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Construction sites are a place where lots of work gets done. They can also be a place of great danger. If you are working on or overseeing a construction site then you need to have an emphasis on safety. Watch out for these common construction accidents. 1. Not being prepared for rain: Rain can cause a lot of problems at a construction...

Hard hats have come a long way since they were first invented in the ship building industry. Then, builders would cover their everyday hats in tar and let it cure. This offered limited protection against falling debris, but it was a measure that saved the skills of many a shipyard workers. With a little ingenuity, hard-boiled hats came in. A...

You know that safety comes first, but do you practice it every day? Whether you’re a construction professional or DIY enthusiast, staying safe is essential to helping you do what you love for years to come. Sometimes, though, despite our best efforts, accidents happen. Having a well-stocked, high-quality first aid kit on hand and knowing first aid for construction workers...

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...

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...

Industrial workers protect themselves in a variety of ways from dangers on the job site. They wear steel-toe boots, long pants, ear protection, hard hats, and edge safety glasses to prevent disabling injuries. However, this is a requirement of the job more than an individual accounting of hazards. Many of these safety items are just as needed in everyday activities...

Human beings are visual creatures. We use our eyes to interpret the world around us and for most people it is their strongest sense. Accidents that cause vision loss in adults can be crippling because it forces a person to learn a new way to process the world around them. The truth is, most of these accidents are preventable with...

Construction workers spend the majority of their time outdoors, and the constant exposure to sunlight can pose health risks. While sunburn may seem like a minor annoyance, each burn increases a person’s risk of developing skin cancer later on in life. Here are some tips for cutting down on the risk of health problems associated with sun exposure. • While...

Here at SafetyGearOnline.com, our number one priority will of course always be to provide you with the most up to date safety equipment and safety information. We want everyone who has to be in a potentially dangerous situation to follow the best possible safety procedures, which includes wearing ANSI approved high visibility gear. We also pride ourselves on always being...

If you have never experienced frostbite, then you should count your lucky stars. Not only can frostbite be extremely painful, but if left untreated it could end up being fatal. We know that some people do have to work outdoors when the weather is frigid, so we wanted to give you a quick run down on the signs of frostbite...