PPE


Make sure your eyewear comes with a statement or certificate from the manufacturer verifying third-party test results. (Armourx Inc. photo)

Put Safety Eyewear to the Test: Ask for Proof

The markings that are placed on the eyewear convey the protector's capabilities to the employer and employee, and this marking scheme will vary by product type.

Workers Cleaning Chemical Spill Lacked Training

OSHA also found that workers weren't outfitted with the proper personal protective equipment to do the cleanup.

The onslaught of winter weather brought out seasonal safety tips from both NIOSH and the National Weather Service.

NIOSH, NWS Offer Cold Weather Tips

After a winter storm dumped heavy snow on Minnesota and brought high winds and plummeting temperatures to the Midwest, both agencies posted reminders about staying safe in cold conditions.

CDC Increases Supply of PPE for U.S. Hospitals

The equipment is Ebola-specific and is based on guidance CDC issued on Oct. 20.

Southern Wood Works Cited for Exposing Workers to Fall Hazards

The Freeport, Florida company is facing proposed penalties of more than $71,000.

Employer Cited for Exposing Workers to Amputation and Electric Shock Hazards

Good Old Days Foods Inc., a Little Rock, Ark., company, has been fined $47,600.

AGE Industries Ltd. Cited for Amputation, Electric Shock Hazards

The Conway, Ark., company faces $78,500 in penalties.

Falling Tape Measure Kills Man at Construction Site

The tape measure fell over 400 feet.



Cause of Multi-Fatality Houston Fire Undetermined

The Texas State Fire Marshal's Office has released its report on the May 31, 2013, fire at a restaurant in which four members of the Houston Fire Department were killed. The cause of the fire is unknown, the report states.

Bosco Custom Homes Exposes Workers to Dangerous Fall Hazards

OSHA has proposed fines of $174,240 for a lack of fall protection at 3 residential job sites.

Combine hands-on and classroom instruction to discuss issues such as regulations, assigning responsibilities, identifying, eliminating and controlling hazards, implementing the tenets of the written plan on the job, and how to select, use, inspect, store and maintain fall protection equipment. (Capital Safety photo)

Laying the Groundwork

Here's how to create and execute a reliable fall protection and rescue plan.

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Fit Testing Industry Professionals Can Trust

At minimum, OSHA requires that respirator fit testing occurs on an annual basis. However, fit testing must occur in other notable instances, as well.

The second emerging trend is using certain types of PAPR systems to help solve certain eye injury issues. (3M photo)

Powered Air Purifying Respirators: Versatility Beyond Respiratory Protection

Recent advancements are driving a renewed interest by health and safety professionals to evaluate these systems as a potential solution for a variety of on-the-job hazards.

You make decisions about the need for eye and face PPE and the types of PPE to purchase based on a hazard assessment. (Honeywell Safety Products photo)

Rules of the Road

OSHA's regulation and consensus standards are guideposts for keeping your program on track.

No glove is cut proof. It is up to the safety professional to determine the exposure, the potential length of the edge, the weight of the object, and the frequency with which it is being handled. (Banom image)

Get the Cut Resistance Your Workers Require

Why do you need to know what is in your cut-resistant glove and how it works?

Anti-vibration gloves will continue to evolve as the industry develops new, engineered component materials. (Cestusline, Inc. photo)

No Easy Answers on Vibration Gloves

The most accurate method to determine the actual vibration magnitude exposure of workers is to perform on-site vibration analysis, which can vary significantly from the values declared by the tool manufacturers.

Grip and fit are just as important as the glove material, cut level performance and density. (PIP photo)

Gloves Are PPE and More

They actually help us work faster and better, thanks to amazing new designs and materials.

OSHA Finds Workers Exposed to Repeat and Serious Amputation Hazards at Kronis Coatings

The Mansfield, Ohio company faces $62,400 in penalties.

Continental Fabricators Inc. Cited for Exposing Workers to Amputation and Other Serious Hazards

The St. Louis-based steel fabricator faces penalties of $52,500.

The free, web-based program will train health care providers on proper donning of PPE, safe removal of gear, and active monitoring skills.

Johns Hopkins Medicine Leading Development of Ebola Training Program

The free, web-based program will train health care providers on proper donning of PPE, safe removal of gear, and active monitoring skills.

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