Beyond rain protection: The importance of flame-resistant and arc-rated gear
Non-FR/AR rainwear can ignite and melt when exposed to flames or electrical arcs, exacerbating injuries.
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How Industry 4.0 can improve the shutdown process and plant maintenance
Regular plant maintenance is essential, but shutdown turnarounds tend to be complicated and expensive. According to the TA Cook industry research organization, 82% percent of turnarounds do not satisfy performance...
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Improving Worker Safety: How to Keep Your Plant or Facility Accident Free
Without a plan for worker safety, your business will suffer from accidents and equipment failures. Avoid these problems by thinking about safety from the start.
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Stay aware of the types of ventilation that are required for confined space
When a confined space is considered hazardous, the team must take several steps to comply with the latest regulations. Businesses and employers can easily overlook the dangers of confined spaces.
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When is it Time to Replace Your Work Gloves?
All gloves will eventually need to be replaced, especially if you’re wearing them all the time. Consider these factors when you suspect it might be time to replace your work gloves.
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Improve Helmet and Hard Hat Safety, Maintenance
Helmets and hard hats are there to protect heads, but it's possible to forget to maintain this equipment over time, which can put workers at risk.
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Ignoring signs of disrepair in your safety gloves can lead to injuries
Safety gloves provide a layer of protection for your hands and shield them from different types of hazards on the job, including cuts, scratches, punctures, and burns. It’s important to...
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How To Avoid OSHA’s “Focus 4” Construction Hazards
Managers and workers should learn about these four hazards and how they occur, so they can do everything they can to prevent them from occurring in the first place.
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How to Winterize Your Worksite for Safety and Productivity
Winter weather can impact job outcomes and worker safety. PK Safety has tips on how to winterize your workers and worksite for safety and productivity.
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Hearing Loss Prevention: What You Should Consider
Make sure all employees are aware of the hazards of noise-induced hearing loss, so they can take steps to protect against them.
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Avoid Jobsite Injuries With a Confined Space Rescue Plan
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has clear rescue guidelines for employees working in these areas. Managers can use the following guide to create a cohesive rescue plan for...
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It’s essential to keep your gas detector clean to work properly
If you work in an industry like mining, manufacturing, refining, or petroleum extraction, where gas detectors are needed to detect combustible, flammable and toxic gases and oxygen depletion, it’s vital...
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Working Safely With Silica: Health Hazards and OSHA Compliance
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has set clear regulations for working with this substance, so construction workers and managers can know the risks of inhaling this substance and protect...
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How to Choose Arc Flash PPE
The most important factors electrical professionals should consider when selecting arc flash safety gear.
