows in. To those of you that are out working hard while the rest of the world is indoors, we salute you and want to help you take steps to avoid common cold-weather injuries and illnesses. Some cold-weather dangers are more obvious than others, but all can be deadly in the wrong circumstances. Here are five areas that need special attention while you’re working outside in low temps. Illness a …

The construction industry is one of the biggest in any country. One of the many responsibilities of an employer is to look after the safety and wellbeing of their employees. Workers that are confident in their skill and trust that their security is a priority will be more effective in their duties. The first step of accident prevention is knowing the danger, so scaffolding training should be considered mandatory for all at-height construction workers working on supported or suspended scaffolding …

You wouldn’t work on the underside of a car without making sure that the engine isn’t going to start or it’s securely on a jack. Why would you trust machinery to be off and safe when working on it? Lockout tagout procedures (LOTO) are processes that keep employees safe while they’re repairing machines. A lockout tagout procedure is important because it involves preventing machines or equipment from energizing, starting up, or releasing hazardous energy during non-routine work like re …