Safety is everyone’s responsibility. In this post, we look at each level of the organization and their respective contributions to the safety of both the individual and the industry as a whole.

Out-Of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHSCA) is responsible for approximately 350,000 deaths in the U.S. annually and is responsible for twice as many fatalities than all other workplace injuries combined. You don’t need to be a professional rescuer to help a SCA victim while waiting for emergency services to arrive. The victim’s best chance of survival is immediate CPR and a rescuer with an AED.

Do you know what level of protection your employees are receiving from their hearing protectors? Now you can with a field attenuation estimation system (FAES). FAES is a quantitative method for individual fit testing hearing protection devices (HPDs). This blog describes the 3M™ E-A-Rfit™ Dual-Ear Validation System and the value it can provide for your hearing loss prevention program (HLPP).

Voltage-rated gloves and leather protectors are a worker’s first line of defense against electrical shock, but there continues to be industry-wide confusion around the usage of these two products as a system for optimal protection against electrical shock.

Flame-resistant (FR) apparel is crucial for workers in a variety of industries. As technology and fabrics have evolved, so has the ability to offer work apparel that can provide greater protection from work hazards than ever before.

Selecting the right Hi-Viz multi-season workwear can feel like an arduous task given the overwhelming amount of options available. Read on to discover the critical factors and key elements for consideration to help simplify the process and better protect your workers!

We are surrounded by electricity. The exposure could be relatively low voltage in residential and industrial settings. Or the exposure could be even greater in the case of work near high voltage power lines, including repairing storm damage. Knowing whether the lines and equipment are energized is crucial. Read more to learn how to detect energized lines and equipment.

There is no one way to conduct a stand-down, so you can really choose a mix of activities that are pertinent to your workplace and employees. The stand-down can also include discussions of near-misses or actual incidents to help employees learn from past mistakes and take steps to prevent them from reoccurring.

If your occupation involves working in high heat, it’s important for you and your employer to be aware of the environmental conditions and take the necessary steps outlined in the current OSHA National Emphasis Program on Outdoor and Indoor Heat Hazards.

Industrial workers today are surrounded by potential arc flash and electrical hazards which have the power to cause serious harm. Employers and facility owners should establish safe work practices to protect their workers against arc flash and electrical incidents including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as rubber insulating gloves and leather protector gloves to ensure safety, compliance, and cost savings.

Thousands of people are blinded, injured, or killed each year from occupational accidents that could have been prevented or minimized if appropriate PPE had been used. Learn more.

As more facets of our daily life rely on electricity, the risk of electric shock not only increases but spreads to workers in industries that traditionally may not have faced electrical hazards on a regular basis. Along with increased electrification, the use of DC (Direct Current) power is also on the rise, as renewable energy and electric vehicle (EV) demand continues to grow.

Industrial hand protection, or work gloves, are now designed to provide predictable and quantifiable levels of hazard protection, often incorporating new materials and technology. Understanding these test methods and classifications are important considerations when selecting industrial gloves.

No matter what the design features are, respiratory protection can't fulfill its intended purpose if it isn't built to last. Read on to discover the recommended quality considerations that should also be taken into account when choosing respiratory protection products for your desired application.

Winter slips and falls are prevalent problems in nearly every industry and there are also many industries that have slippery indoor conditions as well. Additionally, there are workers that are working both indoors and outdoors where wearing studs can cause a serious slip hazard or damage to surfaces. With so many ice cleat versions on the market today it can be overwhelming to decide which one is best for you. Here we break down the different solutions for every work environment.

Helping companies keep their workers protected on the job and ensuring they come home safely each day is a core value of Honeywell and the Salisbury brand.

The images and composition of the workforce have changed since the iconic lumberjack, miner, steel worker, or even “Rosie-the-riveter.” Just as no two humans are exactly alike (not even identical twins), no two workers are exactly alike needing exactly the same PPE for fit, function, and protection. For a diverse workforce, diversity in PPE is needed as well.

Learn the origins of the hard hat and how it has evolved to help prevent head injuries by directly addressing on-the-job worker safety needs.

When choosing respiratory protection in the United States, there is a lot to consider. Help simplify the process and feel confident with this expert advice from 3M.

The ANSI 2021 standard includes several updates from the ANSI 2015 standard for both Class A and Class B kits. Here is what you need to know to upgrade your kits and cabinets by the October 15, 2022 deadline.