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December 13, 2024 | Posted by MICRO

Department of Labor Finalizes Rule On Proper Fit Requirements For PPE

Tada Images – stock.adobe.com WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor announced that its Occupational Safety and Health Administration has finalized a revision to the personal protective equipment standard for construction. The final rule explicitly requires the equipment to properly fit any construction...

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May 25, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

12 Types of Hand Protection Gloves (and How to Choose the Right One)

When selecting a safety glove, the fit, function, and required level of protection all have to be taken into consideration.

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April 13, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: What To Know About the More Than $350 Billion in Funding for State and Local Governments

As part of the ongoing health and economic recovery effort from the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States Congress has passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

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March 26, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

The Basic Types of Respirators – And How to Select the Right One for Your Workplace

Respirators are a critical piece of personal protection equipment, and using the wrong type can have serious consequences.

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March 26, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

How often should I replace my respirator cartridge/filter?

First, let’s get the obvious out of the way. You should change your filter if it ever goes past its stated expiration date.

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September 14, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Webinar: EHS Compliance in the New Normal of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has created many questions and challenges for companies seeking to implement environmental, health and safety programs, ranging from OSHA’s COVID-19 recordkeeping requirements to EPA’s temporary enforcement policy.

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June 23, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

What is the difference between Type R, Type O, and Type P high-visibility safety vests?

Visibility is a critical issue for worker safety, particularly when workers are performing tasks near moving vehicles or equipment.

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June 19, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

It’s Not All About Fluids: 5 Factors That Can Lead to Dehydration

You could be forgiven for thinking that the only way to prevent dehydration is to drink fluids.

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June 12, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Focus on Safety People, Not Safety Numbers

Focusing on safety data over people is a common cause of frustration among employees. I see this all too often – we focus on numbers and use them to influence people.

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June 12, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Safety Glove Materials: What They Mean and What to Look For

Strong, precise, adaptable, but also fragile – hands are our number one tool. Workers’ hands, however, are exposed to all manner of hazards on the work site. Proper protection is a must.

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