“Protecting workers is what inspires GlenGuard every day to engineer comfortable and durable performance AR/FR fabrics for workwear. Although it’s a voluntary standard, all of our GlenGuard fabrics meet NFPA 70E requirements because GlenGuard believes that NFPA 70E is critical in the avoidance of unnecessary workplace injuries and fatalities.” – GlenGuard, (336) 227-6211 www.glenguard.com IMPORTANT TO…
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By Jason Moore, CESCP, Contributor While the value of preventive maintenance has long been known, it comes with an unfortunate financial reality and often requires facility outages impacting production. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has historically identified these activities as Recommended Practice, however, effective January 16th, 2023, NFPA has progressed this document to be…
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By Dean Austin, Contributor Safety in the workplace is multi-faceted. There are frequently different hazards encountered with each specific type of job or task. A safe working environment is required by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), Section 5 (a). This section tells employers that they are to provide a work environment that is…
Read More >>By George T. Cole, Contributor Ever since electricity was first harnessed as a clean, affordable, reliable, and efficient form of energy, it has brought about untold improvements to the quality of life for countless people around the world for nearly a century and a half. However, no different than any technological advancements, electrical energy too…
Read More >>By Dave Hernandez, Contributor As an engineering consultant specializing in arc flash studies, it is essential to understand the professional engineering licensure requirements governing this field. Conducting arc flash studies involves assessing electrical power systems for potential hazards, calculating incident energy levels, and implementing appropriate safety measures to mitigate the risks associated with arc flash…
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Contributed by Grace Technologies Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures are crucial for ensuring electrical safety in the workplace while complying with NFPA 70E and OSHA standards. Compliance with LOTO regulations not only protects employees but also helps companies avoid costly citations and accidents. In this article, we will delve into the significance of LOTO safety, discuss best…
Read More >>How can NFPA 70E help employers comply with OSHA’s CFR 1910.333 Standard? NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, provides guidance, such as determining the severity of potential exposure, planning safe work practices, arc flash labeling, and selecting personal protective equipment. What must an employer’s Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices include? An employer’s Electrical…
Read More >>Over the past few years, a number of FR/AR fabrics have come to market. Why is it important to buy a brand-name fabric certified to testing standards? There is more than one set of testing standards to consider. Buying a brand-name fabric certified to thermal hazard standards is of the highest importance to protect the…
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By Tim Piemonte, Contributor Fatalities are everyone’s worst nightmare. Naturally, companies say they will do anything to prevent them. However, despite code compliance and even the best of intentions, serious injuries and fatalities continue to occur each year. Because human error is inevitable, personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety training are not effective when relied…
Read More >>But If We Do, Workers Must Be Protected. By Kevin Pietras, Contributor Electrification is a critical part of any plan to cool the planet and would quickly cut the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere by curtailing our reliance on fossil fuels. That’s why local governments around the U.S. are now placing bans1 on natural…
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Leaders in Electrical Safety
• Aramark
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• Enespro
• Ericson
• I-Gard Corporation
• IRISS
• KERMEL, INC.
• Lakeland Industries
• MELTRIC Corporation
• National Safety Apparel
• National Technology Transfer
• Oberon
• Saf-T-Gard
• SEAM Group
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