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OSHA’s proposed update of eye and face protection standards could affect older arc flash shields

April 17, 2015

OSHA proposes to update references to include the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard Z87.1-2010, and to change the language in the standards for construction to match the language in both maritime and general industry.

Welding safety: frequently asked questions

April 13, 2015

Q. What is a fume plume? A. The fume plume is the clearly visible column of fume that rises directly from the spot of welding or cutting. Welders and cutters should take precautions to avoid breathing this area directly. Ventilation can direct the plume away from the face.

OSHA moves to update eye, face protection standards

March 19, 2015

OSHA last week issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to update its general industry, shipyard employment, marine terminals, longshoring, and construction eye and face protection standards by incorporating by reference the three most recent versions of the American National Standards Institute Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection standard.

ANSI cut level 4 gloves by Wells Lamont Industrial

March 3, 2015

gloves Y9294 and Y9296 Vis-Tech™ cut-resistant gloves blend high performance fibers and stainless steel to achieve ANSI Level 4 cut resistance.

ANSI high-vis apparel standard set for 2015 update

Maureen Brady

March 3, 2015

From the shopping center parking lot to the school cross-walk to the highway construction zone, you will find workers wearing high-visibility apparel in all kinds of settings.

Erratum issued for ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2014

Standard on workplace first aid kits and supplies

February 17, 2015

It has been brought to International Safety Equipment Association’s (ISEA) attention that ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2014 American National Standard – Minimum Requirements for Workplace First Aid Kits and Supplies contains a measurement conversion error with respect to the US measurement for minimum application for antibiotic and antiseptic supplies.

Wells Lamont Industrial introduces hi-visibility, ANSI Cut Level 4, palm coated gloves

Provides superior protection, comfort and grip

January 27, 2015

Wells Lamont Industrial, a worldwide leader and US manufacturer of hand and arm protection, introduces two new palm dipped gloves for greater hand protection. The new Y9294 and Y9296 Vis-Tech™ cut resistant gloves are manufactured using a unique blend of high performance fibers and stainless steel to achieve ANSI Level 4 cut resistance.

Test your competency: Answers from fall protection experts

Craig Firl Jim Hutter

January 5, 2015

To help keep workers safe on the job, it’s crucial for safety managers to serve as go-to resources with a well-rounded, practical understanding of fall protection

Reviewing ANSI requirements for self-retracting devices

Marty Sharp

November 3, 2014

The latest ANSI standard relating to this device is ANSI Z359.14-2012, “safety requirements for self-retracting devices”. This standard supersedes the requirements found in ANSI Z359.1 and Z359.4.