OSHA Update: Fine Increases in 2016
For the first time in 25 years, OSHA will be increasing its penalties. This change is a catch-up adjustment since it has been so many years since the organization has...
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Landscaping: How to Avoid Hidden Hazards
Landscaping is a job that many DIYers who love to work outdoors take upon themselves. There are obvious dangers to this kind of work when operating heavy automatic machinery (rototillers,...
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OSHA: Potential Risk From Contaminated Water in Non-Compliant Eyewash Stations
By Samantha Hoch, Marketing Specialist, Haws Paragraph (c) of OSHA’s Occupational Safety & Health Standards – 29 CFR 1910.151 (Medical services and first aid.) requires “where the eyes or body...
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5 Most Important Safety Guidelines for Skilled Trades Workers
By Kathy Jackson Many skilled trades workers face great risk of injury on the job. Working conditions may involve extreme temperatures, great heights, heavy tools and machinery or various distractions....
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Sound Meters 101: Noise Meters and Sound Level Meter Accessories
Measuring noise levels and employees' noise exposure is an important part of a workplace noise control and hearing conservation program. A wide range of professional instruments can be used to...
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How To Get The Most Use Out Of Your Gas Monitor In Cold Weather
By Dan Hudson Ever wondered if cold weather adversely affects your monitors? And if it does, what can you do to minimize the effects? Industrial Scientific's Brad Day provides helpful...
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Preventing The Spread Of Zika Virus At The Workplace
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared a "public health emergency of international concern" over Zika virus due to it's rapid spread across the globe and it's link to an alarming spike in...
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Black Friday Savings on Safety Equipment
The great thing about the PK Safety Black Friday specials is you don't have to stand in line in the dark. Or miss your family meal. There will be no...
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Flame Resistant Work Clothing Made in the USA
Flame resistant clothing is essential to workers in a number of trades. We've found Saf Tech work clothing to be both extremely high quality and an excellent value for electricians,...
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Complete PAPR Systems for Welders from Allegro
Allegro has added a new line of affordable Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) systems for welders and other industrial workers who need both eye and face protection as well as...
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When is Hi-Vis Required? Understanding High-Visibility Requirements
Most people have heard the expression: "dress for success”. Here at PK Safety, we like to dress to stay safe. It’s critical that workers can be seen when working in...
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Reducing Repetitive Strain Injuries By Workplace Design
Many different types of work require repetitive motion or lack of movement altogether. Workers who frequently shift from standing to sitting can damage their knees. Others stand for long periods...
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Tower Climbing with Petzl
PETZL Professional safety gear is constantly in high demand. As a result, their equipment rarely goes on sale. For a limited time, save 25% on Petzl products from August 26th...
