Saf-T-Gardian Newsletter - A Fresh Look at the Safety Industry

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  Get Back to Work Safely with These
COVID-19 Safety Essentials from Saf-T-Gard

 
 

The first "P" in "PPE" stands for "Personal", and never before has safety been more personal than it is now with the outbreak of COVID-19 affecting the lives and livelihoods of everyone. No one understands this better than Saf-T-Gard International, Inc. After all, safety is rooted in our name. 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, including the following:

 


We've been bringing workers home safely for more than 80 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.

   
  Put the New Alpha of Reusable Earplugs to the Test with Complimentary Samples from Saf-T-Gard
 
 

Innovative engineering and automation has allowed Moldex to create a superior reusable earplug at a very competitive price. Give workers the protection they need and the comfort they deserve, all while lowering your overall hearing protection program costs.

Try the new Moldex Alphas Reusable Earplugs for yourself risk free by clicking below to request a FREE sample from Saf-T-Gard today, and receive a special offer on your first order too!

Additional features and benefits include the following:

  • Premium quality at a competitive price through innovation
  • Slip the earplugs into place with total ease and comfort
  • Economical and reusable and available in both corded and uncorded styles
  • Unique ridged stem for easy insertion and removal
  • Pocket-Pak® Plus provides hygienic storage of earplugs between uses
  • Independently tested NRR 27 dB
  • 100% PVC-Free
  • Proudly made in the U.S.A.

Click here to request your free sample today, click here to view them online, or call customer service at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) today for more information or to place an order.

   
 
Don't Sweat the Heat - Power through It with Spectacular Savings on Sqwincher® Hydration Solutions from Saf-T-Gard
 

Did you know that a 3-4% drop in hydration is enough to cause a 25% or more decrease in productivity, predisposing workers to serious injury or illness, including heat stress, heat stroke, urinary and kidney problems and seizures or loss of consciousness? 

Water alone is not enough to replace the electrolytes that the body needs to combat dehydration. Avoid lost-time injury costs and achieve hydration domination 

 

with Sqwincher® - the only electrolyte replacement drink specially created for the high-heat-stress environment of the workplace.

Saf-T-Gard can help keep your industrial athletes at the top of their game by offering value-added savings (as much as 49%) on a variety of Sqwincher® products and flavors now through September 30, 2020 in addition to the following two promotions:

 
1. RECEIVE 2 FREE SQWINCHER® 5-GALLON COOLERS when you PURCHASE 5 CASES of any available flavor of Sqwincher® 2.5 Gallon Yield ZERO Powder, 5 CASES of any available flavor of Sqwincher® 2.5 Gallon Yield EverLyte® Powder, or 10 CASES of any available flavor of Sqwincher® 2.5 Gallon Yield ZERO Ultra Liquid Concentrate
 
2. RECEIVE A FREE 7 CUBIC-FOOT FREEZER when you PURCHASE 60 CASES of Sqwincher® Sqweeze® Pops
 

Why Sqwincher?

  • Scientifically Formulated - Unique Sqwincher® product formulations are the result of research and development that goes well beyond quenching thirst, rehydrating bodies in even the most rigorous conditions
  • Contains Critical Electrolytes - Sqwincher® contains an optimal balance of necessary electrolytes (lower sodium, higher potassium) that the body needs to help workers maintain normal body temperature, prevent dehydration, muscle fatigue and replace lost fluids
  • Helps Maintain Focus - The brain needs hydration, and proper mental functions keep workers thinking clearly in order to perform daily tasks focused and safely
  • Great Tasting Hydration That Works - Sqwincher® is available in powder concentrate, liquid concentrate, ready-made drink and freeze pop configurations in Regular, ZERO, EverLyte® and LITE formulations in a variety of flavors, packaging and yield sizes to provide peak performance in any high-heat setting

Understanding how worker performance and efficiency is affected by environmental conditions is critical to reducing dehydration-related illnesses and accidents. So when the job heats up, hydrate to elevate year-round worker performance with Sqwincher® Hydration Solutions.

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.

   
 
National Preparedness Month: How Can You be More Prepared?
 
 
Medical emergencies, national disasters, and accidents happen all around us every day.

Being prepared can mean the difference between life and death. The first thing you can do to be prepared for an emergency is to have a plan set in place, so when unexpected events happen, you’ll know what to do.

September is National Preparedness month, and this year the theme is “Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan today.”

Here are a few tips from Ready.gov to help you be prepared:

  • Make a Plan - Be ready for a disaster by planning how you will communicate with family and friends during the event, reviewing insurance papers, and mapping an evacuation route
  • Build a Kit - You’ll need supplies to survive during a disaster, so collect items you’ll need for home as well as a to-go kit of things you’ll need if you’re forced to evacuate
  • Prepare for Disasters - Find ways to limit the impact of a disaster, and make sure you have proper insurance coverage, and determine what you can do to make your home stronger and more resilient
  • Teach Youths about Preparedness - Reassure your children by taking the time to talk with them, and teach them lessons on being ready for emergencies by making family preparedness a fun annual event

These steps may seem simple, but they can help keep you and your family safe if a disaster strikes. Are you prepared? Visit Ready.gov to learn more.

When you’re ready to purchase, Saf-T-Gard offers a wide variety of ZOLL AED Plus® packages including semi-automatic and fully-automatic options.

Only ZOLL’s AED Plus® is equipped with Real CPR Help® technology, giving the rescuer real-time feedback on the depth and rate of chest compressions during CPR. The sensor in the pads lets the AED see each chest compression and guides the rescuer, with prompts and a real-time bar gauge, to the recommended depth and rate of compressions. The ZOLL AED Plus® is available in semi-automatic and fully-automatic versions, and each package includes a ZOLL AED Plus® with AED cover, an adult electrode pad (CPR-D-padz®), (1) sleeve of lithium 123A batteries, a medical prescription and a soft carrying case.

Additional features and benefits include the following:

  • 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

A section of the ZOLL AED Plus® part numbers are as follows:

  • 8000-00-4000-01 - AED Plus® Semi-Automatic Package with Medical Prescription
  • 8000-00-4003-01 - AED Plus® Semi-Automatic Package with PlusTrac Professional1
  • 8000-00-4004-01 - AED Plus® Semi-Automatic Package with PlusTrac Professional5
  • 8000-00-4007-01 - AED Plus® Fully-Automatic Package with Medical Prescription
  • 8000-00-4010-01 - AED Plus® Fully-Automatic Package with PlusTrac Professional1
  • 8000-00-4011-01 - AED Plus® Fully-Automatic Package with PlusTrac Professional5

Click here to shop the ZOLL AEDs online, or call customer service at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) today for more information or to place an order.

 
  Vendor Product Spotlight: Farouk® CHI Life CL1009 Handheld UV Light Sanitizing Wand - PREORDER FOR OCTOBER DELIVERY
 
 

Ultraviolet light (UV) is a form of light is invisible to the human eye. It is part of the electromagnetic spectrum and includes wavelengths from 10-400 nanometers. UV-C is a form of ultraviolet light that can get rid of up to 99.9% of germs. The Farouk® CHI Life CL1009 Handheld UV Light Sanitizing Wand uses UV-C light bulbs to reduce or eliminate microorganisms on any given surface.

Additional features and benefits include the following:

  • PREORDER FOR OCTOBER DELIVERY
  • 7.67" x 1.8" compact size is easy to carry and take with you anywhere and everywhere
  • Kills 99.9% of germs within 1 minute
  • Equipped with latest technology
  • UV-C LED technology reduces or eliminates microorganisms on any given inanimate surface
  • 3 UV LED lights
  • Lightweight, portable compact design
  • Comes with drawstring travel bag
  • Rechargeable lithium battery
  • 1.5 Hour battery charging time
  • 2 Hour battery life (2 weeks normal use)
  • CE, & FCC certification
  • Perfect for sanitizing job sites, tools, offices, restrooms, classrooms, salons, homes, restaurants, public spaces, casinos, and essentially any inanimate surface
  • Sold individually

Click here to shop the CL1009 online, or call customer service at 1-800-548-GARD (4273) today for more information or to place an order.

   
 
Download the FREE "How COVID-19 Changed Workplace Training" Whitepaper Today!
 
 

Across the country, we are starting to see more and more employees return to work, either in a new remote capacity or their normal on-site roles. Now more than ever is a perfect time for all employers to review their safety training programs and make adjustments based on the needs of their workforce.

Download this short whitepaper to see a few ways many companies are adjusting their employee safety training during the COVID-19 pandemic, and why safety training should not be neglected while we all become accustomed to this new normal.

 
 

 
Coronavirus Protection
 

 

OSHA and the Food and Drug Administration developed a checklist to help protect food industry workers during the pandemic.

 
   

 
Limiting Workplace Violence
 

 

CDC developed guidance for employers and employees in retail, services, and other customer-based businesses, to help prevent workplace violence associated with enforcing COVID-19 prevention policies.

 
   
Saf-T-Gard Catalog  
 

The time for better safety is now!

Click here to request a FREE copy of our current full-line Saf-T-Gard International, Inc. 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 help keep you safe and productive for even the most rigorous applications!

 
   

 
Closeout Corner - Don't Miss These Great Deals  
 

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!

 
 
Safety Tips  

 

ERGO-SMARTS - Back support belts can help reduce back muscle overreaction and injury

ERGO-SMARTS - Vibration-reducing gloves help protect against hand-arm injuries from pneumatic, gas, hydraulic, and electric power tools

ERGO-SMARTS - Wrist wraps and braces open the carpal tunnel area to reduce discomfort and the likelihood of injury

ERGO-SMARTS - Wear proper-fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) - too loose or too tight - it's not right!

ERGO-SMARTS - In the event of injury, apply ice to reduce swelling, immobilize if necessary, and seek immediate medical attention

 
   
Q&A

 

 

Question - Do the lineman's gloves have a test procedure and frequency? I heard you have to pressure them up to check for leaks, and have to send them in for testing at some frequency like annually.

Answer - OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1910.137(b)(2)(ii) requires that:

"Insulating equipment shall be inspected for damage before each day's use and immediately following any incident that can reasonably be suspected of having caused damage. Insulating gloves shall be given an air test, along with the inspection."

In addition, OSHA 1910.137(b)(2)(viii) states:

"Electrical protective equipment shall be subjected to periodic electrical tests. Test voltages and the maximum intervals between tests shall be in accordance with Table I-5 and Table I-6."

Table I-5 states that for gloves, the retest interval is before first use and every six months thereafter. However, OSHA incorporates ASTM Standard F496 by reference, and the ASTM standard states in section 7.3:

"Industries, such as telecommunications, that utilize insulating gloves as precautionary protection against unintentional contact with energized conductors, may increase the maximum interval between issue and retest to nine months."

 
   
Saf-T-Gard Spotlight  

 

Brian Maher is a member of the Saf-T-Gard Sales Team and joined Saf-T-Gard more than 6 years ago as an Account Manager.

What Brian likes about Saf-T-Gard:

“Everyone works towards the same goal of getting the best product, at the best price, to our customers when they need it. Having a large inventory in our warehouse helps this as well.”

What makes Brian's day:

“When someone calls in a panic because they have an urgent need for the next day and everything ships smoothly from our warehouse that same day.”

Brian's outside interests are:

“Golf, fishing, riding and caring for our horses.”

Anything else:

“I enjoy reading about history and biographies.”

 
   
Factoid  

 

With regard to lockout/tagout training and requirements, can general awareness training of affected employees and other workers be satisfied and documented with a biennial article in a safety newsletter addressed to each individual employee?

No. The standard, at §1910.147(c)(7)(i)(B) requires that each affected employee be instructed in the purpose and the use of the energy control procedure. Furthermore, §1910.147(c)(7)(i)(C) requires that all other employees, whose work operations are or may be in an area where energy control procedures may be utilized, shall be instructed about the procedure and about attempts to restart or energize machines or equipment which are locked out or tagged out. An article in a newsletter does not provide the specificity required to train the affected and other employees on the use of the energy control procedures particular to their work area. Additionally, if there is a change in their job assignment or there is a change in their equipment or processes that present a new hazard or there is a change in the energy control procedures, the affected employees must receive retraining. See 29 CFR §1910.147(c)(7)(iii)(A). A biennial newsletter would be inadequate in providing this retraining. 

Additionally, relying solely on a biennial article in a newsletter for training is problematic in several other ways. First, there is no way to ensure that each affected employee has read and understood the material. Second, this mode of training does not afford employees the opportunity to ask questions when the material is unfamiliar to them or may be ambiguous in certain areas. Industrial operations, and in particular hazardous energy control operations, can involve many complex and potentially hazardous tasks. It is imperative that employees be able to perform such tasks safely.

On the other hand, OSHA believes that periodic articles in a newsletter can be used as part of an effective safety and health training program to help satisfy OSHA training requirements, if its content provides employees with appropriate information and knowledge.

 
   
As I See It  
 

It is September 2020, and when we think back to how our world has changed this year due primarily to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is a pause to reflect on the subject of THEN and NOW

Nearly every business (maybe even the buggy whip manufacturers, too) is doing things differently today for many reasons: COVID-19, technology, new products, new processes, new ideas (!), financial constraints, and of course government regulation. 

As I look back over our own 9 decades of business (yes, this is our 84th year), we can certainly share examples of THEN and NOW.

THEN most of our incoming customer orders came on the telephone and the balance by mail. NOW we still get orders by phone (because we are proud to have real talented people answering our phones), some by fax, some by email, some by EDI, and some through our new website at www.saftgard.com, but few by mail.

THEN we prepared our packing lists and invoices with a typewriter and a calculator and mailed invoices with a postage stamp or meter. NOW our computer system generates the documents and distributes most of them digitally. Confession - we still have one typewriter in the office, and we have to dust it off regularly.

THEN we put our name on our suppliers’ catalogs and also printed our own catalog. NOW we display much more product information online and have separate product sections for our key vendors on our website.

However your business has changed, we’re ready to listenbecause we are Saf-T-Gard International - Bringing Workers Home Safely Since 1936.

 
       
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205 Huehl Road
Northbrook, IL USA
Phone: 1-847-291-1600
Fax: 1-847-291-1610
Email: CustomerService@saftgard.com

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