Mechanics regularly handle sharp and bulky mechanical components and dangerous fluids that can damage their hands. In 2019 alone, 1,900 mechanics endured occupational hand injuries while on the job. This career’s high-risk nature makes it vital for mechanics to protect themselves with disposable or reusable automotive gloves. Hand injuries are far more likely to occur for mechanics…
Read More
Having trusted protection for healthcare, commercial, industrial and other busy environments can be critical to protecting employees’ and visitors’ health. Face shields and face masks are standard solutions to enhance worker safety at a work site or facility. This personal protective equipment serves a critical purpose across industries, and you may be wondering which option…
Read More
Recently, you may have noticed disposable gloves have started to come in a range of colors. Today, you can find police officers, lab workers and various other professionals wearing different colored gloves ranging from traditional white and light blue to black and purple. When ordering your personal protective equipment (PPE) for today’s work environment, you’ll…
Read More
Disposable gloves offer both convenience and protection to workers in many industries. From comfortable, inexpensive and easy-to-change gloves for food preparation to highly specialized gloves to protect those working in chemical manufacturing, disposable gloves have many applications. They have also benefitted from recent technological advances, making them stronger, more practical and more cost-effective, especially when…
Read More
Personal protective equipment, often abbreviated as PPE, is an important part of the workplace as it aims to protect workers from serious injury or illness. PPE use has surged because of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, corporations should always encourage PPE usage to protect workers from all types of occupational hazards. Hospitals and healthcare facilities, along…
Read More
Whether we see disposable gloves on cafeteria workers, janitors or dentists, we recognize the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) that helps protect both the wearers and us from germs, chemicals and other harmful substances. Although countless occupations and industries require disposable gloves, many people still have questions and misconceptions about them. Can disposable gloves…
Read More
Face masks are one of the most powerful tools we have against the spread of infectious diseases. They create excellent shields against harmful particulates such as those in industrial environments. From construction sites to grocery stores, face masks are everywhere. But when we finish wearing them, they can become hazards — to other humans and…
Read More
Whether you’re nearing the summer months or preparing for the next flu season to hit your workplace, it’s important to ensure the safety of your employees and patrons. Doing so will build trust while preventing the spread of harmful diseases and illnesses. But to get started, it’s crucial to understand the difference between cleaning vs.…
Read MoreWorkplaces, including manufacturing, biochemical production, construction, research and other industries, may expose workers to airborne contaminants. Having the right personal protective equipment (PPE) and a respiratory protection program can help keep your team safe. When Is a Respiratory Protection Program Needed? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates employers to implement a written respiratory…
Read More
As people are returning to work amid COVID-19, it is now more crucial than ever to have the right types of personal protective equipment (PPE) available to keep employees safe. But what types of PPE are most important for employees to have when they return to work? This article will break down what PPE rules…
Read MoreCleanrooms are controlled environments designed to reduce the amount of debris and particles within the area. These controlled zones are meant to protect sensitive samples and electronic components, which need safeguarding even from small motes of dust, skin cells, hair and other tiny debris. Cleanrooms are often used in electronics manufacturing, food production, medical research…
Read More
While offices may not face the debris and heavy metals or chemicals of many manufacturing and industrial plants, they still may need more cleaning than many people realize. Proper cleaning, including deep cleaning regularly, presents a professional, welcoming atmosphere for visitors and employees and improves indoor air quality. Deep Cleaning vs. Regular Cleaning Regular cleaning…
Read More