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SAVE EVEN MORE on COVID-19 Safety Essentials Available and in Stock at
Saf-T-Gard, and Get Back to Work Worry Free
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With the availability of the COVID-19 vaccines, it is
anticipated that more and more businesses will soon be returning to work in the office. As reopening continues management
teams will undoubtedly face several new challenges, as their employees will be
relying on them to get back to work safely.
To that end, companies should consider establishing guidelines
for the use of personal protective equipment if they haven’t already. This is
where Saf-T-Gard International, Inc. can help. We’ve been bringing workers home
safely for more than 85 years with our finest-quality selection of safety
products and personal protective equipment, and we can do the same for you.
So
when it comes to your workers’ safety, you can trust that
Saf-T-Gard has
everything you need to get back to work worry free with reduced pricing and
available stock on all of the following products:
We've been bringing workers home safely for more than 85 years, and we can do the same for you!
Click here to shop our selection of COVID-19 Safety Essentials to Keep Your Business Running online, 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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Rehydrate and Satisfy Your Thirst for Savings with Reduced Pricing on Sqwincher® Hydration Solutions from Saf-T-Gard
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Are you aware that as little as
2-3% dehydration can result in a 20% decrease in energy levels? Workers
can lose up to two gallons of fluid per day making them especially vulnerable
to the hazards that can cause serious injury and/or illness.
Fortunately, dehydration-related
incidents are 100% preventable. Water alone is not enough to replace the electrolytes
that the body needs to combat dehydration.
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Sqwincher® provides an optimally-formulated supply of electrolytes that workers need to stay safe and productive.
Saf-T-Gard can help keep your industrial athletes at the top of
their game by offering value-added savings (up
to HALF OFF) on select Sqwincher® products and flavors now through September 30, 2021 in
addition to the following two promotions:
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1. RECEIVE 132 FREE SQWINCHER®
21 OZ. SPORTS BOTTLES when you PURCHASE 24 CASES of any available flavor of
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2. RECEIVE A FREE 7 CUBIC-FOOT FREEZER when you PURCHASE 60 CASES of Regular or ZERO Sqwincher® Sqweeze® Pops
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Why Sqwincher®?
- Scientifically Formulated - Sqwincher® product
formulations are the result of years of research and development that go beyond
quenching thirst, rehydrating bodies in the toughest conditions.
- Great Tasting Hydration -
Sqwincher® is a higher level of hydration, with a variety of
enjoyable flavors and formulations that rehydrate and replenish your body with
necessary potassium and low sodium, key electrolytes that help maintain peak
performance.
- Contains Critical Electrolytes - When
you’re dehydrated, your body craves fluids with electrolytes - so water alone
just won’t do the trick. When you need optimal hydration, turn to Sqwincher®
to get the job done.
- Helps Maintain Focus - The
brain needs hydration. Proper mental functions keep you thinking clearly to
perform daily tasks safe and focused.
Understanding how worker performance and efficiency is affected
by environmental conditions is critical to reducing dehydrated-related
illnesses and accidents. So when the job heats up, achieve hydration domination
this summer and beyond with Sqwincher®, the hydration heavyweight
champion!
Click here to download the flyer
for a complete listing of Sqwincher® promotional 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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The New Saf-T-Gard® Therma-Gard® HeatWave TGH-15000 Gloves Will Forever Transform the Way You Think about Hot Mill Gloves by Delivering Unrivaled Comfort, Durability, Protection and Value |
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Saf-T-Gard International., Inc. continues to revolutionize the
hand protection industry with the availability of the new Saf-T-Gard® Therma-Gard® HeatWave
TGH-15000 Hot Mill Gloves. Made from a proprietary
2-layer seamless machine knit construction, the Saf-T-Gard®
Therma-Gard® HeatWave TGH-15000 Hot Mill Gloves
are the first-ever hot mill gloves of its kind and showcase a variety of
features and benefits that are not currently available in traditionally cut and
sewn hot mill gloves.
Additional features and benefits include the following:
- Constructed of a proprietary 2-layer seamless machine knit
affixed together at the fingertips to prevent the lining from pulling out when
the gloves are doffed
- Seamless machine knit construction provides more comfort,
dexterity and tactile sensitivity than traditionally cut and sewn hot mill
gloves
- Knitted gloves are more comfortable than traditional cut and
sewn woven fabric gloves and deliver better abrasion resistance and twice the
durability of woven gloves of the same fabric weight with no seams to wear out
- Reversible design fits either hand to reduce waste and extend
product usage in the field
- Delivers ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 Level 5 Conductive Heat Resistance –
the highest possible – for superior heat protection in temperatures up to 605°F
(320°C) [Note - Heat resistance is a combination of how hot, how large, and how
long]
- Double material thickness throughout the gloves add to the heat
resistance, while the loops-in Terrycloth outer layer helps maintain the air
pocket between the two layers providing the ultimate heat insulator
- Wide, extended knit wrist cuff secures the gloves to the hands
while also allowing for quick and easy removal
- Combines unsurpassed comfort and flexibility with 50-90% more
heat-absorbing material when compared to traditional cut and sewn hot mill
gloves
- Gray color outer layer shows less dirt for longer wear
- One size fits all
- Ideal for use in die casting, milling, metal working/processing,
forging, rubber molding, glass manufacturing or any application involving
contact with extremely hot surfaces as heat resistance is a combination of how
hot, how large and how long
- Complies with USDA and FDA requirements 21CFR177.2800 covering
materials generally recognized as safe for indirect contact with food products
Click here
to shop the Saf-T-Gard® Therma-Gard® HeatWave
TGH-15000 Hot Mill Gloves 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 new 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 that include the following:
- 3-piece elastic hood for respirator fit, two-way zipper front
with resealable storm flap
- Elastic wrists, ankles and wait 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 size 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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How to Choose the Right Electrical Gloves for the Task at Hand
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There are several regulatory standards mandating the use of
rubber insulating equipment to protect workers from arc flash and electrical
hazards. Regardless of the heavy fines, serious injuries, and deaths that occur
from electrical incidents, compliance continues to remain an issue. What is
even more shocking is that many workers are not using rubber insulating
equipment because they do not know they need it, or because they are unsure of
how to select the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for the
application.
In reality, almost every single facility has a need for arc
flash and electrical safety – whether the company is a larger facility with
building engineers overseeing distribution, or a smaller facility with
maintenance staff working on or around floor or wall sockets. There is quite a
large number of possible end users. As such, awareness is paramount. Not only
about the requirements for use, but also about for how to choose the right
rubber insulating equipment to protect workers and employers against injury,
loss time, costly damage, legal liability, increased insurance premiums, and
hefty regulatory fines.
Click here to read more about how to how to
choose the right rubber insulating equipment from the article submitted to Electrical
Safety in the Workplace (ESW) by CEO and Chairman of the Board,
Saf-T-Gard International, Inc.
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Vendor Product Spotlight: Honeywell Salisbury Pro-Wear™
Plus 40 cal/cm2 Arc Flash Garments
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The new Honeywell Salisbury Pro-Wear™ Plus 40
cal/cm2 Arc Flash Garments series
takes comfort to the next level by being the lightest* in the industry with
enhanced breathability and improved moisture management. Offering the same
performance and durability with reduced weight, updated look and improved
fit, the new styles redefine the notion of comfort, style and safety and are
ideal for use in utilities, commercial, industrial and general manufacturing
applications.
Additional features and benefits include the following:
- Exclusive fabric layering design offers the lightest most
breathable 40 cal/cm2 garments in a modernized appearance and
sporty, unified look
- GlenGuard® outer shell provides inherent AR/FR
protection
- Coats, bib overalls, hoods and lift front hoods are available in
standard or premium styles and can be ordered separately or as part of a kit
- All garment types have been re-sized (based on ASTM
D6240/D6240M-12 and D8077/D8077M-16) for the best fit, improved comfort and
mobility
- Hoods now come standard with a Paulson ArcVent™ for
increased airflow and acoustics
- All garments are available in red and grey colors in a wide
range of sizes and come standard with RFID technology that allows for seamless
integration with Honeywell Safety Suite for asset tracking purposes
- Meet ASTM F2178, ANSI Z87.1 and NFPA 70E standards to provide
on-the-job safety
Saf-T-Gard carries a comprehensive line of Salisbury electrical
safety products, including clothing and kits, hoods, hard hats, faceshields and
accessories, rubber insulating gloves, sleeves and blankets, leather protector
gloves, line hose, hoods, connectors, hotsticks and hooks, voltage detectors,
grounding and jumpers and insulated tools. 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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Watch
the FREE Electrical Safety in the Workplace Webinar ON DEMAND Today
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In this webinar, Larry Ensign, Vice President of Strategic
Accounts: Industrial at National Safety Apparel, will focus on Electrical
Hazards in the Workplace and how to establish electrical safe work programs to
reduce or eliminate electrical incidents. We will review what the hazards are,
how often they occur, what workers are typically at risk and what standards can
offer your company guidance to implement an effective electrical safety program.
The webinar will specifically focus on electrical arc flash and
the proper PPE necessary to ensure your workers are properly protected from the
potential workplace hazards associated with electrical work. We will also spend
a little time reviewing questions you should be asking within your organization
to address these potential workplace hazards.
Click here to register, and watch
the FREE webinar ON DEMAND today.
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Hurricane Preparedness |
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OSHA's webpage on working hurricane-impacted areas can
help employers and workers recognize the hazards after a severe
storm hits. The Preparedness page outlines the
warnings and watches used for hurricanes, including the five categories used to
rate the strength of a hurricane. The page also contains information on
creating evacuation plans and supply kits. The Response/Recovery page features a
link to OSHA’s Hurricane eMatrix, which features information on hazard
exposures and risk assessments for hurricane response and recovery work. The
information in the matrix is organized based on the types of activities
performed so that it is easy for workers to identify the precautions they
should take based on the tasks they will be performing. Click here to
read more.
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COVID-19
Update
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As part of NIOSH’s efforts to keep our stakeholders up to date on the CDC and NIOSH COVID-19 response, here is a summary of new information available.
- Making Masks for the Workplace
New information from NIOSH is available for manufacturers to produce Workplace Performance and Workplace Performance Plus masks. This new NIOSH criteria for workplace masks also meets the standard in the ASTM International Specification for Barrier Face Coverings, F3502-21.
- Types of Masks
CDC recently updated its Types of Masks webpage to include information that identifies masks that meet a standard, including the ASTM Standard.
- Vaccinating Migrant/Migratory and Seasonal Food and Agriculture Workers
CDC published a new webpage to help jurisdictions ensure that migrant and migratory seasonal food and agricultural workers are vaccinated. The webpage addresses the unique challenges and best practices for providing vaccines to these workers.
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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 new Saftgard.com web login.
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| Closeout Corner - Don't Miss These Great 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
e-Newsletter.
Click here to view the 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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Visit with Saf-T-Gard
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Chicagoland
Safety, Health & Environmental Conference - Wednesday, September 23, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Northern Illinois University (Naperville Campus), Naperville,
Illinois, Booth #TBD
The Utility
Expo (Formerly ICUEE) - Tuesday, September 28, 2021
from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time), Wednesday, September 29, 2021 from 8:30
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) and Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Eastern Time), Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky, Booth #B1104
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| Summer is Here. NFPA Offers Five Key Tips for Keeping it Fire-Safe |
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As
the world opens up again and people make plans for a season ahead full of
outdoor activities, use of outdoor fuel-based equipment like grills, fire pits,
and campfires will surely increase substantively. While these types of
equipment do present potential fire hazards, by following these five
recommendations, associated risks can be minimized:
Make sure your gas grill is working properly
- Leaks or breaks are primarily a
problem with gas grills. Check the gas tank hose for leaks before using it
for the first time each year.
- If your grill has a gas leak
detected by smell or the soapy bubble test, and there is no flame, turn
off both the gas tank and the grill. If the leak stops, get the grill
serviced by a professional before using it again. If the leak does not
stop, call the fire department.
- If you smell gas while cooking,
immediately get away from the grill and do not move it. If the flame goes
out, turn the grill and gas off and wait at least 5 minutes before
re-lighting it.
Never leave equipment unattended
- Make sure to closely monitor
food cooking on the grill. Turn the grill off promptly when you’re done
cooking, and let it cool completely before returning it to its original
location.
- For campfires, fire pits, and
chimineas, always have a hose, bucket of water, or shovel and dirt or sand
nearby, and make sure the fire is completely out before going to sleep or
leaving the area.
Keep equipment a safe distance from things that can burn
- Place your grill well away (at
least 3 feet) from anything that can burn, including deck railings and
overhanging branches; also keep them out from under eaves.
- Keep portable grills a safe
distance from lawn games, play areas and foot traffic.
- Keep children and pets well
away from any type of equipment in use.
- In areas where campfires are
permitted, they must be at least 25 feet away from any structure and
anything that can burn. Also make sure to clear away dry leaves and
sticks, overhanging low branches and shrubs.
Use fuel and fire starters properly
- If you use a starter fluid to
ignite charcoals, use only charcoal starter fluid. Never add charcoal
fluid or any other flammable liquids to the fire.
- Keep charcoal fluid out of the
reach of children and away from heat sources.
- Never use gasoline or other
flammable or combustible liquids on firepits, chimineas, or campfires.
- For electric charcoal starters,
which do not use fire, make sure the extension cord you are using is
designed for outdoor use.
If a fire breaks out, call the fire department
- For any type of outdoor fire
that can’t be quickly and effectively extinguished, call the fire
department immediately for assistance.
For
more information, visit NFPA grilling safety page www.nfpa.org/grilling.
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| Q&A |
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Question - What are the different types of heat stress PPE and protective clothing?
Answer - Evaporative Cooling: Evaporative cooling is the simplest way to keep workers cool with PPE and mirrors the way our bodies dissipate heat. It relies on a wet garment to trap the wearer's body heat and then dissipate it through evaporation as it dries. This works well while the garment is wet and cooler than the body, so the worker will have to frequently wet the garment with cold water to get the full benefit of wearing it.
Regular PPE will provide a cooling effect if it is soaked in cold water, but there are lines of PPE that are specifically designed to offer faster evaporation rates and better cooling, including vests, towels, and hats.
Phase Change Cooling: When there isn't enough airflow to facilitate evaporation or when it's so hot that evaporation can't remove the excess heat quickly enough, workers will need to rely on something better than evaporative cooling. Phase change equipment is a great option in those situations.
This type of cooling equipment relies on cooling packs placed inside a vest. These packs transfer cool temperature to the body and keeps it from overheating.
These cooling packs, however, need to be changed frequently. Keeping extra packs on hand (and a cooling station to store them) can be highly impractical.
(Thanks to Ergodyne for the Product Image and Safeopedia for the Q&A content)
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| Saf-T-Gard Spotlight |
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Karl Henke is our
Operations Manager, and he joined Saf-T-Gard in 2011.
What Karl likes about
Saf-T-Gard:
"Being part of a company that provides safety-related
products and services helping keep our customers safe, secure, healthy and
happy."
What makes Karl's day:
"Learning new things about our business and industry while
working with a talented group of co-workers in coordinated efforts to exceed
our customers' expectations."
Karl's outside interests are:
"Working on my house and yard. Restoring my classic
car and keeping it in top notch condition."
Anything else?
"Enjoy spending time with my family and friends."
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| As I See It |
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It is July 2021, and this month we’ll focus on the ROI (Return
On Investment) of safety. Spoiler alert – if you are 100% certain that there is
nothing that could ever be improved with your PPE, facility safety, and first
aid programs, then stop reading now and focus on the other excellent content in
this month’s Saf-T-Gardian.
The development, evaluation, selection, and implementation of
changes to the PPE and facility safety used at your company demands an
investment of time and resources by both your company and qualified suppliers.
The commitment must be mutual. And, selecting PPE and safety equipment from a
pretty picture on a website or catalog without the investment of resources can
be, as the saying goes, “penny wise and pound foolish.”
Starting with the basics such as hand protection, a detailed
hazard analysis should be performed to evaluate the actual job being performed,
durability of the current product, and ergonomic factors. Look-alikes do not
necessarily perform alike. A more expensive product may last longer and provide
better protection.
Consider that the average workers compensation settlement
for hand injury claims is from $15,000 to $35,000 if you are released to full
duty work when you reach maximum medical improvement. And from $55,000 to
$85,000, or more, if you are unable to return to your pre-injury job or suffer
additional injuries in the accident. You can calculate the ROI based on that.
How about investing the time for a walk-through your plant to
analyze facility safety including signage, mirrors, and hazardous materials
storage and handling? OSHA fines can range as high as $13,653 per violation, up
to $136,532 for willful or repeated violations.
And the bottom line for your ROI calculation is the expected
reduction in workers compensation insurance premiums. So when it counts, you
can count on 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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