Stanhope wins a federal grant of nearly $158,000.
It is extremely important to consider the three pillars of comfort—heat and moisture management; fabric hand; and garment fit/design—when evaluating your options.
As temperatures go up, rates of PPE compliance tend to go down.
ISEA noted the key update to ANSI/ISEA 101-2014 is an expanded sizing chart to accommodate a majority of the working population who wear limited use and disposable garments on a daily basis.
The Connecticut contractor was cited by OSHA in connection with workers' lead and silica exposures, according to the agency.
The citations come after two workers died in falls.
ASTM has formed a task group to develop a specification standard for them, Selcen Kilinc-Balci, a physical scientist for NIOSH's National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory, reported on the agency’s Science Blog.
The agency has cited Cooper Power Systems for allegedly exposing its workers to chemical hazards.
The ministry announced it has spent more than $1.8 million on a robotic mannequin to test protective suits and equipment for Britain's armed forces.
The rule includes significant PPE changes, such as mandating fall harnesses for workers in aerial lifts and requiring that employers provide and pay for FR apparel.
The welding arc creates extreme temperatures and may pose a significant fire and explosion hazard if safe practices are not followed.
It covers head-to-toe protection, including charts comparing the protection of various coverall types and chemical-resistant glove options.
The real question is, for you as a safety professional, how much is your “peace of mind” worth?
Defining the correct PPE levels based on electrical hazard risk assessments on all electrical equipment will lead to better acceptance by electrical workers.
The winners are awarded prizes for tackling filthy tasks while wearing DuPont garments.
OSHA has cited Radcliff Wire Inc. for allegedly violating safety standards; the fines total more than $100,000.
The justices agreed with the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that protective gear is not distinct from “work clothes.”
Protective apparel is evolving to increase worker safety and satisfaction alike.
In addition to honoring the men and women who fought the Waldo Canyon Wildfires and the Black Forest Wildfires, Honeywell donates $255,000 worth of safety gear to them.
Sailors must now wear life jackets when watching topside aboard Navy submarines.