Studies show that wearing unlined gloves that cover the forearms and are made of the right material can reduce pesticide ...

Recently, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a final rule to require employers subject to construction standards to make available personal ...

It is important for everyone on the job site to understand the importance of PPE, how to check for damage and ensure proper fit. While personal protective equipment is the last line of defense against ...

OSHA’s requirements under the general duty clause state that “each employer shall furnish to each of its employees employment free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death ...

One day when I was conducting an experiment, I had a chemical spill. I was doing everything right. I was wearing proper pants, my lab coat, closed-toe shoes. But when the chemical came onto my body, ...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals across the U.S. have spent more than $3 billion to procure personal protective equipment for worker and patient safety, although PPE costs have steadily ...

I have been in the fire service for more than 35 years, and much has changed. When I was 18 years old and joined my local fire department with all the excitement that comes with it, I attended a ...

In the world of metalworking, the sheet metal industry stands as a cornerstone of modern construction, manufacturing, and engineering. From towering skyscrapers to innovative machinery, sheet metal is ...

Beau Wangtrakuldee wanted to make the medical supply market safer for professionals and more sustainable for the planet. That’s what led her to launch AmorSui, her New York City-based personal ...

Mining is a tough industry—workers regularly contend with extreme conditions, confined spaces, and heavy machinery. In such environments, protective gear isn’t optional; it’s essential. Helmets, boots ...

The use of PPE is often necessary to protect employees from injury or illness caused by exposure to chemicals and other workplace hazards such as: biologicals, radiation, physical, electrical, ...