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Anti-Fog Coatings on Safety Eyewear

Posted by Medsafe on Feb 12, 2019 9:02:00 AM
Fogging is the number one cause of workers not wearing or removing their safety glasses - and wearing safety eyewear at all times is the only way to ensure eye protection in hazardous environments. During cold weather, moving from outdoors to inside and back again can cause lenses to fog. Workers in hot humid ... Read More
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Topics: Facility Safety, PPE, Safety is Easy, Safety Eyewear, eye protection, Anti-Fog Coating

Safety is Easy...if you use some Common Sense

Posted by Medsafe on Aug 22, 2018 10:24:00 AM
We all make decisions every day during routine life activities that may seem inconsequential; but are, arguably, matters of life and death. Should I read or respond to this text message now, or wait until I’ve gotten to my destination and parked the car?  Can I make it across the street with only seven seconds left on ... Read More
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Topics: Safety is Easy, Fall Protection Systems,, Fall Protection, PPE

Safety is Easy...if you have the right tools for the job...

Posted by Medsafe on Aug 15, 2018 10:10:00 AM
Anyone that took 8th grade shop is familiar with the phrase, “Measure twice, cut once”.  That axiom serves as a simple reminder to do the job accurately and correctly the FIRST time.  Likewise, anyone that has ever done their own plumbing knows that every project includes multiple mandatory visits to your favorite ... Read More
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Topics: Safety is Easy, Fall Protection Systems,, Fall Protection, PPE

Safety is Easy...if you Visualize the Outcome

Posted by Medsafe on Aug 8, 2018 12:28:00 PM
There are two viral catch phrases that are inevitably followed by disaster. The first; and most common, “What’s the worst that could happen?”, is typically associated with brilliant moves like deciding to date your ex-wife (or husband) ten years after the divorce was settled. The results: shockingly predictable. The ... Read More
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Topics: Safety is Easy, Fall Protection Systems,, Fall Protection, PPE

Safety is Easy...Until You Fall

Posted by Medsafe on Aug 1, 2018 10:01:00 AM
You may or may not have noticed, but here at Medsafe, we believe that Safety is Easy. At least, it should be. That includes everything. Whatever object, practice, or philosophy you are currently employing to keep your personal parts free from unsolicited alteration should be simple, and easy to institute.  Most PPE is ... Read More
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Topics: Safety is Easy, Fall Protection Systems,, Fall Protection, PPE

Heat Stress 101

Posted by Medsafe on May 2, 2018 11:17:45 AM
Questions and Answers About Common Heat Stress Illnesses and Preventative Measures  Heat is a hazard, and working in extreme temperatures can lead to a variety of heat-related illnesses (HRI's). HRI's are entirely preventable, but in order to effectively mitigate the risks, it is important to be familiar with symptoms ... Read More
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Topics: Heat Stress, Electrolytes, Outdoor Hazards, PPE

Heat Stress, and the Dangers of On-The-Job Dehydration

Posted by Medsafe on Apr 25, 2018 12:49:50 PM
Dizziness, Disorientation, Loss of Consciousness... Everyone knows staying hydrated is important. But not everyone really understands what's in store for them if they let dehydration take over. Fluids are essential for regulating body temperature, lubricating joints and eyes, facilitating proper digestion, and ... Read More
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Topics: Heat Stress, Electrolytes, Outdoor Hazards, PPE

Honeywell Uvex Avatar [Video]

Posted by Medsafe on Dec 14, 2017 11:53:15 AM
Eye protection will never be the same! Read More
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Topics: eye protection, PPE

Fall Protection: Does Your Company Have a Fall Rescue Plan?

Posted by Medsafe on Dec 5, 2017 10:30:00 AM
Fall protection is a hot topic on most jobsites these days, and rightfully so.  The dangers of working at height should not be taken lightly.  Employers are required to train their workers, provide them with the equipment, and show them how to use it.  But fall protection training doesn’t end there.  Workers also need ... Read More
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Topics: Fall Protection, PPE

Horizontal Lifeline Systems Video

Posted by Medsafe on Nov 14, 2017 11:30:00 AM
Does your work site lack existing anchor points for proper worker tie-offs? If so, a horizontal lifeline system might be the answer to your problems.  But choosing effective and compliant fall protection equipment can be an intimidating task, especially when horizontal lifelines are so versatile. These systems can be ... Read More
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Topics: Fall Protection, PPE

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