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The American National Standards Institute, or ANSI, has administrated and created regulations and  standards around what can be used as safety wear. This includes workwear, work uniforms, and the reflective colored vests that many personnel in utility, construction, airport, and emergency industries wear. These standards are split into three classes, those being: class one, two and three. The higher the...

Risk assessments are something that must be carried out on a regular basis in a workplace and these assessments and checks are important because they help the manager and foreman to determine if there are any hazards and the risks that need to be noted. Consideration must also be given to the worker to ensure their safety and care must be given...

Being employed and earning a living should never come at the expense of a person’s safety. There are certain jobs out there that require an added level of safety measures in order to ensure complete security while on the job. Any scenario where there are passing motorists or people operating large pieces of machinery or equipment warrants the use of hi-visibility safety apparel to...

If you work in an industry that doesn't stop just because it's raining, you need to invest in safety rain gear The following is a list of common rain gear and its features. Poncho Simple and easy-to-use, ponchos are a one-size-fits all, inexpensive solution. Ponchos come in a variety of colors, and have the advantage of being easy to store and taking...

Summer is a time for warmer weather and sunshine, but depending on where you live, summer thunderstorms can be almost daily issues. This is especially true in areas such as Florida and Louisiana. Although the rain can be a welcomed cooling factor on hot days it can really increase the risk for injury on road construction sites. Slick roadways along with...

Most drivers on the road today know that when they are driving through a construction zone they need to slow down and to keep alert for changing traffic patterns and signs directing them where to go. When larger work crews are doing their job they often times end up very near the edge of the driving lanes and at times...

When the temperatures rise during the summer, folks from all across the country hit the road for weekends at the beach, campouts, and vacation. For construction workers, parking lot attendants, and road workers, it’s vital to wear the right types of safety apparel to standout and stay safe. High-visibility apparel, including a safety vest with pockets, can help you be quickly seen...

Everyone seems to be in a rush these days, which we can clearly see on the roads around us. Heavy traffic poses plenty of risks, especially to people who work on roadsides. Keeping job sites free and clear of motorized traffic is not always possible, which can pose a real threat to those working on repairing roads, sewer lines, bridges, power...

Every year, hundreds of road workers and construction personnel get injured by cars on the job. Wearing hi vis safety clothing is imperative when it comes to being seen and staying safe. Safety apparel plays an important role to ensure workers stay more visible, especially in areas of heavy, fast-moving traffic. On your hunt for a safety vest, you have probably seen products...

In the face of an emergency or similar situation, incident command or incident management is paramount to creating and establishing an on-site management system capable of organizing teams and enacting processes to handle the various factors unique to an emergency. The integration of personnel, equipment, facilities, procedures, and communication lines within a common organizational structure is necessary to gaining control of...