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Step up Your Safety with Savings on These COVID-19 Safety Essentials at Saf-T-Gard |
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Covid might
have made PPE a household name, but did you know that the first “P” in “PPE”
stands for “Personal”?
Never before has safety been more personal with COVID creating
a new way of life for everyone.
While vaccines are available, PPE can still help
to provide additional protection.
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Rest assured, Saf-T-Gard International, Inc. has the essential safety supplies
on hand (and with added savings) to help prevent the spread and support you and your employees during the
"new normal" including the following:
Click here to shop our selection of COVID-19 Safety Essentials, or call customer service at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) today for more information or to place an order or with any additional questions on how we can assist you in your worker safety program.
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Get Your Honeywell Hard Hat Logoed for FREE at Saf-T-Gard
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Your work helmet is hard but getting it logoed shouldn't be!
What better way to get workers involved and part of the team than to present them with a hard hat with your company logo? Show off your brand while protecting your workers with a FREE logoed hard hat.
For a limited time only, Saf-T-Gard is making it easier than ever to get your Honeywell Hard Hats logoed for FREE on the following Honeywell Hard Hat product families with ratchet adjustments:
- Honeywell Fibre Metal E1 Full Brim Hard Hats and E2 Hard Hat Caps
- 8-point suspension
- Superlectric thermoplastic shell material
- Meets ANSI-Z89.1 TYPE 1, Class E standards
- Honeywell NorthZone™ N20 Full Brim Hard Hats and N10 Hard Hat Caps
- 4-point suspension
- HDPE shell material
- Meets ANSI-Z89.1 TYPE 1, Class E standards
- Honeywell North A89 Matterhorn Hard Hat Cap
- 4-point suspension
- HDPE shell material
- Meets ANSI-Z89.1 TYPE 2, Class E standards
- Honeywell North A119 Everest Full Brim Hard Hat
- 6-point suspension
- HDPE shell material
- Meets ANSI-Z89.1 TYPE 2, Class E standards
Logos can be placed in four (4) locations. Terms and conditions apply. Click here for more information.
Click here to get in touch with Saf-T-Gard for more details about how to take advantage of the Honeywell Hard Hat FREE logo program at Saf-T-Gard now before the offer expires on June 30, 2022.
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Saf-T-Gard® Reflect-A-Gard® RG-2005 Class 2 Hi-Viz Breakaway Safety Vests Now Only $1.00/Each or $50.00/Case of 50 Each
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Whether you work indoors or outside, high-visibility
gear is a safety requirement for jobs near moving traffic or equipment.
Saf-T-Gard can help keep you seen and safe on the
job and save you as much as 86% on Saf-T-Gard® Reflect-A-Gard® RG-2005
Class 2 Hi-Viz Breakaway Safety Vests now through June 30, 2022 or while supplies last!
Additional features and benefits include the
following:
- Fluorescent lime polyester mesh fabric offers high
visibility and breathable comfort
- Two (2) horizontal and two (2) vertical 2”
reflective stripes deliver ANSI/ISEA-107 Class 2 Level 2 compliance
- The vest is designed to separate harmlessly from the
body in the event that it gets caught
- The five (5) breakaway points include two (2) on the
shoulders, two (2) on the sides and one (1) in the center
- One (1) inner pocket at left chest for convenient
storage and transportation of work materials
- Hook-and-loop closure provides easy on/off and
comfortable, secure fitting
- Available in sizes Large-5XL
- Sold individually or 50 each/case by size
ONLY
$1.00/EACH OR $50.00/CASE OF 50 EACH BY SIZE
Order today before inventory runs out and see for
yourself how Saf-T-Gard has your visibility needs covered. Click here to shop the Saf-T-Gard® Reflect-A-Gard® RG-2005
Class 2 Hi-Viz Breakaway Safety Vests online, or call
customer service at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) today for more
information or to place an order.
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Vendor Product Spotlight: Ansell MICROCHEM® by AlphaTec™ 68-1800C Comfort Series Coveralls
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The Ansell MICROCHEM® by AlphaTec™ 68-1800C
Comfort Series Coveralls are ideally suited for end users working in a wide range of industries who need the perfect balance of comfort and protection.
The innovative combination suit design offers an excellent barrier to low-hazard liquid spray and fine particulates with the microporous film laminate (MPL) at the front of the coverall, while the breathable SMS fabric strategically placed on the entire back and in body heat generation zones enhance worker comfort making these coveralls particularly suited to warmer working environments.
Additional features and benefits include the following:
- 3-piece elastic hood for respirator fit, two-way zipper front with resealable storm flap
- Elastic wrists, ankles and waist provide optimized ergonomic fit for greater wearer comfort
- Finger loops keep sleeves from riding up the arm
- Whole suit inward leakage testing ensures performance of the garment system, not just the fabric
- Silicone free for use in paint spraying and critical environments
- Anti-static (tested according to EN 1149-5) protects against sudden discharges of electrostatic energy
- Low linting for reduced risk of contamination to surfaces or processes
- Ideal for end users who need the perfect balance of comfort and protection including composites, paint spraying, surface preparation, handling powders, general maintenance and construction applications in aerospace, automotive, boat and ship building, life sciences, metal fabrication and wind turbine industries
- Available in sizes Small-5XL
- Sold by the package of 25 coveralls
Click here to shop the Ansell MICROCHEM® by AlphaTec™ 68-1800C
Comfort Series Coveralls online, or call customer service at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) today for more information or to place an order.
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Free Resources from Ergodyne for OSHA's Safety Stand-Down Week |
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Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees, accounting for 351 of the 1,008 construction fatalities recorded in 2020 (BLS data). Those deaths were preventable. The National Safety Stand-Down raises fall hazard awareness across the country in an effort to stop fall fatalities and injuries.
A Safety Stand-Down is a voluntary event for employers to talk directly to employees about safety. Any workplace can hold a stand-down by taking a break to focus on "Fall Hazards" and reinforcing the importance of "Fall Prevention". Employers of companies not exposed to fall hazards can also use this opportunity to have a conversation with employees about the other job hazards they face, protective methods, and the company's safety policies and goals. It can also be an opportunity for employees to talk to management about fall and other job hazards they see.
Anyone who wants to prevent hazards in the workplace can participate in the Stand-Down. In past years, participants included commercial construction companies of all sizes, residential construction contractors, sub- and independent contractors, highway construction companies, general industry employers, the U.S. Military, other government participants, unions, employer's trade associations, institutes, employee interest organizations, and safety equipment manufacturers.
Companies can conduct a Safety Stand-Down by taking a break to have a toolbox talk or another safety activity such as conducting safety equipment inspections, developing rescue plans, or discussing job specific hazards.
Ergodyne has developed a collection of tools to help create a complete at-heights safety strategy:
Saf-T-Gard supplies a comprehensive selection of Ergodyne® tool lanyards and hooks and heat stress products. Click here to shop them online, or call customer service at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) today for more information or to place an order.
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New ANSI 2021 Standard Announced |
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The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) – Minimum Requirements for Workplace First Aid Kits and Supplies (ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2021) establishes minimum performance requirements for first aid kits and their supplies. First Aid kits are classified based on the assortment and quantity of first aid supplies intended to manage most types of injuries and sudden illnesses that may be encountered in the workplace. These may include major and minor wounds; minor burns; sprains and strains; and eye injuries. As each work environment is unique, it is expected that the contents of each kit will be supplemented as needed based upon the recommendations of a person competent in First Aid.
ANSI announced the 2021 standard will require compliance by October 16th, 2022. Click here to see the components first aid kits must contain to be compliant with the ANSI 2021 standard.
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Watch the FREE Honeywell Biggest Summer Safety Issues and Solutions to Address Them Webinar ON DEMAND |
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Summer is here and that means being even more aware of safety hazards and challenges your workers will face every day. High heat, temperature extremes, noisy work environments, working at heights, confined space situations, increased amounts of
roadwork, utility work and construction all contribute to enhanced levels of risk to personal safety. But what should you know about these situations and the safety concerns they represent? Join Honeywell solution experts as they walk us through summer’s safety challenges.
Topics include the following:
- General Summer Safety Hazards - What to do about them
- Fall Protection - Fatigue and Dehydration play a part in fall accidents
- Fall Protection - PPE you can look at to prevent this from happening
- Picking the right respirator for the summer
- Silica - Understanding the new silica standard
- Silica - What is respirable crystalline silica and how does it affect us?
- Silica - Key elements of the new silica standard
- Silica - Respirator selection
Click here to register, and watch the FREE webinar ON DEMAND today.
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Shop @ Saftgard.com - The Smart, Simple and Speedy Way to Shop for Safety Online Today!
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Saftgard.com makes it easier than ever for visitors to find exactly what they are looking for by utilizing a guided navigation layout with a fully-optimized “smart” search engine. The responsive design enables use and access to more than 6,000 products with enhanced product content and imagery on your PC, smart phone or tablet.
Moreover, existing Saf-T-Gard customers can link their account to a new Saftgard.com web login to review ALL past orders and invoices, create a “wish list” of favorite items, save carts to simplify the ordering/reordering process and so much more! Buyers without an existing Saf-T-Gard account can register for one online, or they can still search, browse and order on Saftgard.com without a Saf-T-Gard account.
We invite you to spend a few minutes at Saftgard.com, and if you haven't already, please register for an account to enable online ordering.
Click here for a shortcut to the registration page, and click here for detailed instructions on how to link your Saf-T-Gard account to a Saftgard.com web login.
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Visit 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.
NECA Safety Professionals Conference - Monday, May 16, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday, May 17, 2022, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, Arizona, Booth #406
NSC Midwest Conference & Expo - Thursday, June 9, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Friday, June 10, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Indianapolis Convention Center, Indiana, Booth #311
ASSP Safety - *Monday, June 27, 2022, from 11:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 28, 2022, from 8:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and Wednesday, June 29, 2022, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois, Booth #1846, *Richard Rivkin presents “The Shocking Need for Electrical Safety, Inspection & Testing” on Monday, June 27, 2022” 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
International Lineman’s Rodeo - Wednesday, October 12, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday, October 13, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday, October 14, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Overland Park Convention Center, Overland Park, Kansas, Booth #217
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Five Safety Tips
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1. CLEAN IT UP - Spill kits contain everything necessary to clean up oil-only spills, general maintenance spills, or hazmat spills
2. CLEAN IT UP - Body fluid clean up kits are available in a wide range of kit sizes and packaging
3. CLEAN IT UP - Dirty protective eyewear is unsafe
4. CLEAN IT UP - Rubber insulating gloves and related protective gear need a specialized detergent to remove grease and grime without harming the dielectric properties of the products
5. CLEAN IT UP - Respirator facepieces need to be kept clean, fresh, and sanitary
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Question - Do employers have to pay for body belts, positioning straps, and pole and tree climbers (gaffs or hooks) when used by qualified employees working on poles or towers?
Answer - Yes. Body belts, positioning straps, and pole and tree climbers provide protection to employees from falls while climbing or performing other work.
This personal climbing equipment, which is specifically required by §§1910.268(g), 1910.269(g)(2), and 1926.951(b), is PPE, and employers must pay for the equipment when the equipment is used to comply with an OSHA standard.
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| Saf-T-Gard Spotlight |
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Larry Wolf is our Chief Financial Officer and 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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Is it permitted to intermingle flammable and combustible liquids in a storage cabinet?
Clarification was requested on an apparent ambiguity in OSHA's standard for Flammable and Combustible Liquids, 29 CFR 1910.106, specifically the use of the words "or" and "nor" in the paragraph Design, Construction, and Capacity of Storage Cabinets-Maximum Capacity, 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(3)(i), which states, "Not more than 60 gallons of Class I or Class II liquids, nor more than 120 gallons of Class III liquids may be stored in a storage cabinet."
This language is an adaptation of similar language in section 4210 of the 1969 edition of the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids (source standard for 29 CFR 1910.106), which states, "Not more than 60 gallons of flammable or 120 gallons of combustible liquids may be stored in a storage cabinet."
OSHA never intended to prohibit intermingling flammable and combustible liquids in a storage cabinet or to allow more than 120 gallons of any flammable and combustible liquids combination in a storage cabinet. NFPA 30 - 1981 Section 4-3.1 states, "Not more than 120 gal (454.2L) of Class I, Class II, and Class IIIA liquids may be stored in a storage cabinet. Of this total, not more than 60 gal (227.1L) may be of Class I and Class II liquids..." OSHA finds this language represents the intent of 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(3)(i) clearly and unambiguously.
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| As I See It |
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It is April 2022, and the possibility (?) of springtime is in the air (disregarding the snowflakes that we had in the Midwest earlier this month). Springtime reminds us to enjoy the fresh air and that brings with it all sorts of fresh ideas.
How fresh is that respirator you are wearing? Filtering facepiece (disposable) respirators like N95s do not last forever. Replace them when they get dirty, start to smell, or the breathing resistance increases noticeably. For industrial applications, consider an air-purifying respirator with replaceable filters and cartridges. And if that respirator facepiece is still dirty, smelling, and grungy even with regular cleaning and sanitizing (we have respirator wipes for that), talk to your Saf-T-Gard safety specialist about trading in that old facepiece for a fresh new facepiece and a fresh approach to industrial respiratory protection.
How fresh is that safety cap or hat that you are wearing? They don’t last forever, either. Sunlight UV and other hazards affect the integrity of the safety headwear material over time. How old is your safety hat? There is a manufacturing date code marked on each unit. Did you know that safety caps are now available with a UV indicating sensor that shows when it’s time to be replaced? And if it is really old, consider some of the newer designs in safety headgear including hats and caps with air-flow vents to help keep workers cool plus specialized caps for working at heights with integrated chinstraps.
And, finally (for this month), how about reFRESHing your workers’ electrolytes, especially in hot and humid environments? Sqwincher is an industrial-strength rehydration solution with a product range that meets your needs. This year’s annual Sqwincher promotion is a free freezer with an order for 60 cases of Sqwincher Sqweeze Freeze Pops.
Want to know more? Contact Saf-T-Gard today for a conversation with an experienced safety specialist. We are Saf-T-Gard International - Bringing Workers Home Safely Since 1936.
Sincerely,
Richard A. Rivkin, Saf-T-Gard CEO and Chairman of the Board
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