Training and PPE are critical, but they can’t instantly replace the situational awareness that comes from years in the field. Learn how wearable electrical hazard detection technology helps crews identify hidden dangers sooner, giving workers and supervis
Jun 12, 2026
National Electrical Safety Month, an annual campaign sponsored by the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), each May, aims to increase awareness of electrical hazards and promote safe practices at home and on the job. This blog will go beyond
May 15, 2026
The industry’s protection model of rubber insulating gloves, arc flash clothing, dielectric footwear and established approach distances remains the foundation, but it requires the worker to already know the hazard is there. It activates at the point of co
Apr 21, 2026
A new revision of the American National Standard Institute for the Safety Requirements for Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs) was approved and became effective on August 1, 2023. Manufacturers are now required to conform to this latest revision of the ANSI/AS
Mar 12, 2026
This American Heart Month the message is clear: anyone can save a life. In every cardiac emergency, the real first responder is not always a uniformed professional but often a friend, family member, co-worker, or even a stranger nearby. As a safety profes
Feb 13, 2026
As we step into 2026, the commitment to safety in the workplace remains paramount for companies striving to create secure and healthy environments for their employees. Providing a safe workplace not only decreases the risk of accidents and injuries, but a
Jan 23, 2026
Winter workplace safety is often overlooked during the holidays even though this season brings a sharp rise in serious incidents. From hazards like increased stress/fatigue and slippery floors to overloaded electrical outlets and decoration fires, thousan
Dec 19, 2025
Use this checklist to quickly review the components of your workplace AED program. We recommend that you print it, place it in a visible and accessible location, and refer to it as needed.
Nov 7, 2025
Every year, 10,000 cardiac arrests occur in the workplace according to OSHA. That’s almost 5 people per workhour. When someone suffers sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), they fall to the floor and need immediate life-saving support. Tragically, by the time EMS
Oct 15, 2025
OSHA workplace rules make the use of rubber insulating equipment mandatory, in order to protect workers from electrical shock and arc flash hazards on the job, even when the smallest potential of contact with low or high voltage exists. Employees that wor
Sept 16, 2025
There’s more to picking out the right cut-resistant glove than just choosing the one with the highest cut protection. Different jobs require certain types of protection, and too much protection can hinder performance. It’s important to understand the cut
Aug 15, 2025
Utility workers face dangerous work every day, and especially during the summer months with the outdoor elements presenting additional workplace hazards that can lead to an increase in accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Whether it’s heat stress, prolonge
Jul 15, 2025
