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  1. Common Types of Home Remodeling and Construction

    If you are looking for ways to add value to your home or to simply make it more enjoyable, there are many additions and remodeling project you can take on to make your dream home a reality. While these are some of the more common and simple projects you may work on with a homeowner it is still important to stay...
  2. Choosing the Right Winter Safety Coat for Outdoor Work

    Knowing how to do your job properly isn’t the only thing you need to think about when you’re on the job site. You also need to ensure that you’re kept safe and comfortable, no matter what industry you hail from. But working around motorists poses an added level of danger compared to many other types of jobs. After all, you...
  3. Care Tips for High-Visibility Clothing

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more workers are struck and killed by construction equipment than by any other type of vehicle. The instances of these types of accidents can be greatly reduced by wearing hi-viz clothing. However, it's imperative to properly care for and then replace hi-viz clothing when it is no longer serviceable. The following guidelines...
  4. Benefits of Being a Construction Worker

    The construction industry is a billion dollar industry in the United States and employs 8 million workers. Workers include not only construction helpers but skilled workers as well, like carpenters, plumbers, electricians, masons, surveyors, painters, glaziers, and plasterers. Here are six benefits of being a construction worker. Suit and Tie Not Required One benefit of construction work is you can wear pretty...
  5. 4 Reasons to Have a High-Visibility Safety Jacket Year Round

    If you work in an industry that requires wearing high-visibility clothing, you might be surprised to discover a hi-vis jacket is something you should keep on hand year round, not just during winter. Here's why. Temperatures Can Vary Widely Throughout the Day Depending on where you are working, there can be a temperature differential as wide as 40 or 50...
  6. PIP GO-TO-WORK KIT, FOR YOUR SANITY AND PEACE OF MIND

    If you are running out of space in your shop or job trailer to store all the separate personal protection equipment (PPE) items that you provide to your employees, then check out the all-in-one kit that fits into a nice compact package.  The PIP GO-TO-WORK KIT will take up half of the space since a pair of gloves, a safety...
  7. THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SCREEN PRINTING AND HEAT-TRANSFERING LOGOS ON SAFETY APPAREL

    When it comes to transferring your organizations logo onto your safety apparel, it is important to know the best method for the type of fabric you intend to use.  The two main methods are screen printing and heat-transfer. The two methods have different results, so it is important to do your research.  HEAT TRANSFER Heat-transfer requires heat and pressure for...
  8. GO-TO-WORK KIT BY PIP, FOR YOUR SANITY AND PEACE OF MIND

    GO-TO-WORK KIT BY PIP, FOR YOUR SANITY AND PEACE OF MIND
    Are you are running out of space in your shop or job trailer? Is it because you have to store all personal protection equipment (PPE) items that you provide to your employees separately? Then check out the all-in-one kit that fits into a nice compact package.  The PIP GO-TO-WORK KIT will take up half of the space. A pair of...
  9. The Importance of Hearing Protection

    Working at a construction site means being exposed to noise. Lots of it. Unfortunately our ears were not designed for that much noise, and prolonged exposure can and will lead to permanent hearing loss. Ever left work for the day with ringing ears? That’s a sign the damage has already begun. Even a one-time exposure to loud noises, say from...
  10. Incident Command Vest Colors Allow You To Organize Your Team

    Emergency response management is made easier with the many incident command vest colors available from SafetyGearOnline.com. How can multiple colors help your team get the job done more efficiently? How does sharp organization play into public perception? Learn more about how these items can help your teams. On-site Performance Teams often include a mix of veterans and newcomers. The veterans...