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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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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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Saf-T-Gard® Voltgard® Telescopic Insulated Rescue Body Hook Now Offered in Both 6' and 8' Retractable Sizes
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Emergency
rescue workers everywhere are hooked on the Saf-T-Gard® Voltgard® Telescopic
Insulated Rescue Body Hooks, now available in both 6’ (RESCUE-6T)
and 8’ (RESCUE-8T) sizes. The unique collapsible handle design extends to
safely withdraw injured workers from hazardous areas and retracts when not in
use for convenient storage while delivering 50-90% savings on shipping costs
compared to 6' and 8' fixed-length rescue hooks.
Additional
features and benefits include the following:
- Coated
and heat-treated with an 18" opening and mounted on a 6’ (RESCUE-6T) or 8'
(RESCUE-8T) telescopic fiberglass handle for emergency rescue of injured
personnel from hazardous areas
- Constructed
using a thicker, sturdier hook than most other competitive models, which is
less likely to break off from the handle
- The
unique telescopic handle design collapses to a compact overall length of 41” (RESCUE-6T)
or 43” (RESCUE-8T) to conveniently fit inside a standard shipping carton (43” x
20” x 2”) for ease of transportation/shipping
- Compact,
retractable size ships for less than $10, delivering tremendous value over
other fixed-length 6’ rescue hooks that can cost around $20 to ship and 8’
fixed-length rescue hooks that can cost more than $100 to ship
- Hi-Viz
yellow portion at the top of the telescopic handle provides added visibility
- “No-Twist” triangular design allows the
telescopic handle to remain in a locked position when fully retracted
- Designed
to comply with OSHA 1910.269(j) for the construction of live line tools and
OSHA 1926.957 for the use of live line tools
- All
sections must be fully extended, and all lock buttons must be fully locked
before utilizing to ensure correct usage
- Each
section of the handle can be individually removed for operation, cleaning and
repair by depressing the lock button from its locked position and sliding the
sections apart
The Saf-T-Gard® Voltgard® Telescopic
Insulated Rescue Body Hooks are sold individually and intended
for use in rescuing workers from confined spaces, in vaults, near electrical
cabinets or switch gear. They are also ideal for use in first aid rescue for
public utilities, fire and emergency response public safety departments,
emergency response units for electric vehicles, auto dealerships servicing
electric vehicles and public swimming pools.
Click
here to download the product flyer, click here 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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Four Major Factors to Prevent Heat-Related Illness and Injuries |
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Experts
in the athletic field have long studied the impact heat stress can have on
athletes of all ages and levels. What can safety managers learn by applying
these findings to industrial settings?
In
August of 2001, NFL player Korey Stringer tragically died as a result of heat
stroke complications brought on during Minnesota Vikings’ training camp. The
heartbreaking incident shed light on the detrimentally overlooked risk of
extreme heat—one that, despite being entirely preventable, results in over 700 deaths per year according to the CDC.
Since
Stringer’s death, the Korey Stringer Institute (started by his wife Kelci and
exertional heat stroke expert Douglas Casa) has made it their mission to
“provide research, education, advocacy and consultation to maximize
performance, optimize safety and prevent sudden death for the athlete,
warfighter and laborer.” The institute’s work includes the identification of four
factors in eliminating heat-related illness and fatalities: Hydration, Heat
Acclimatization, Work-to-Rest Ratio and Body Cooling Throughout the Shift.
Thermoregulation
is a catch-all term for the various processes the body uses to maintain its
internal temperature. Things like shivering when it’s cold or sweating when
it’s hot. To reduce heat, blood vessels widen to allow heat energy to radiate
out of the skin’s surface—a.k.a., sweating. As sweat evaporates off the skin,
it naturally cools the body.
When
exposed to extreme heat for too long, the body can’t sustain that normal
cooling process—resulting in hyperthermia. If temperature can be cooled within
30 minutes, studies show there is a 100% survival rate. But if the body goes
into prolonged hyperthermia, life-altering heat-related illness such as heat
stroke can occur.
While
construction crews certainly take the brunt of the burn, a wide variety of
industries pose a serious heat stress risk for workers both indoors and out. The following is a list
of those who have actively participated in OSHA’s Heat
Illness Prevention Campaign to educate employers and crews
on the dangers of working in the heat.
- Outdoor:
Construction, logging, landscaping, agriculture, postal/delivery, fisheries,
wildland firefighting, maritime, utilities, railroads, EMTs, oil & gas,
sanitation
- Indoor:
Warehousing, food processing, foundries, manufacturing, mills, automotive
11 workers are already seriously injured or
killed by heat stress every single day—a number that not only includes outdoor
workers, but also those slogging away in demanding indoor environments.
Now that
you know what and who we’re dealing with, click here to read more about the solutions.
Saf-T-Gard
supplies a comprehensive selection of Ergodyne® heat stress
products, including cooling towels, neck shades, cooling vests, cooling hard
hat pads, cooling bandanas, dew rags and tents. 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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Saf-T-Gard Automotive Safety Solutions |
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From
handling dangerous machinery, tools and chemicals to exposure to sharp edges,
noise, vibrations, heat, fire, electric power and other hazardous conditions,
automotive workers must encounter several daily hazards that put them at
greater risks for workplace accidents if not properly protected. In fact, a
recent Bureau of Labor Statistics injury and illness report revealed that auto
mechanics and technicians experienced 13,150 nonfatal occupational injuries and
illnesses resulting in valuable time away from work in addition to higher
medical costs, wage replacement, repairs to damaged equipment and increased
workers’ compensation insurance premiums.
As a
full-line, global industrial safety solutions supplier that has been bringing
workers home safely since 1936, Saf-T-Gard has a well-established track record
of delivering superior safety products and solutions across all industries that
protect against work-related hazards and prevent serious injuries while
enabling on-the-job safety, compliance and peace of mind for hundreds of
thousands of workers and their families.
The
exponential growth in electric vehicles (EV), both fully electric and plug-in
hybrid, adds additional hazards and risks to the manufacture and servicing of
these vehicles. Saf-T-Gard International, a global market leader in electrical
protective equipment for workers, is uniquely qualified to work with your
facility and keep your employees safe.
Our Voltgard® Test Lab is the
largest independent NAIL4PET-accredited test lab for rubber insulating products
in the United States assuring you that your workers are in compliance with OSHA
regulations and all applicable industry standards.
Handling
EV power systems requires a recognition that the hazard exposure is to DC
(direct current) which is different from the standard AC (alternating current)
power systems that energize our workplaces, homes and the nation's power grids.
To protect workers from the hazards of DC energized circuits and equipment,
rubber insulating gloves should be tested and recertified for DC working
voltages. All rubber insulating gloves are tested prior to shipment at AC
voltages for general use. The Voltgard® Test Lab can now test
rubber insulating gloves with DC for use with EV and other DC powered systems. Gloves
tested by Voltgard® with DC are clearly marked with the DC
Maximum Use Voltage.
Electrical
vehicle technicians can now be assured of the properly tested and certified
protective equipment suitable for use with EV DC batteries and systems. And
facilities producing and servicing electric vehicles can be sure that the
rubber insulating gloves they are using, when tested at the Voltgard® Test Lab, can
adequately protect against nearly every electrical hazard that they will
encounter.
Click here to learn
more about Voltgard®'s DC testing services and click here
to browse our unique collection of products and services for the automotive
industry today to see the commitment and expertise we can offer you.
Do you
have rubber goods that need to be tested? Click here to access
the Voltgard® Rubber Insulating Products Testing Order Forms to
get started.
So when
it comes to protecting your automotive workers, don’t trust just anyone with
their safety. Trust the experts with more than 85 years of experience and
excellence. Trust Saf-T-Gard.
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Watch the FREE Hydration Safety 365: Preventing Heat Illness Related Injuries ON DEMAND Webinar Sponsored by Sqwincher Today |
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When
it’s hot and sticky at work, whether outdoors or indoors, it's hard to stay
cool and comfortable. For safety managers, this creates an increased risk for
heat illness-related injuries in the workplace.
It's important to take steps to
prevent these injuries through proper hydration. By keeping workers hydrated,
you can help keep them safe and healthy, especially during the hotter
months.
Join Bubba Wolford as he discusses one of the most overlooked dangers in health and safety, dehydration. Bubba will walk you through the process of assessing:
- Productivity
- Dispensing & Hygiene in the ‘New Normal’
- Product Usage
- Training
- Health & Wellness
- Workplace Injuries
You will learn how to maintain proper hydration, avoid serious heat related injuries, and how important the role of electrolytes are in the hydration process.
Click here to register, and watch the FREE
webinar ON DEMAND today.
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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.
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.
Wisconsin Safety Council Annual Conference - Tuesday, April 12, 2022, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Wednesday, April 13, 2022,
from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, Booth
#160
IEEE PES T&D Conference - Tuesday,
April 26, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 27, 2022, from
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, April 28, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00
p.m., Ernest N. Memorial Convention Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, Booth #4511
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 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 28, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and Wednesday, June 29, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois, Booth #1846
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. DON'T BE SHOCKED - Electrical
protective equipment must be used when working on or near potentially energized
circuits of 50 volts or more
2. DON'T BE SHOCKED - Protective safety
caps and hats meeting ANSI Z89.1 Class E are tested at 20,000 volts for 3
minutes and are considered dielectric
3. DON'T BE SHOCKED - Rubber insulating
blankets are the most flexible and versatile form of temporary cover-up
protection for energized circuits and equipment
4. DON'T BE SHOCKED - A complete
Lockout/Tagout program includes locks, hasps, tags, signs, and key stations -
available individually or as complete kits
5. DON'T BE SHOCKED - Dielectric
switchboard matting provides additional protection in front of switchgear,
motor control centers and other high voltage apparatus
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Question - Can transparent plastic materials be used
for welding curtains or screens?
Answer - Standard 29 CFR 1910.252(e)(2)(iii) states: Protection from
arc welding rays. Where the work permits, the welder should be enclosed in an
individual booth painted with a finish of low reflectivity such as zinc oxide
(an important factor for absorbing ultraviolet radiations) and lamp black, or
shall be enclosed with noncombustible screens similarly painted. Booths and
screens shall permit circulation of air at floor level. Workers or other
persons adjacent to the welding areas shall be protected from the rays by
noncombustible or flameproof screens or shield or shall be required to wear
appropriate goggles. In reference to the requirement in the first sentence of the
standard, the employer would be in violation if the plastic curtain forms a
booth to enclose the welder since the curtain is not noncombustible, as
required. There is no known treatment which will make organic plastics
noncombustible. In reference to the requirement of the second sentence of the
standard, the transparent plastic welding curtain could easily be installed to
meet the ventilation requirement. In reference to the requirement of the third
sentence of the standard, a transparent plastic screen or shield would be
permitted since it can be made flameproof as well as sufficiently absorptive
and non-reflective of the welding rays.
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| Saf-T-Gard Spotlight |
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John Lynch is Saf-T-Gard’s Senior
Director of Business Development, and he joined the company on February 28,
2022.
What John likes
about Saf-T-Gard:
“A month
in, I can say that the people/team are extremely nice, good at what they do and
there’s a strong culture of customer service and taking care of the customer at
all costs. Everyone says this, however it’s evident that Saf-T-Gard views
service as a differentiator and they do all possible to truly make the customer
happy. And that aligns with my personal values and what I strive to do as
well.”
What
makes John’s day:
"The
sun shining and the ability to help someone out. Whether personally or
professionally, I enjoy the feel good that comes from truly helping someone and
being of assistance to them - be it small or large. And making a large sale of
course!"
John’s
outside interests:
"Spending
time with family, being active/exercising, being outside in nature, playing or
watching any type of sports (big SEC Football fan!!), boating and hanging out
with good friends."
Anything
else:
“For
the last 30 years I worked for a manufacturer (North/Salisbury/Honeywell) who
sold its products to Saf-T-Gard International. It was through that experience that I got to learn about this business
and its people. It’s now pretty neat to be on this side of the fence working
for Saf-T-Gard International.”
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 Factoid |
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Would an exercise
regime directed by a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) constitute "first
aid" or "medical treatment" for OSHA injury and illness
recordkeeping purposes?
In general, if the
ATC recommends exercise to an employee who exhibits any signs or symptoms of a
work related injury, the case involves medical treatment and is a recordable case. OSHA considers therapeutic exercise as a form of physical therapy and intentionally did not
include it on the list of first aid treatments in Section 1904.7(b)(5)(ii).
Subsection (M) states that physical therapy or chiropractic treatment are
considered medical treatment for OSHA recordkeeping purposes and are not
considered first aid. The next section goes on to state that the treatments
included in Section 1904.7(b)(5)(ii) is a comprehensive list of first aid
treatments. Any treatment not included on this list is not considered first aid
for OSHA recordkeeping purposes. Please be aware
that if a treatment is administered as a purely precautionary measure to an
employee who does not exhibit any signs or symptoms of an injury or illness,
the case is not recordable. For a case to be recordable, an injury or illness
must exist. For example, if, as part of an employee wellness program, an ATC
recommends exercise to employees that do not exhibit signs or symptoms of an
abnormal condition, there is no case to record. Furthermore, if an employee has
an injury or illness that is not work-related, (e.g., the employee is
experiencing muscle pain from home improvement work) the administration of
exercise does not make the case recordable either.
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| As I See It |
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It is March 2022, and we have some shocking news. On-the-job
electrical fatalities fall, but injuries up, according to an analysis collected
and compiled by Electrical Safety Foundation International by way of Safety+Health Magazine.
With regard to fatalities, 44% involved workers in construction
and extraction while 20% involved workers in installation, maintenance, and
repair. Overall, more than 5% of all reported electrical incidents resulted in a
fatality. What is most concerning is that more than 60% of the injuries occurred
among workers with more than one year on the job. This just doesn’t have to be so!
Let’s presume that there are products and recommended practices
that could have prevented most of these injuries and fatalities. Basic rubber
insulating gloves and related products have been around for decades, and
products designed and rated for protection in an arc flash or blast continue to
be improved with better, more light weight materials and comfortable designs.
So where is the disconnect?
Training training training. Maybe not every worker can quote the
OSHA regulations or NEC or NFPA documents verbatim, but managers and
supervisors should have at least a life-saving familiarity with these
resources. Here’s a scary but true story about a major manufacturer of
equipment used by power companies, arborists, and others working in a bucket at
heights. They had some rubber insulating blankets in their facility but could
not identify when they were purchased and when, if ever, they were retested to
ensure safety and compliance!
Training training training. Protective equipment for electrical
workers must be inspected before each use and retested in a qualified
laboratory at periodic intervals as specified by ASTM standards and enforced by
OSHA [and good sense].
Want
to know more? Contact Saf-T-Gard today for a conversation with an electrical
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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