Heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

While grain and feed employers have a relatively clear idea of what OSHA expects them to do when entering bins, maintaining equipment, and preventing the accumulation of fugitive dust because those ...

Fall protection plans don’t stop at harnesses, anchors and other personal protective equipment. They must also include step-by-step instructions for rescue after a fall. Every second counts after a ...

Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities in the workplace. Whether you’re working on scaffolding, ladders, platforms, or elevated equipment, understanding the basics and ...

Gemtor’s product portfolio includes full-body harnesses, lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, anchor slings, escape belts and rescue systems Gemtor marks the fourth strategic add-on for NSA Gemtor was ...

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Point Capital Partners and its portfolio company, National Safety Apparel (“NSA”), are pleased to announce the acquisition of Gemtor, Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer ...

Properly fitting fall arrest harnesses are crucial for effective fall protection and compliance with OSHA standards, especially when workers wear bulky winter clothing. Employers should utilize indoor ...

The Henriksen HLH 3500 rescue boat and liferaft hook has become a key element of a new fall protection system invented by BC Ferries, the Descent Control System (DCS), which is now installed across ...

Brian Thalmann, who farms in Plato, Minn., spent three years contemplating what his new farm shop would look like. He settled on a 100-foot-wide by 220-foot-long structure. A partition wall separates ...

Use fall protection above 6 ft; lapses kill and trigger willful OSHA penalties. Keep a living safety manual: PPE, fall, ladder, emergency roles; update & share across sites. Use JHAs to tailor ...

Per the federal OSHA 1926 standard, construction companies are required to provide safety netting, guardrail or active fall protection systems to any employee exposed to a fall of 6 feet or greater.

In the construction industry, fall hazards are a significant concern, making the safety of workers paramount. One of the key components to ensuring safety on construction sites is the use of properly ...