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Hazards exist in every workplace so strategies to protect workers are essential. When possible, the priority should be the elimination...
PPE
Information about personal protective equipment (PPE) standards, regulations, best practices and PPE safety tips. Covering a range of PPE including head protection, hearing protection, eye protection, respiratory protection, foot protection, protective clothing and more.
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Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) while at work is of great importance. It ensures that should any accidents occur, the...
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The hierarchy of control is a system for controlling risks in the workplace. Guidance on the photo of today explains...
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Photo of the day: Choosing the Right Face Mask and the difference between a respirator and face mask
Face masks and coverings have become a familiar sight over the last year as we all work together to bring...
Exposure to the gases, dust, mists, and fumes of hazardous chemicals can cause lung damage, cancer, and other serious conditions...
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Job Hazard Analysis A Guide for Voluntary Compliance and Beyond 2nd edition by James E. Roughton. This book methodically develops...
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Fall Prevention and Protection Principles Guidelines and practices by Hongwei Hsiao. This book covers a wealth of knowledge from experts...
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From our earliest moments, we use our hands to learn, to explore, and to interact with the world around us,...
In the construction industry, working at heights is a standard part of the job. But with increased height also comes...
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You’re facing down a 12-hour outdoor shift and a cover of dense, grey clouds are threatening continuous rainfall. Even though...
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When you stop and think about it, you might be surprised to realize how many of the things you do...
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Whether you are working in a cradle, on scaffolding, or performing any other type of work at heights, the fall arrest system...
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Welding helmets and gloves are the first things that come to mind when most people think of welder's safety apparel. But welders...
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Q: What happens if I tie off at the foot level with a personal SRL? A: It’s not uncommon for...
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Hearing loss is one of many safety issues that permeate almost every workplace but is seldom discussed in the open....
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Working at height remains one of the biggest causes of fatalities and major injuries. Common cases include falls from ladders...
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Q: What kind of gloves are best for stick welding? A: Welding presents various hazards, many of which specifically put...
Confined spaces are found in nearly every industry and pose a challenge for workplace safety. Confined spaces present serious risks...
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Q: Does anyone other than equipment operators need to be trained in lockout/Tagout? A:Absolutely! Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is an administrative control system that protects workers...
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Maintaining, inspecting, and extending the life of your personal protective equipment (PPE) is a hot topic. But despite all this talk about...
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Two workers are conducting maintenance on a bridge when one loses his footing and falls. His fall protection gear kicks...
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Traditionally, personal protective equipment (PPE) has referred to the items that protect a worker’s physical body helmets, goggles, steel-toed boots, harnesses. But...
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Q: How is wind chill calculated? A: Heat stress is a commonly recognized problem, and many employers have put protective...
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Takeaway Despite its modest look, a cooling towel is an important piece of personal protective equipment for anyone working in...