Articles by M.B. Sutherland

Innovations in cut-resistant work gloves solve common problems

Cutting-edge answers

February 7, 2019

The safety industry continues to make strides in the materials and technology used to create cut-resistant gloves, sleeves, and clothing. PPE that used to be made of stiff fabric that trapped heat and moisture is now available in a variety of materials that are more comfortable with each new innovation.

Medical insights on hand injuries

Gloves mitigate the risks of crushes, pinching, blows & burns

M.B. Sutherland

December 4, 2018

We sat down with Dr. Joshua Alpert, an orthopedic surgeon at Midwest Bone & Joint Institute in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, to talk about the ins and outs of hand injuries. He helped us to understand why hand injuries can be particularly serious and what recovery from an injury looks like.

Protective clothing for extreme environments doesn’t have to be uncomfortable

No need to be miserable

M.B. Sutherland

October 8, 2018

While protecting against a hazard is your first and most obvious concern when choosing protective clothing, it might be just as important to consider the environment. If workers are uncomfortable, they can be tempted to cut corners on safety.

Add fun & creativity to your training program

Stop preaching & lecturing

M.B. Sutherland

July 24, 2018

Standard teaching techniques apply to all types of learning. But safety training exists on a level of its own given the life and death stakes involved. While safety professionals need to find teaching ideas that work, many find themselves falling back on the same tired slide presentations.

Custom-made PPE solves many challenges

Made to order

M.B. Sutherland

June 7, 2018

When you’re looking to protect workers from a common job hazard, your course is clear. You call your safety sales rep, or maybe even just jump on the internet to look for what you need.

The future of glove technology could involve coreless yarn

M.B. Sutherland

February 6, 2018

Every year work gloves and sleeves improve to offer stronger protection with higher cut resistance and better insulation from heat. And while these innovations are crucial to safety, another equally important aspect of protection is comfort.