Cutting material is one of the important factors that makes metal cutting faster, more durable and cost effective. Here are some common materials of cut-off wheel, please refer to the selection of suitable cut-off wheel. 3M Precision Shaped Grain 3M Silver Cut –off Wheel is a new product line that perfectly combines performance and value,…

Providing your employees with a hazard-free work environment is a long-term investment, not a quick fix. If you’re just “checking the box” or assuming your job sites are up to code without the data to prove it, you leave your employees susceptible to an unsafe environment and your business vulnerable to costs, liability, and bad…

Take steps to prevent hearing damage in the workplace before it happens. Some of the most prevalent workplace hazards aren’t seen—they’re heard. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to damaging noise levels at work, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

What signage should you use to help keep your workers safe? The accurate interpretation of safety signs is crucial to prevent injuries and save lives. OSHA has set industry standards that clearly define what a safety sign is, how it should be used, and where it should be placed. However, when it comes to deciding…

When it comes to workplace hand injuries, some industries are more dangerous than others. What are you doing to keep your workforce safe? Do you simply give employees a good pair of cut-resistant gloves and tell ’em to be careful? Are you overlooking key steps to preventing workplace hand injuries long before your employees even…

Are falls a concern to you or your workers? Do you regularly inspect walking-working surfaces, correct and guard against hazardous conditions? Are you committed to a safe working environment at your company? Keeping current with legal changes is a necessary first step. In November of 2016, OSHA published its final rule on Walking and Working Surfaces,…

Note: Spill kit must be checked regularly basing on list of components inside. Spill kit user instructions in Vietnamese and English are provided, do not hesitate for more details Step 1: Assess the nature of the spill Before you take action, make sure the scene is safe to proceed. Determine the source of the spill, the…

Best Practice – Working in your chemical protective gloves Chemical protective gloves will only help to protect you if they are Properly selected, correctly fitted Used for the correct environment NOT torn, cut, punctured or otherwise damaged Donning Step1: Prior to donning your protective gloves • Always follow manufacturer’s instructions for use • Wear an inner…

What safety managers need to look for when choosing the proper personal protective equipment. Hands are the most used tools in the workplace, making their protection from on-the-job hazards critically important to maintaining employee productivity. Hand dangers are around every corner. Depending on the workplace, employees’ hands are endangered daily from chemicals, abrasive surfaces, splinters,…

For those responsible for safety in the workplace, consider the following when making the selection that is just right for you: 1. Compliance and regulatory requirements 2. Convenience and protection factors 3. Chemical characteristics and capacity issues 1/ Compliance and Regulatory Requirements FM Global: https://www.fmglobal.com/research-and-resources/standards-and-certification/fm-approvals ULC (Underwriters laboratories of Canada): https://canada.ul.com/ulcstandards/technicalcommittees/listofcommittees/ OSHA NFPA: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.106 Federal, state and local regulations…

Kata is a methodology that empowers team members to solve problems themselves. In EHS, the state and federal regulations must be met. The question is what tools/methodology are you using to create a culture that is effective and efficient? A safety culture can provide great value—injury prevention, minimized risk and fatalities, a culture of care and team engagement, not to mention a reduction in costs and fines. The key is to focus on the process or system which may…