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  • Welder wearing welding helmet with sparks flying.

    How to Choose a Welding Helmet

    Many factors come into play when choosing a welding helmet. The phrase “one size fits all” rarely applies in these situations, so it’s best to learn about the different types...

  • Hand holding RKI GX-Force Sample Draw 4 Gas Monitor with yellow pipes in background of worksite.

    Purge Test: Gas Detection & Purge Testing

    When taking a gas pipeline offline or installing a new one, utility crews must first treat the confined space with inert gas, such as nitrogen, to limit the chances of...

  • Worker wearing hard hat and rain jacket in the rain.

    Waterproof vs. Water Resistant Hi-Vis Rainwear

    There are few things less predictable than an outdoor jobsite. In some places, the weather can change quickly, and it’s good to have gear for all kinds of situations. As...

  • Worker wearing hi-vis vest while holding a helmet at a construction site.

    How to Select a Hard Hat or Helmet

    Hard hats and helmets are essential when working near or around potential hazards in the workplace. They are commonly used to protect employees from falling objects, falls, excessive heat, and...

  • Construction worker using safety harness working at height at a construction site.

    Hierarchy of Fall Protection

    No two work sites are the same, but for those industries that pose a fall hazard risk, a lot of the protections will look similar. However, some work sites require...

  • Person wearing a yellow hard hat and white face mask stands against a gray background. They wear a blue plaid shirt, conveying a safety-focused context.

    The Ban on Respirator Mask Valves

    Wearing masks in public has become a crucial part of protection for COVID-19. Some states and major cities have made mask-wearing a requirement. “Masks” can mean handkerchiefs, specially designed cotton...

  • Group of Workers with Face Mask in Warehouse, Coronavirus and Temperature Measuring Concept.

    Tips for Cleaning PPE During COVID-19

    Personal protective equipment is crucial for workers engaged in essential jobs. What’s even more important is making sure that PPE is properly cleaned and disinfected: while some protection is better...

  • N95 respirator mask with yellow straps and black background.

    Fake N95 Mask? How to Detect Fake N95 Mask

    The COVID-19 crisis has left hospitals in a difficult position. More personal protective equipment is desperately needed, and while some protection is better than nothing, healthcare providers who work closely...