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Coming Soon - The New and Improved Saftgard.com! |
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Have
you heard the news? Saf-T-Gard is launching a brand new website in Q2
2018. This improved site will include a host of new and exciting features
and functionality, all aimed at improving the user experience, including the
following features and benefits:
- Sleek new design
- Enhanced content and
product imagery
- Guided, smart navigation
- “Responsive design” for
use on your PC, tablet or smart phone
- Access to Saf-T-Gard
account, including the ability to view your complete order history, as well as
view and pay invoices
- AND SO MUCH MORE!
Stay
tuned for more details!
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Vendor Product Spotlight: Honeywell North 7700 Series Silicone Half Mask Respirator with Dual Cartridge Connectors |
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The Honeywell North 7700 Series Half
Mask Respirator was designed to provide maximum comfort, fit and performance
and features a cradle suspension system that reduces slippage to provide a
secure fit. The facepiece is made from flexible, non-allergenic silicone that
readily conforms to facial features for a custom fit. A contoured sealing
flange eliminates discomfort caused by pressure points, and extended side flanges
provide a good seal during talking or other facial motions.
Additional features and
benefits include the following:
- Made from 100% medical-grade silicone, the wide sealing area provides exceptional fit and comfort
- Low-profile design offers a wide field of vision
and room for eyewear
- Various thickness in sealing area for improved
comfort and support - more support around the chin area and more flexibility on
the nose bridge
- Cradle suspension features woven straps that
provide maximum mobility without sacrificing support
- Lower headstraps stretch and move with the worker
for more comfort without pulling on the facepiece
- Upper headstraps have minimum give to provide
secure support
- Headband yoke allows cartridges to be located lower
and further back
- Easily converts to PAPR or supplied air respirator
- Latex-free
- Compatible with all North cartridges, filters and
accessories
- Meets NIOSH 42 CFR 84 and OSHA requirements
- Ideal for protection against airborne particulates,
chemical, contamination, gas, vapor and smoke hazards in chemical, government,
manufacturing and steel and metals industries
- Available in sizes Small, Medium and Large
- Sold individually
Saf-T-Gard also offers
several additional styles of Honeywell North respiratory protection products,
including cartridges and filters, PAPR, supplied air, SCBA, Escape and EEBA
respirators. Click here to
view them online, or call customer service at 1-800-548-4273 (GARD) for
more information.
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Don't Cut it Close - What Level of Cut Protection is Right for You? |
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Learn about the technology
that makes work gloves cut resistant - and how the new ANSI test scores can
guide you in choosing the right level of protection from cut hazards. Click here to watch the video.
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Tags-By-The-Roll Now Available with Optional Eyelet-Style Brass Grommets |
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Stop
wasting time searching for the tags you need right away with standard
Tags-By-The-Roll or Accuform’s NEW Tags-By-The-Roll with grommets. Prevent your
workers from misplacing their tags before they get to work by carrying
Tags-By-The-Roll to jobsites or worksites. Tags-By-The-Roll provides a
convenient solution for keeping a large quantity of tags readily available and
organized in one octagon-shaped disposable dispenser.
When
you need a tag, simply separate at the perforations and place your lockout tag
on hazardous energy sources or wherever needed to keep others safe.
Tags-By-The-Roll are durable, tear-and water-resistant, and are available with
stock and custom legends. The NEW Tags-By-The-Roll feature a 5/16-inch
eyelet-style brass grommet.
Click here to browse
the selection online.
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Trade in Your Old AED When You Purchase A New One at Saf-T-Gard and Receive up to A $600.00 Rebate |
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Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) save lives. Just recently, a 15-year-old Northbrook, IL boy was rescued by one when he suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field during a soccer match at an Athletico Center. In fact, all 50 states have laws requiring AEDs, or defibrillators, be available in public places for this exact reason, and experts say the more people who know how to use them, the better.
Whether you already have an AED or are looking to purchase one for the first time, Saf-T-Gard can help you revive your first aid program with the latest AED technology. Additionally, you can receive up to $600.00* when you trade in your old AED model for the ZOLL AED Plus® at Saf-T-Gard
from January 1 - June 30, 2018.
ZOLL AED Plus features and benefits include the following:
- Real CPR Help
provides unique assistance to rescuers with real-time feedback on CPR
compression depth and rate
- Novel electrode
design delivers a five-year shelf life and fits 99% of the population’s chest
anatomy
- Pull-tabs
expose the conductive gel on each pad only when it is in direct contact with
the skin, limiting the chance of gel contamination
- CPR-D-padz meet
applicable ANSI/AAMI/ISO DF-39-1993 requirements and offer clear anatomical
placement illustrations as well as a CPR hand positioning landmark and comes
complete with a rescue accessory package, including a barrier mask, razor,
scissors, disposable gloves and a towelette
- Display screen
presents the elapsed time and number of shocks delivered
- Back-lit
display screen provides simultaneous text with every audio prompt and a circle
of lighted graphical icons that show what to do
*Rebate value varies by competitive unit.
Click here for more information about the promotion and to access
the trade-in coupon.
Offer includes the
following ZOLL AED Plus part numbers:
- 8000-00-4000-01 - AED Plus Semi-Automatic Package w/Medical
Prescription
- 8000-00-4003-01 - AED Plus
Semi-Automatic Package w/PlusTrac Professional1
- 8000-00-4004-01 - AED Plus
Semi-Automatic Package w/PlusTrac Professional5
- 8000-00-4007-01 - AED Plus
Fully-Automatic Package w/Medical Prescription
- 8000-00-4010-01 - AED Plus
Fully-Automatic Package w/PlusTrac Professional1
- 8000-00-4011-01 - AED Plus
Fully-Automatic Package w/PlusTrac Professional5
Call customer service today at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) for a
custom price quote or to place your order, and see for yourself how it
definitely pays to be safe with ZOLL and Saf-T-Gard!
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NFPA 70E: A Look at the 2018 Edition |
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The National Fire Protection
Agency’s standard for electrical workplace safety, NFPA 70E, undergoes updates
every three years in an effort to keep employers and workers safely in
compliance with OSHA 1910 Subpart S and OSHA 1926 Subpart K. The standard aims
to reduce on-the-job exposure to shock, arc flash and arc blast. The 2018
edition of NFPA 70E went into effect in August.
According to the 2017
edition of "Injury Facts,” an online statistical data resource from the
National Safety Council, exposure to electricity resulted in 154 workplace
fatalities and 1,850 cases with days away from work in 2014.
Because electrical injuries
have a high potential to be fatal, employers and workers should be sure to
utilize the NFPA 70E standard to ensure safety and compliance.
Key elements of the NFPA 70E
2018 include the following:
- The revised NFPA 70E highlights the Hierarchy of Controls, emphasizing risk identification and mitigation before the job begins
- The revision adds a quick reference guide for arc flash personal protective equipment
- An annex discusses the concept of human performance "to identify and address human error and its negative consequences on people, programs, processes, work environment, equipment or an organization"
Click here to read the
complete Safety+Health article.
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New Publications on Tree Care and Silica Offer Worksite Safety Solutions |
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Falling tree limbs, moving
vehicles, overhead power lines, and high noise levels are a few of the dangers
professional tree care workers may encounter. OSHA’s new resource, Solutions for Tree Care Hazards,
highlights common hazards in the tree care industry, and provides safety
measures for employers and workers. OSHA is also publishing a revised fact
sheet that summarizes the major requirements of the respirable
crystalline silica standard for general industry and maritime.
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Introducing the New Heavy-Duty 3M™ DBI-SALA® Hard Hat Tether |
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Work with confidence knowing
that if your hard hat falls off, it’s not going anywhere. The new 3M™
DBI-SALA® Hard Hat Tether features a new proprietary clip design
that prevents deformation of the clip over extended use. This helps ensure a
secure attachment, helping to further reduce the number of dropped hard hats.
Click here to upgrade
to the new 3M™ DBI-SALA® Hard Hat Tether
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New NIOSH Studies Examine Hearing Loss Prevalence in Workers |
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This study found that
the prevalence of hearing loss among noise-exposed workers in the Agriculture,
Forestry, Fishing and Hunting (AFFH) sector is 15%. However, when researchers
examined industries within the sector, they found as many as 36%—or 1 in 3 noise-exposed
workers—have hearing loss. This is the first study to estimate prevalence and
risk for hearing loss for subsectors within the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing
and Hunting industry sector. The study was published in the American Journal of
Industrial Medicine. Learn more.
This study breaks down
the prevalence of hearing loss experienced by workers in the Health Care and
Social Assistance (HSA) sector. The overall prevalence of hearing loss among
noise-exposed workers was found to be 19%, while some subsectors within the HSA
had up to 31% prevalence of hearing loss. The study was published recently in
the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Learn more.
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Saf-T-Gard Catalog
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The time for better safety is now!
Click here to request a FREE copy of our current Saf-T-Gard International, Inc. full-line catalog today, and learn how to better GARD yourself
with Saf-T-Gard.
Featuring more than 3,900 different line items from more than 100 different brands and 14 different product categories, this catalog is an excellent resource and provides a wealth of information to keep you safe and productive for even the most rigorous applications!
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| We're Hiring! |
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Saf-T-Gard is looking to hire both a Marketing Coordinator and a Safety Sales Rep to join our growing team.
Click here for more information on the Marketing Coordinator position, and contact jobs@saftgard.com for more information on the Safety Sales Rep position.
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Closeout Corner - Don't Miss These Awesome Deals
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Saf-T-Gard is making it easier than ever to save big on your
favorite safety items with the “Closeout Corner” featured monthly in
the Saf-T-Gardian newsletter.
Click here to view the dramatically-reduced
pricing on all of your must-have items to take advantage of this limited-time pricing
and inventory.
Be sure to check back next month for even more products and
savings!
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Spin the Wheel of Misfortune to See How You Can Better Your Safety with Saf-T-Gard
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Hazards exist in every workplace. Common examples
include slips, trips, falls, exposure to loud noises, working from heights,
vibrations and unguarded machinery. The best way to protect your employees is
to recognize the hazards that exist on the job, and control them by utilizing
the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the application.
This is where Saf-T-Gard can help! We've been
bringing workers home safely since 1936 with our finest industrial safety
products and PPE, and we can do the same for you. Stop by our booth at
the any of the following trade shows to check out our comprehensive
selection of safety products and services that directly address every workplace
safety hazard.
While you're there, take a spin on our Wheel of
Misfortune to learn more about the different safety products that protect
against specific work hazards, win free prizes and see how it pays to avoid
costly fines and work injuries when you partner with Saf-T-Gard!
Ohio Safety Congress & Expo - Wednesday, March 7, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m., Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00
p.m., Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, Ohio, Booth #1014
2018
Indiana Safety & Health Conference & Expo - Tuesday, March 13, 2018 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00
p.m., Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, Booth #121
Iowa-Illinois
Safety Council's 65th Annual Professional Development Conference & Expo - Thursday, April 12, 2018 from 7:15 a.m. to
6:00 p.m., Friday, April 13, 2018 from 7:15 a.m. to 9:30
a.m., Coralville Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, Coralville,
Iowa, Booth #4
76th Annual Wisconsin Safety & Health Conference &
Exposition - Tuesday, April 17, 2018 from 9:30
a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 18, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m., Kalahari Resort & Convention Center,
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, Booth #1229
NECA Safety Professionals Conference - Monday, May 21, 2018 from 4:45 p.m. to 7:00
p.m., Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Omni Hotel Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, Booth #25
2018 VPPPA Region V Conference - Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m., Wednesday, May 23, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, Booth #TBD
Chicagoland Safety, Health & Environmental Conference - Wednesday, September 19, 2018 from 10:00 a.m.
to 6:00 p.m., Northern Illinois University (Naperville Campus), Naperville,
Illinois, Booth #TBD
International Lineman's Rodeo & Expo 2018 - Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. to
5:00 p.m., Friday, October 12, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to
3:00 p.m., Overland Park Convention Center, Overland
Park, Kansas, Booth #530
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| Safety Tips |
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1. ERGO-SMARTS - Back
support belts can help reduce back muscle overreaction and injury
2. ERGO-SMARTS - Vibration-reducing
gloves help protect against hand-arm injuries from pneumatic, gas, hydraulic,
and electric power tools
3. ERGO-SMARTS - Wrist
wraps and braces open the carpal tunnel area to reduce discomfort and the
likelihood of injury
4. ERGO-SMARTS - Wear
proper-fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) - too loose or too tight -
it's not right!
5. ERGO-SMARTS - In the event of injury, apply ice
to reduce swelling, immobilize if necessary, and seek immediate medical
attention
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Q&A
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Question - We are
installing a spray booth in our facility for use with lacquer and contact
adhesive. A local building inspector indicated that we are required to have a
shower and eyewash station in the vicinity of the spray operation. Do OSHA
regulations require a shower and eyewash station, and if so, what are the
design and use specifications for the shower and eyewash station?
Answer - The OSHA regulations for spray
finishing operations using flammable and combustible materials can be found at
29 CFR 1910.107. While this standard contains a number of provisions relevant
to the operation that you have described, it does not require an emergency
eyewash or shower in the vicinity of spray finishing operations using flammable
and combustible materials. The OSHA requirements for emergency eyewashes and
showers, found at 29 CFR 1910.151(c), specify that "where the eyes or body
of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable
facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be
provided within the work area for immediate emergency use." As the
standard states, an eyewash and/or safety shower would be required where an
employee's eyes or body could be exposed to injurious corrosive materials. If
none of the materials used in this work area is an injurious corrosive (as
indicated by the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each product, then an
emergency eyewash or shower would not be required pursuant to 1910.151(c).
While not having the force of a regulation under the OSH Act,
the current ANSI standard addressing emergency eyewash and shower equipment
(ANSI Z358.1-2004) provides for eyewash and shower equipment in appropriate
situations when employees are exposed to hazardous materials. ANSI's definition
of "hazardous material" would include caustics, as well as additional
substances and compounds that have the capability of producing adverse effects
on the health and safety of humans. ANSI's standard also provides detail with
respect to the location, installation, nature, and maintenance of eyewash and
shower equipment.
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| Saf-T-Gard Spotlight |
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Larry Wolf is our new Controller and just
joined the company in October 2017.
What Larry likes about Saf-T-Gard:
"Professional
environment, multi-generational family ownership, free-flowing communications
between management team, calm and consistent leadership."
What makes Larry’s day:
"Getting home and
seeing my wife and kids."
Larry’s outside interests:
"Mainly reading, sports
when there is time (Bears, Blackhawks, Cubs)."
Anything else?
"I am excited to be a member of the Saf-T-Gard
team!”
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Under what circumstances may an employer repair a damaged extension cord
under 29 CFR 1926, Subpart K?
Paragraph 1926.405(g)(2)(iii) provides: Flexible cords shall be used
only in continuous lengths without splice or tap. Hard service flexible cords
No. 12 or larger may be repaired if spliced so that the splice retains the
insulation, outer sheath properties, and usage characteristics of the cord
being spliced. This standard permits you to repair an extension cord, under the
conditions set forth, provided the cord is a flexible cord that is No. 12 or larger.
Additionally, 1926.403(a) requires all electrical conductors used by
employers on a construction site to be "approved." Section 1926.449
defines "approved" as: Acceptable to the authority enforcing this
subpart. The authority enforcing this subpart is the Assistant Secretary of
Labor for the Occupational Safety and Health. The definition of
"acceptable" indicates what is acceptable to the Assistant Secretary
of Labor, and therefore approved within the meaning of this subpart. . . .
Assuming the extension cord you are repairing was initially
"acceptable," §1926.403(a) precludes you from using a repaired cord
if the cord is significantly altered as a result of the repair. For example,
you are precluded from using a repaired cord if the repair changes the cord's
original flexibility.
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| As I See It |
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It is March 2018. Our focus
letter this month is the letter P.
Think of all the relevant words that begin with the letter P. *Personal - We never
forget that the first P in PPE is personal. *Protection - that's what safety is all about. The products we
supply and the services we provide are focused first and foremost on protecting
workers from the hazards of the job or protecting products from contamination
from workers and processes. *Partnerships
- We are proud to partner with nearly every globally-recognized brand name for
industrial safety products and personal protective equipment. *Productivity - the best safety
equipment enhances worker productivity in so many ways. The best safety
products are the ones that workers wear rather than avoid, so comfort and
ergonomics are definitely important. Well-designed, properly-fitting PPE
enhances productivity as opposed to poorly-designed, ill-fitting PPE that
retards productivity. It’s a pretty basic concept that should not be
overlooked. *Penalties - to be
avoided by safety programs and policies (2 more P words) that are implemented and enforced. We all want our workers
and processes to be safe because it’s the right thing to do, but an underlying
incentive is the potential financial penalty of regulatory fines and/or
increased insurance costs resulting from a breakdown in the critical elements
of a safety program. *Professionalism
- that's what you can expect from Saf-T-Gard International - Bringing Workers Home Safely Since 1936.
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