Assessing the credibility of a brand is just as important as looking at the durability of the product.
Employees should look professional in their work uniforms with clothing choices that offer the trifecta of good fit, good function, and that offer modern fashion so workers want to wear their FR clothing.
Footwear certified as meeting ASTM F2413-11 must first meet the requirements of impact resistance and compression resistance. Then the requirements of additional sections can be met.
End users and wearers of flame-resistant garments should research FR fabrics and manufacturers to make sure they specify those fabrics from reputable suppliers that will meet their unique needs.
A revised program directive contains inspection criteria that apply to temporary service providers and worker leasing companies.
OSHA has proposed more than $88,000 in fines.
OSHA has proposed $157K in fines for the Illinois company.
This open competition was launched to encourage the development of advanced materials for absorbing or dissipating impact that can be used in protective gear, playing surfaces, and equipment for athletes, members of the military, and others. Each winning team gets $250,000 to advance their work in developing state-of-the-art materials.
DuPont's Safety & Protection unit is going to be included in one of three independent, publicly traded companies that DowDuPont -- the combined company -- will create through tax-free spin-offs, assuming the merger is completed as the companies intend.
Ray Clearing Inc. has been fined more than $35,000 by OSHA.
The settlement agreement with OSHA implements safeguards to protect workers at Dollar Tree stores nationwide from hazards associated with blocked emergency exits, obstructed access to exit routes, electrical equipment, and improper storage of materials. It commits Dollar Tree to pay $825,000 in penalties arising from 13 different inspections.
A new database developed by NIOSH shows that PPE fit can compromise performance and firefighters in turnout gear do not fit well in today's fire apparatus.
Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning and General Contracting Inc. has been fined $108,200 by the agency.
The primary objective of outerwear in cold weather is to provide warmth. However, many sub-zero temperature industrial workplaces also have the potential for exposure to electric arc or a flash fire event.
The amount of exposure to individuals can depend upon work practices, ventilation, and location. Will the work be done in wide open areas, inside a building adjacent to other work processes and people, or potentially even in a confined space?
The citations were issued for fall protection violations and failing to provide protective eyewear to workers using a pneumatic nail gun.
"Airgas customers and employees will benefit from Air Liquide's unrivaled global footprint and strength in technology, innovation, and operational efficiency, while Airgas is ready to bring the entrepreneurial culture and packaged gas excellence that have driven our success to date," Airgas Executive Chairman Peter McCausland said.
The safety board is renewing its efforts to prevent accidents related to the use of flammable chemicals in classrooms.
Slip and fall accidents can easily be corrected by following simple prevention methods and tips.
Birgit Horn, A+A's director, said it takes the full two years to plan the next trade fair and a team of about 30 employees to prepare for it; during the trade fair itself, about 150 employees are involved, she said during an interview.