From time to time users of flame-resistant (FR) clothing are left confused as to what to wear under their FR garments. One of the issues that many users may find in industries that require FR clothing, is that long sleeved shirts are required and it may become uncomfortable to wear under clothing especially in the warmer seasons. If … Read More...
A comprehensive guide in understanding Arc Flash released by the Workplace Safety Awareness Council under grant number SH-16615-07-60-F-12 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It details many things about Arc Flash including what causes arc flash, factors that determine the severity of an arc flash injury, results from an arc flash, ways to … Read More...
Failure to abate means that the company failed to correct a previously cited error from OSHA including hazard, condition or practice that pose danger … Read More...
Four common myths or misconceptions about NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace created by the National Fire Protection Association) are discussed … Read More...
OSHA formed an alliance with the Association of Energy Services Companies (AESC) to foster awareness of workplace safety and health and to educate workers … Read More...
Oil and gas drilling jobs are more susceptible to flash fires during certain operations. The need for Flame Resistant Clothing is emphasized in the new memorandum issued by OSHA and clarifies the need for citation. These updated enforcement guidelines will be of utmost help in your organization’s safety program.
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An arc flash is the sudden release of intense light and heat produced from an electric arc. An Arc Flash occurs during an arc fault, a type of electrical explosion or short circuit condition, which passes through a luminous bridge formed in a gap between two electrodes.
PPE should be viewed as the last line of protection after … Read More...
This article from the StarTribune is very interesting concerning the US Navy and their work uniforms for sailors.
It goers to show how a lack of education can contribute to dangerous situations even for the Navy. Having performed certain burn tests the Navy has learned the risks involved in not wearing flame resistant clothing.
Coveralls supplied to the … Read More...
Combustible dust occurrences may never be entirely eliminated from your workplace, although available equipment, procedures, and PPE can dramatically diminish its frequency and harmful consequences.
Combustible Dust Standards
Although OSHA has been stuck on the process of formulating rules about combustible dust, NFPA has been busy working on combustible dust standards. Likewise the development process of a new … Read More...
As we continue to add new products to the Canadian website it is our intent to let you the customer know of the updates.
The Nomex Insulated Coveralls that have been added to the website come as a stock item with the Scotchlite reflective trim already attached. For this reason the coveralls can be freighted out very quickly … Read More...
