Know When to Take Your Harness or Other PPE Out of Service
Harnesses are made to protect you in the event of a fall. But they're not made to protect from multiple falls over time. That won't stop workers from suiting up...
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Moldex Mold and Asbestos Protection
Some of the more dangerous particles to breath into your lungs are mold spores and asbestos particles. If you are working in areas with either of these factors, as a...
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Sealed Eyewear Represent the Newest Wave in Eye Protection
There are still plenty of dirty jobs across America. Particles are flying and working men and women are exposed to them every day. Luckily eye protection for these folks is...
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Self-Rescue Harness Provides Fast Relief for Fallen Workers
Lots of folks out there are finding they need to put together a post fall rescue program. But wouldn't it be easier if a fallen worker could simply rescue themselves?...
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Do Workers Need Fall Protection on Scissor Lifts?
Scissor lifts are one of the most popular ways for workers to reach projects at heights. But do the guard rails on these lifts provide all the fall protection necessary...
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Arc Flash Protection Sees Improvements, Needs Clarification
Electricians have one of the most dangerous jobs in the country according to OSHA reports. While the wattage in homes is enough to cause serious damage or death, even greater...
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Suspension Trauma Straps Can Fit Most Harnesses
Workers and employers are becoming more aware of the problems associated with suspension trauma (also called orthostatic intolerance) which can affect a fall victim who is held aloft by their...
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DuPont HazMat Training Suit Used in TV's The Office
Some of the specialty products we sell on PK Safety aren't items you typically see in the media. So we were quite surprised to see the DuPont Tychem HazMat Training...
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What is ANSI Z359 and How Does it Affect Employers?
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) doesn't make the laws, but it does influence the standards adopted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) which is tasked with enforcing...
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Update Your Arc Flash Fall Protection for Welders and Electricians
There are loads of new arc flash rated fall protection products that have hit the market recently. If you are working with your feet off the ground as an electrician,...
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Safety Gear Must Be Worn Correctly For It To Be Safe
Once you are in the safety business, you start to notice things other folks wouldn't. Our offices are located in a fairly industrial part of town near a boat repair...
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Glove Safety - Finding the Right Glove for Your Industry
Gloves used to be easier. There was generally only one size. They either fit, or they didn't. They either worked, or you didn't wear them. These days there are more...
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Goggles and Face Shield That Work Over Prescription Glasses?
There is a lot to like about the Capstone Goggles with Combination Face Shield from Pyramex Eyewear. For one thing, it gets rid of the need for secondary eye protection...
