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Respiratory Disease Prevention

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has reported that about 70% of occupational disease deaths are due to respiratory diseases and cancers caused by harmful exposures on...

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Hand Protection & Safety

Hand injuries are one of the most common workplace injuries. Over one million hand injuries occur each year and approximately 20% of all disabling workplace injuries involve the hands. Although...

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Aerial Lift Safety

Aerial lifts are commonly used on job sites due to their mobility and flexibility. When accessing an above ground job site with an aerial lift, safe work practices can prevent...

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Eye Protection

Each day, approximately 2,000 workers require medical treatment for workplace eye injuries. These injuries are most often caused by small flying particles, falling objects, and sparks that strike the eye....

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PPE Safety

OSHA requires that personal protective equipment (PPE) be used to protect workers from serious workplace hazards, injuries, and illnesses. The needed PPE may include items such as safety glasses, gloves,...

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Chemical Hazards

Did you know skin disease is the most common job-related illness? The skin is the largest organ of the body, and healthy skin forms a protective barrier that keeps out...

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Working Outdoors

Rainy working conditions can create increased risk of injuries and accidents on the job. The rain can cause surfaces to be become slick and field of vision to be impaired....

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Face and Eye Protection

Protecting your face and eyes at work are vitally important, as thousands of workers are blinded each year from work-related injuries. Through proper selection and use of face and eye...

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Respirator Types

Respiratory protection must be worn in hazardous atmospheres. The type of respirator that should be used depends on the contaminants and protection factor needed: Single-Strap Dust Masks – Not appropriate...