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Top products of the week

January 26, 2020

A hardhat that’s so stylish it’s being called a “masterpiece,” eye protection workers actually want to wear, a compact but powerful headlamp and a rechargeable personal flashlight were the top occupational safety and health products featured on ISHN.com this week.

From Dentec Safety Specialists: The next generation of eye protection

"We have learned what the worker wants"

January 23, 2020

Claudio Dente, President of Dentec Safety Specialists, is happy to announce the latest developments in eye protection. Mr. Dente remarked, “Our new line has been designed with the worker in mind right from the start. Worker acceptance is key to a company’s safety program and we have learned what the worker wants.”

HYTEST safety footwear launches FootRests® 2.0 Tread Hiker and Mission Zipper Boot in January 2020

Footwear manufacturer releases light industrial unisex styles

January 17, 2020

For the Spring 2020 season, HYTEST Safety Footwear will debut the FootRests® 2.0 Tread Hiker and Mission Zipper Boot: two new light industrial styles that deliver on- the-job grip protection, and comfort, available now on Hytest.com.

New retail website launch

January 10, 2020

Jan 6th, 2020 marked the official launch of our brand-new True North Gear® retail website. Both the True North and DragonWear brand sites will be merged under one parent website to create an enhanced online shopping experience. The new retail website will allow customers to order products online directly from True North and DragonWear.

Votel named Vice Chair of International Safety Equipment Association

January 8, 2020

Tom Votel, President and CEO of Ergodyne, was named Vice Chair of the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) at the group’s annual meeting in Arlington, Virginia in November. Votel will lead ISEA alongside the newly appointed chairman of the board, Craig Wallentine, Global Business Development Manager, DuPont Safety & Construction (Retired).

Not so fast: "OSHA-compliant" headphone claims are false

January 7, 2020

A quick online search of hearing protection/headphones using the term, “OSHA-compliant” invariably returns a list of various devices offering different features, such as: OSHA-compliant Bluetooth Hearing Protection; OSHA-compliant Professional Hearing Protection; OSHA-compliant Wireless Noise Reduction In-Ear Headphones; OSHA-compliant Noise Isolating Earbuds. The problem?

New product announcement:

Caliber™ cut-resistant goatskin gloves from Cordova Safety Products

January 7, 2020

The newest additions to the CALIBER™ glove line from Cordova Safety Products feature soft grain goatskin leather with 360-degree ANSI Cut Level A5 protection. The unique cut & sewn HPPE/Steel linings match the construction of the leather outer providing better comfort and flexibility.

PPE asset tags: Keeping a digital eye on safety equipment

Tina Huff JoAnn Mrgich

January 7, 2020

Why is it important to digitally track PPE? Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a vital part of workplace safety. By digitally tracking long-term PPE more efficiently and effectively, it’s possible to maintain safety and compliance goals while reducing resources spent managing your PPE program.

Inspect FR clothing for wear & tear

Repair or replace?

Rick Pedley

January 1, 2020

Flame-resistant (FR) doesn’t last forever. Since FR clothing can be expensive to replace, it’s usually best to repair these garments whenever possible. But if your FR clothing is beyond repair, your only choice will be to replace these garments.

Assess & control fall risks

Eliminating hazards is the first line of defense

Zach Pucillo

January 1, 2020

Fall protection has been the number one most frequently cited OSHA violation for several years now, which means, worksites simply are not understanding the need to keep employees upright. Employers continue to take significant unnecessary “risk” when it comes to workplace slips, trips and falls by not taking the appropriate measures in evaluating their worksites.