SAFETY APPAREL

  1. Types of Personal Protective Equipment

    Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE, is essential in keeping workers safe on the job. The kind of equipment needed depends on the type of industry and the job site itself. Here is an overview of different types of Personal Protective Equipment. Head – Hard hats protect workers from falling debris and electrical hazards. For protection from cold weather, there are hard hat liners that attach...
  2. Tips for Staying Warm While Working Outdoors

    In the wintertime the weather is the biggest hindrance to working outdoors. Cold wet and windy conditions are not only uncomfortable but can be potentially dangerous as well. It’s important to stay warm and avoid cold stress situations that can lead to accidents or injuries Exposure to extremely cold environments can result in cold stress such as hypothermia or frostbite. While these...
  3. Seasonal Safety from Spring Hazards

    As the weather starts to break and more and more people head outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather, it’s important to remember that the change of season also brings with it its own set of spring related hazards. We trade in snow and ice for sunshine and warmer temperatures, but we also encounter flooding, dangerous driving conditions, pedestrians, outdoor workers...
  4. Electricians Need Safety Gear Too!

    Whether an electrician is working on fuse boxes wiring that go through the walls and ceiling, or working on power lines along busy road, they will need safety gear. This type of safety gear will include high visibility clothing, similar to what construction workers and road side workers wear. These include clothing that is either lime green, yellow, or orange in...
  5. Stay Warm This Winter with a Thermal High Visibility Jacket

    There are many jobs where safety is a high priority. In construction and utility trades especially, the ability to be seen is crucial in being safe on the job. If motorists or other workers can’t easily see you, then the likelihood of an accident is much higher. Many of these outdoor jobs have to deal with the rain, cold and...
  6. How to Make a Construction Site Safe

    Construction sites can be very dangerous and it is important for every company to take measures to reduce injury. A safe environment makes for happier workers and better efficiency. Here are some ways to make a construction site safe. Inspection – Have someone thoroughly inspect the site for possible hazards. Also check for hazardous materials to make sure they are identified, marked...
  7. Safety Tips for Road Construction Workers

    Most fatalities in road construction work zones come from motorists. Some causes of this are driving too fast, poor visibility, fatigue, impatience, and distractions. Work zones can be dangerous places, so here are a few safety tips: Know the Safety Plan – For every job site, there is a safety plan geared for that site. The plan includes ways to spot hazards...
  8. Workplace Safety Tip While Working in the Rain

    If you’ve ever had to work in the rain then you know how difficult and often times unpleasant that can be.  Trying to use your tools, keeping important electrical equipment dry and slippery surfaces are just some of the hazards you encounter when Mother Nature unleashes a torrent. As if all of that isn’t bad enough, having to do it...
  9. Stay Cool with Summer Safety Clothing

    Just because you’re working outdoors this summer doesn’t mean you need to be uncomfortably hot. We have plenty of options for hot weather safety gear that will keep you cool, even when the temperature is rising. Below we examine some of the best options to keep you cool while keeping you safe on the job. Mesh is Best Perhaps you’ve...
  10. When You Need to Use Hi Vis T-Shirt

    When thinking about issues involving being seen while working on the job site, most people tend to think about conditions where it is snowing, raining, or getting dark. On a hot clear summer, day visibility is not really an issue right? Well actually, this is not necessarily true. With the bright summer sun overhead, glare can be a real problem, making...

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