The El Niño weather pattern is known to bring heavy rains and flooding in the southern United States and impacts are most noticeable in the wintertime. So how are you going to prepare for this winter season when it comes to your selection of arc rated clothing be it for flash fire or electric arc exposure.
It may … Read More...
So you have done your arc flash assessment and have determined the level of protection you require.
You are compliant. Or are you?
Selecting the correct flame resistant clothing for the job task is something that should be analyzed in depth and not just for what meets the standards such as the NFPA 2112.
The problem is that … Read More...
Winter is coming and inventory looks good as all the shelves are stocked with your cold weather flame resistant protection garments of choice at our online store (Safety Protection Warehouse).
Today is September 24, 2015 and I would suggest you BUY NOW before the FR insulated clothing is gone as it sells out fast.
You don’t want to … Read More...
An explosion of flash fire can happen in an instant without fore warning and you need to be sure that the flame resistant clothing is really providing the protection that you think it is. When an accident occurs such as a flash fire this is not the time to be questioning your PPE.
There is more FR clothing … Read More...
Falls have been the leading cause of death on construction sites for many years now. Regardless of the focus placed on this epidemic from small, residential projects to large commercial structures, people continue to add to the fatal fall statistics. Sometimes this is the result of a well-trained and properly equipped worker not doing what they were supposed … Read More...
Fall arrest is the act of stopping a person that is already falling and therefore personal protective equipment has been developed to help save lives.
Fall protection equipment is provided in various components including personal body harnesses, lanyards and lifelines.
A package for protecting workers from falls greater then 6 feet would consist of the following components. Individually … Read More...
As your flame resistant (FR) clothing is meant to be your last line of defence for protection when a flash fire or electric arc occurs you need to ensure that the PPE is maintained in good condition.
One of the main causes of degrading your flame resistant clothing is by the use of chlorine bleach. Bleach can not … Read More...
Precautions should be taken when working in the heat of summer especially in the oil and gas industry when heavy coveralls are usually worn for protection from flash fire. Exposure to an overdose of heat can result in heat exhaustion, cramps and even heat stroke.
Risk factors that contribute to heat related health issues are factors such as … Read More...
Breathable polypropylene disposable coveralls help keep you from overheating and are a great low cost limited use coverall for protection from dirt, grime or other dry particulates.
Economical and disposable is what makes the 30 gram Spun bond the right choice to keep you clean and protect your costlier garments for other work tasks. When dealing with non-hazardous … Read More...
The need for flame resistant clothing (FRC) to help keep our workers safe in the oil and gas and electrical industries is on the rise along with improvements in safety standards and fabric enhancements. Growth in personnel in these Industries has increased significantly providing the demand for more protective and comfortable FR clothing.
As the Standards have evolved … Read More...
