Protective Industrial Products, Inc. (“PIP®”), a global leader in personal protective equipment (PPE) including hand and arm protection, above-the-neck protection, workwear and footwear, proudly announces the launch of THORZT™ Freeze Shots, a groundbreaking hydration solution designed to keep professionals performing at their best, even in the most demanding environments. Crafted as part of the THORZT™…
Read More >>Malta Dynamics, a recognized leader in fall protection solutions, is proud to announce its new involvement with the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA). As voting members sitting on the Standards Committees, Malta Dynamics is dedicated to driving standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and contributing to the advancement of safety measures across industries. The International…
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MSA Safety, Inc., the global leader in the development of safety solutions that help to protect people and facility infrastructures, announces its latest innovation in head protection, the V-Gard H2™Safety Helmet. As the newest head protection solution available within MSA Safety’s iconic V-Gard® head protection line, the V-Gard H2 Helmet brings together features of the world’s…
Read More >>The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) recently signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with three safety organizations that will expand the Society’s efforts to advance worker safety and health. The Society extended an existing alliance with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and created new strategic partnerships with the International Safety Equipment…
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By Jason Litkowiec, Contributor Many project managers view hiring from an isolated lens. They understand that choosing the wrong workers can cost them money due to inefficiency and mistakes. But often, they overlook the important connection that labor has in ensuring a safe job site. Despite advances in safety training and technology, construction is still…
Read More >>By Nitin Bhandari, Contributor Safety has always been a top priority in the construction industry. However, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 1,000 construction professionals died while working on the job site in 2022 – more than any other industry sector. In fact, construction’s fatality rate was third highest among any job, behind…
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By Milwaukee Tool, Contributor Safety Technology in tool design is like a personal bodyguard that stands between a worker and a hazard 24/7 to prevent injuries. In tool design, Safety Technology physically reduces workers’ risk of exposure with very little change to their workflow. Unlike a seatbelt, where the operator still must actively think about…
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By Brett Brenner, Contributor Working on a construction job site can be incredibly dangerous if workers are not adequately trained to conduct their jobs safely and learn how to avoid preventable safety hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the construction industry has one of the highest rates of workplace injuries and…
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By Kevin B. Denis, Contributor Among the many hazards that construction workers face, falls consistently rank as one of the leading causes of fatalities and injuries. Recognizing this, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has established requirements to mitigate the risks associated with falls. Central to this effort are the regulations outlined in 1926.500-503,…
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By Robert Pieters, Contributor Each year, approximately 700,000 underground utility lines are struck during excavation work. This poses a dangerous risk to worker safety and often results in costly repairs that significantly impact project budgets.[1] This is why it’s crucial to identify these potential hazards when starting new construction or remodeling an existing facility. Contractors…
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