PPE


Arc Flash

Does Arc Rated Clothing Protect Against DC Arcs?

New research confirms arc-rated PPE tested with AC power provides the same protection against DC arcs, offering reassurance as energy storage and DC systems expand across industries.

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Risk Assessments for Employees who are Deaf or have Hearing Loss

Tackling physical barriers with practical, inclusive solutions for safer workplaces.

Woman Wearing PPE

Redefining Women’s Workwear for Safety, Comfort and Performance

Women in industry face unique risks when protective gear doesn’t fit. New approaches to design are transforming PPE to improve safety, comfort, and inclusion.

Roof Fall Protection

OSHA's 2025 Top 10 Cited Standards Highlight Persistent Safety Challenges

OSHA unveiled its preliminary list of this year’s most cited workplace safety violations. Fall protection remains a top concern, but the entire list offer insight into where safety professionals should focus their efforts.

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How Employee Wellness Drives PPE Compliance

When PPE fits well and supports employee wellness, workers feel valued, stay protected, and drive a stronger culture of safety, comfort, and compliance across every shift.

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Virginia Tech Lab Aims to Advance Construction Helmet Testing as Industry Stresses OSHA Standards

A new Virginia Tech laboratory is testing construction helmets under real-world impact scenarios to improve safety data, but industry leaders caution that ratings should complement—not replace—established OSHA and ANSI/ISEA standards.

Worker Wearing Glove Hand Protection

How Nudge Theory Supports Hand Safety PPE Compliance

Applying behavioral science to safety, nudge theory helps improve glove compliance by guiding workers toward safe habits through simple, effective design.

Workers in PPE on an Elevated Platform

From Risk to Response: Aligning PPE with Smarter Jobsite Planning

By applying the hierarchy of controls and integrating safety planning with field operations, employers can better determine when PPE is truly needed—and ensure it's the right protection for the job.



Electrical Safety Gloves

Navigating OSHA’s Arc Flash Guidance: What You Need to Know

OSHA’s revisions underscore the increasing urgency to implement robust, up-to-date safety practices in workplaces where electrical exposure is a risk.

Hearing Protection

Beyond the Factory Floor: Noise Monitoring 

How noise monitoring is not just for industrial settings, exploring the growing relevance and need for noise dosimeters in warehouses, offices, call centers, entertainment and more.

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OH&S Announces 2025 Product Awards Winners Honoring Safety Innovations

The annual Occupational Health & Safety Product Awards recognize 30 products won across 31 award categories for their groundbreaking solutions that enhance workplace health, safety, and efficiency.

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Safety Strategies Highlight Role of Workers in Reducing Hazards

Workplace experts say engaging workers as mentors, safety leads and decision-makers fosters accountability and a stronger culture of safety.

Women Construction Managers in PPE

Women in Construction and Facility Safety: Driving Total Worker Health™ Forward

Women in construction and facility safety are reshaping workplace health by driving Total Worker Health™ forward through inclusive PPE, ergonomic solutions, psychosocial protections, and leadership advocacy.

Friday New Products Round Up for August 15, 2025

Smarter tools—from IAQ monitors to cold-weather PPE—are shaping a safer workforce, with new solutions from TSI, Saf-T-Gard, Bunzl, Brass Knuckle®, and RefrigiWear®.

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Bullard Debuts Type II + Safety Helmet with Smart Brim Tech and Ergonomic Fit

With its modular FlexBrim™, all-day comfort features, and full ANSI/ISEA Type II compliance, Bullard’s latest helmet sets a new benchmark in adaptive head protection.

Female Construction Worker in PPE

California Invests $26M to Expand Construction Apprenticeships for Women and Underserved Communities

Through targeted funding for childcare, recruitment, and cultural change, the ERiCA grants aim to break down long-standing barriers for women entering the building trades.

Steel-Toe Work Boots

Steel-Toed Boots: When They’re Essential—And When They’re Not

Steel-toed boots are a safety staple, but knowing when to use them—and when to consider alternatives—can make all the difference in foot protection and comfort.

Woman Wearing PPE

Design Diversity: A History of PPE for Women

The long-overdue evolution of PPE for women reveals a deeper need for diversity, equity, and inclusion in safety equipment.

Foot Protection Boots

On Solid Ground: The Critical Role of Safety Footwear

Protective boots don’t just prevent injuries — they boost morale, productivity, and on-the-job confidence.

PPE Work Boots

Is Your Safety Footwear Program Working?

A successful safety footwear program goes beyond compliance—it delivers visibility, selection, service, and employee-centered protection that reduces injuries and supports a strong safety culture.

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