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QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN SELECTING A SAFETY PARTNER

COLD WEATHER SAFETY TIPS pg 34

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9 WORKPLACE

SAFETY SECRETS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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ST THE MIONJURIES N O COMM CTING OUR AFFE OOPS TR P2 2

Product Reviews Safety by the Numbers Around & About & Much More!

PROVIDES THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO Arbill’s | Safer Every Day 1 KEEP YOUR EMPLOYEES SAFE

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CONTENT

A R B I L L’ S S A F E R E V E RY D AY M A G A Z I N E | S U M M E R 2 0 1 8

Arbill’s Safer Every Day issue 8, volume 2 winter 2018

PUBLISHER

Julie Copeland

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Robyn Zlotkin

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF David Gerhardt

ART DIRECTOR Julie Lazarus

ADVERTISING DESIGN Bill Gabriele

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Selecting a safety partner

07 Get a Grip on Hand Protection Steps to develop an effective hand safety program

42 Product Reviews New and innovative products to keep your workers safe

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Six Questions You Need to Ask Before You Do.

46 Protect Your Hands and Fight the Cold Reduce winter-related hand injuries with the right gloves

19 Focus on Eye and Ear Protection What you need to know to keep your employees safe

50 Safety by the Numbers Think you know safety? Put your knowledge to the test

24 The Most Common Injuries That Affect Our Troops… And They Don’t Come From Weapons

52 Comfort With Disposable Protective Clothing

Learn how to drive compliance through comfort

26 9 Workplace Safety Secrets

56 Arbill's Manufacturing Day: Here

Insights to make your workplace safer

60 Around and About Spreading the word about workplace safety

You Need to Know

34 Cold Weather Safety Tips When Working Outdoors

Essential tips—perfect for a toolbox talk

Is What You Missed

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Letter from Arbill’s CEO

HELLO!

JULIE COPEL AND Twitter: @arbill

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ELCOME BACK TO Safer Every Day. With months of winter weather to deal with, if you haven’t completed your preparations to protect your employees for winter, now is the time... and Safer Every Day is ready to help!

We have packed this issue with useful, practical and proven approaches to assure your employees make it through the winter injury-free. We have also included featured stories on topics that are sure to resonate with you – including hand protection, how to select a safety partner, and workplace secrets you need to know.

You will also find our popular OSHA by the numbers quiz, Arbill Around and About and product reviews.

While this is now our ninth issue, we remain committed to providing you with the safety information needed to assist you in your pursuit of zero injuries. With this in mind, we want to hear from you regarding topics and content that you want us to include. To share your thoughts, click here to access our suggestions page.

I look forward to your feedback and learning that the content in this issue helps make your workplace safer.

Have a safe day!

Regards,

Julie Copeland CEO, Arbill 3 THINGS YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS ISSUE

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Protect Your Hands and Fight the Cold Strategies to make the harsh winter more bearable.

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Cold Weather Safety Tips Proven advice on protecting yourself from the cold you wish you knew years ago.

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Selecting A Safety Partner Don’t choose a vendor. Choose a partner – ask these questions

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Hand injuries can be serious and costly for both employees and employers.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 250,000 serious injuries to fingers, hands and wrists each year. Hand injuries are the second most injured body part that leads to days away from work (back injuries are number one) with an average of 6 lost work days per year.

Get a Grip on Hand

Protection // B Y J O H N S I T A R S K I

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HAND INJURY

Work-related hand and wrist injuries amount to $740 million per year in emergency room costs and the average hand injury claim has exceeded $6,000, with individual workers’ compensation claims reaching nearly $7,500, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and National Safety Council.

Hands are two of the most valuable and widely used tools in the workplace and proper protection is essential to ensure they remain safe from on-the-job hazards. When developing your glove safety program there are five important steps you must take: 1

Perform a Proper PPE Hazard Analysis

Know the different types of gloves for each specific job 2

Ensure gloves fit properly and that employees are wearing them correctly 3

CHEMICAL EXPOSURE: Use chemical resistant gloves as recommended by SDS. Consider the type of chemical, duration of contact and the area requiring protection.

DULL EDGES, SPLINTERS, ETC Leather KNIVES Kevla, steel mesh, Dyneema gloves TEMPERATURE EXTREMES - HEAT: Leather glvoes, Kevlar glvoes, welder’s glvoes TEMPERATURE EXTREMES - COLD: Leather glvoes, insulated gloves BLOOD: Disposable chemical gloves PRODUCT CONTAMINATION: Low lint, nylon or disposable gloves ANIMAL BITES: Leather

Inspect gloves and perform proper maintenance

EXPOSURE TO ELECTRICAL CURRENT: Electrical protective gloves / insulated rubber gloves

Stay up to date on changing standards and regulations

SHARP TOOLS, MACHINE PARTS ETC.: Cut resistant gloves

PPE HAZARD ANALYSIS n important step in proper glove selection is to perform a proper PPE hazard analysis. This analysis determines which hazards exist in your facility and helps determine which gloves are necessary for the specific risks your employees face. When selecting the proper glove be sure to consider grip requirements, size and comfort and abrasion/resistance requirements.

Below is a list of some basic hazards to use when conducting your hazard analysis.

MATERIAL HANDLING: Leather gloves, mechanics gloves

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ROUGH OBJECTS: General purpose work gloves, leather gloves Reassessment of the workplace should be conducted when new equipment or processes are introduced that could create new or additional hazards. Once the analysis is completed it should include a statement of certification with the name, date and signature of the person(s) completing the inspection. If necessary, new

training must be completed and accident records should be reviewed to determine the suitability of previously selected PPE. DIFFERENT TYPES OF GLOVES AND THEIR APPLICATIONS hen it comes to choosing a safety glove, there is much to consider and it is important to remember that no single glove can protect against all hazards or substances.

Gloves are designed to protect hands from specific hazards and it is essential that employers and employees know which gloves are suitable for their tasks. Proper glove selection is important to remain compliant with OSHA and to protect workers from injury.

Innovations in glove materials and technology have resulted in the creation of a wide variety of gloves that can be used in many different ways.

There are gloves designed to resist chemicals, protect from cuts, guard against electric shock and other hazards. Gloves made to protect from the cold

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and heat and reinforced coated gloves for added protection and other applications.

Below is a breakdown of the different types of gloves and their capabilities.

CHEMICAL /LIQUID RESISTANT GLOVES: Several types of gloves help protect against specific chemicals. In order for gloves to be completely chemical or liquid proof versus just chemical and liquid resistant the gloves must be fully coated.

NATURAL LATEX/RUBBER GLOVES: Glove that protects against water solutions or acids, alkalis, salts and ketones. Although these gloves offer permeation resistance they will blister when in contact with petroleum based products. Latex gloves can be manufactured to increase the gripping surface and because they are inexpensive they can be disposable if necessary.

Wearing any glove reduces the risk of hand injury by 27 percent, according to OSHA. NITRILE RUBBER GLOVES: Resists grease, oil and other petroleum-based products BUTYL RUBBER GLOVES – Protects against nitric acid, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid and peroxide.

NEOPRENE GLOVES – Offer excellent chemical resistant properties including protection from hydraulic fluids, gasoline, alcohols and organic aids. These gloves are often thicker and heavier.

CUT-RESISTANT GLOVES – Used when workers are at risk to be sliced or cut by equipment or products being handled. Some of the types of cut-resistant materials include Kevlar, Dyneema, Dyneema Diamond, metal or mesh. Kevlar and Dyneema can be blended with Lycra to provide a form fitting glove and are coated to ensure a safer grip.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD GLOVES – These gloves should be used at all times when working on general electric equipment and provide added protection against electrical shocks. Electrical hazard gloves are rated by section 70E of the NFPA and are classified based on the amount of voltage that a worker might be exposed to.

COTTON AND FABRIC GLOVES – These can keep hands clean and protect against abrasions, but may not be strong enough to handle work with rough or sharp materials.

LEATHER PALM GLOVES – Provide protection against abrasion and puncture hazards and are made of durable cotton or canvas with leather palms and fingers.

COLD RESISTANT GLOVES - These gloves keep hands warm when dealing with wet and cold conditions and often have different types of lining inside the glove: 10 Arbill’s | Safer Every Day

ACRYLIC – Provides warmth and insulation FLEECE – A brushed cotton lining that provides warmth and comfort FOAM – A synthetic foam padding liner for flexibility and fit in the cold PILE – A synthetic wool liner for durability and a little extra warmth THINSULATE – A micro fiber insulation for exceptional warmth even when damp HEAT RESISTANT GLOVES – These gloves are flame resistant, high heat resistant, convection heat resistant or all three. Lower heat resistant gloves are made with terry cloth similar to kitchen towels or pot holders. More advanced heat resistant gloves contain Kevlar blends, aluminized properties and newer technology such as carbon x fibers.

WELDING GLOVES – Made of leather, commonly available in MIG and stick models. A special feature of these gloves is welted seams sewn with Kevlar fibers, which are five times stronger than steel and flame heat resistant.

HIGH-VISIBILITY GLOVES – These gloves provide increased visibility and are available in safety orange or lime colors and come in day or nighttime versions. The nighttime versions have retro-reflective patches or elements to reflect light.

MECHANICS GLOVES – (used by workers other than mechanics as well) Made of hybrid and composite materials, including leather, synthetic leather, and other materials. These gloves are thin which allows for high dexterity and are very durable with a variety of versions and looks available.

IMPORTANCE OF ENSURING THE PROPER GLOVE FIT AND USE fter the gloves have been selected and hazards have been identified it is important to get employees involved in the process and let them test out the gloves for themselves. If workers believe that the gloves slow them down or are uncomfortable they will be less likely to wear them. In fact, 70 percent of workers who experienced hand injuries were not wearing gloves and those injured who did wear gloves were either not wearing the proper glove or wearing it incorrectly.

Wearing the proper glove is one of the most effective hand protection safety programs a company can have. In fact, wearing any glove reduces the risk of hand injury by 27 percent, according to OSHA. This stat illustrates the importance of ensuring the proper fit. To do this you should take the time to measure new employee’s hands for gloves and measure again whenever safety gloves are replaced. To find the correct size use a tape measure (in inches) and measure the width of your dominant hand from the base of your fist finger and across your knuckles. Use a sizing table if needed to translate between letter (S, M, L, XL) and numbers as manufacturers use both to indicate size. (see charts below) In addition to identifying the proper size, it is

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important for employees to try on the gloves and see how they feel. If the glove feels cumbersome or decreases dexterity or is too constrictive and causes perspiration it is not the correct fit.

Properly fitted work gloves should feel comfortable while allowing for maximum dexterity without compromising protection. When gloves fit properly employees become comfortable wearing them and are less likely to find excuses not to wear them.

REGULARLY INSPECT AND PERFORM PROPER GLOVE MAINTENANCE nce the proper fit has been determined and the correct glove has been selected it is important to perform regular inspections to avoid glove failure. In some cases, gloves will only last for a few days (varies depending on the type of glove and material) and cleaning certain types of gloves is not always practical or cost effective.

If gloves can be cleaned it is important that the laundering process removes all contaminants while maintaining the integrity of the gloves.

Another way to prevent glove failure is to use a change out schedule which minimizes overuse of a single pair of gloves. Inspections should take place prior to gloves being used and they should be immediately replaced if any damage or degradation is found.

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HAND INJURY STAY UP TO DATE ON CHANGING STANDARDS nother area employers and employees must stay up to date on are changing standards and regulations from OSHA and other regulatory bodies. It is important to understand what is required in order to remain compliant while also protecting employees.

One recent example is the updated changes to the ANSI Cut Level scale. The new method for establishing cut levels in the United States is called ASTM F2992-15. This method provides expanded classification levels and has established a 9-level scale. This new scale is expressed as A1-A9 and covers 0-6,000 grams and higher of cut resistance.

These new levels are more specific than the former guide and provide additional details. The updates are designed to help PPE buyers identify

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the correct level of cut resistance for their needs.

PUTTING TOGETHER A PROPER GLOVE SAFETY PROGRAM s you can see there are many factors to consider when putting together an effective glove safety program. First perform a PPE hazard analysis to identify hazards in your workplace. Secondly, understand the types of gloves available and their proper use. Third ensure the gloves selected are the proper fit and are worn correctly. Once gloves are in use, regularly inspect them to protect against glove failure. Lastly, stay up to date on changing standards and regulations to ensure compliance.

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BREAKDOWN OF OLD ANSI CUT LEVEL VS. NEW ANSI CUT LEVEL ANSI/ISEA 105 (2005/2011)

ANSI/ISEA 105 (2005/2011)

WEIGHT (GRAMS) NEED TO CUT THRU MATERIAL:

WEIGHT (GRAMS) NEED TO CUT THRU MATERIAL: ASTM F2992/F2992M-15 (20 MM OF BLADE TRAVEL)

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Selecting A Safety Partner?

Six Questions You Need to Ask Before You Do. // DAVID GERHARDT

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LL COMPANIES, regardless of their industry, share one thing in common; their most valuable asset is their employees. But how do you make sure you are doing all you can to protect your most valuable asset?

If you are like most conscientious firms, your search to find the ideal safety partner – preferably a comprehensive single-source safety supplier – will include creating a short list of potential organizations who claim they are the perfect company to help you protect your

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co-workers. The problem is that no two safety providers are the same.

As a result, finding the right partner can be challenging.

To assist you in making the proper choice in your safety selection process, we created a list of six essential questions to ask during your vetting process. When you ask these same questions to each potential partner, not only are all prospective safety providers competing on an even playing field, but a comparison of their answers will make it clear which is the right safety partner for your company.

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Will your safety partner provide a comprehensive solution, including EH&S, administrative control and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

There are a plethora of companies who will sell you PPE or claim to do safety training. You can even find companies who will come to your facility and conduct a safety audit.

The problem with dealing with multiple companies to provide your safety needs is that this approach is disjointed.

To have a truly effective safety program, you need a safety partner who can provide a comprehensive safety solution. Which includes assessing your current safety needs and risks as well as creating, documenting and implementing a safety program. In addition, you need to support that program with the proper PPE and training to reduce workplace incidents.

Without an end-to-end safety solution that can supplement and help you improve upon the safety measures you already have in place, not only is your team at risk of noncompliance, but the length of time needed to update your safety plan is greatly increased. Moreover, the overall cost of your program is likely to be significantly higher when you deal with multiple providers, as opposed to just one.

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Does your safety partner manufacture their own line of PPE? While it is true many safety companies sell the same national brands, the differentiator is safety partners who manufacture their own line of PPE, not those who simply rebrand their current line with the logo of a safety company.

One benefit of working with a safety partner who manufacture’s is the ability to customize product to your specific needs. If a customized glove with attributes not on the market would enhance safety at your facility, a safety partner with manufacturing capability can deliver this glove. This type of flexibility to custom design products and invest in research and development is not offered by traditional safety product distributors.

Other benefits of buying a safety partner’s own line of PPE include getting the same and sometimes higher quality as the national brands, but at a lower cost.

Several factors influence these lower costs, including lower overhead, no advertising expenses, vertical integration with similar products and lower shipping costs by eliminating the wholesaler.

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Does your safety partner have multiple distribution centers across the country to reduce delivery time?

Having the right safety products when you need them is a critical component of keeping your workers safe. Working with a safety partner that has multiple distribution centers across the country assures decreased shipping times and that your safety-related orders will arrive on time.

To eliminate the wait time for your safety products altogether, ask your safety provider if they have the ability to create an onsite storeroom at your facility.

On a related note, ask your safety partner about their inventory control system, where their customer service call center is located (is it based in the United States?), as well as fill rates. These are all factors you should be considering when selecting your safety partner.

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Is your safety partner more interested in “selling stuff” or creating a culture of safety within your organization?

When speaking to a potential safety partner, it will be easy to determine if they are simply interested in selling you product or are truly interested in keeping your colleagues safe. When they focus on sale items, lesser quality products, discounts on overstocked merchandise, and so on, you know they are not Arbill’s | Safer Every Day 15

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nearly as interested in the safety of your colleagues as they are in moving product.

The reality is, while paying the lowest cost for PPE might appear to help your bottom line today, it is only when a comprehensive culture of safety is created that your company can expect real savings. Savings that greatly exceed the couple of cents you may receive on each pair of a bulk glove order. You should be striving for real and significant savings that come from lower incident rates, lower workers’ comp claims and happier employees.

A safety partner who can aid you in selecting the best PPE for the job will save you money as well. For example, if you are purchasing lesser quality products, it’s possible the price per piece is lower, but you are going to be using greater quantities throughout the day because of a decrease in quality. As a result, what might appear to be savings, actually will end up costing you more money in the long run.

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Will your safety partner guarantee that they can create and help implement a plan that will reduce the number of incidents at your location(s)?

It is important to ensure your safety partner has a proven track record in reducing the number of incidents across an organization and, in turn, reducing the expense associated with keeping your workplace safe. You can judge the confidence of your safety partner to reduce your incident rates by their ability to put skin in the game and offer a money back guarantee if they don’t reduce incidents by at least 10%. Then, and only then, will you know you are working with a true safety partner who is invested in the process to help your workers stay safe while reducing the costs associated with safety.

It’s no longer enough to simply purchase the right type of PPE. You need a safety partner who will work with you to identify opportunities for improvement, demonstrate proven strategies to reduce incidents and then provide you with documented cost savings reports. Is your safety partner a trusted advisor who is not trying to “sell” you, but instead “guide” you with options that work best for your organization? Such a relationship will not only help you keep your workers protected, but it will also save you money.

This type of relationship is ideal because it satisfies the needs of the procurement office who is trying to reduce costs while also serving the needs of the safety director who needs to reduce incidents.

Is your safety partner committed to protecting your most valuable assets (employees) by recognizing the social impact of a safe working environment – including that human life is priceless?

To some safety companies, it’s a numbers game. Sell, or re-sell, as many products as possible to make sales quotas. While other “catalog” companies offer safety items, safety is clearly not their expertise. They consider safety just another product line, not unlike paint brushes or screws.

You and your workers deserve better. You deserve to work with safety professionals who want to partner with you, who desire to understand your unique needs, work with you and your workers to find the best solutions, and partner with you to drive down injuries and your overall costs.

Having a safety partner who can not only provide your team with the proper PPE but employs a staff of full-time EH&S professionals you can trust, will ensure you are compliant and will actually lower your injury rates.

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If, after your exhaustive search to find the right safety partner, you are no closer to selecting a firm than when you started, let this mantra guide you: “Work with a company that is passionate about safety and helping your workers get home safely every day.”

At Arbill, we invest our expertise to help organizations, like yours, keep workers safe. As a company dedicated to worker protection, we see the probability for the most disabling workplace injuries and illnesses… and we focus on preventing them.

Injuries and fatalities in the workplace weigh heavily on workers and their families, employers and everyone involved in the process. These injuries and fatalities often bring hardship and suffering, down time and increased costs. We know from published statistics that more than three million workers are seriously injured each

year. For many of these workers, the injuries are devastating – physically, emotionally, and financially.

At Arbill, we envision a future in which every worker makes it home safely, every day. Working together, we WILL reduce injuries in your workplace. That’s our mission. That's how we can help you combat the rising costs of injuries... and, most importantly, protect your workers.

Proper training, education and EH&S services, along with appropriate safety products can significantly reduce, if not eliminate, these injuries along with the associated cost burden. Let Arbill help you reach your goal of “0” injuries this year while growing a culture of safety within your organization.

Contact your Arbill representative today to schedule your safety audit or visit www.arbill. com for more information.

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ye injuries in the workplace are very common, with about 20,000 eye injuries occurring each year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). About one third of these injuries are treated in hospital emergency departments and often require one or more days of lost work. Eye injuries not only cause pain and suffering, but the costs are more than eye opening, adding up to $300 million annually in worker compensation, medical expenses, and lost production time, according to OSHA.

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FOCUS: EYES PROTECTION EYE HAZARDS AND INJURIES

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ye injuries range from simple eyestrain to severe

trauma that can cause permanent damage, vision loss and blindness. Common causes of eye injuries include, flying objects, tools, particles, exposure to chemicals and other hazards. Due to the potential for vision loss, it is important to recognize the signs of an eye injury and get help right away. If a person has obvious pain or trouble seeing, has a cut or torn eyelid, the eye has unusual pupil size or shape, there is blood in the clear part of the eye, or there is something in the eye or under the eyelid that can’t easily be removed, seek medical help right away.

One of the most important things you can do to protect your employees and prevent eye injuries is provide appropriate protective eyewear and ensure your employees wear it. This tactic can help prevent more than 90 percent of serious eye injuries.

It is key for employees to wear protective eyewear whenever there is a chance for injury. This includes anyone working or passing through areas that pose

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potential eye hazards.

Eyewear should be compliant with OSHA regulations, and selected based on the hazards that exist in your workplace. Goggles, face shields, safety glasses or full-face respirators must be used when an eye hazard exists and should fit each individual properly, while providing appropriate protection for the hazards present.

IMPORTANCE OF QUALITY AND COMFORT

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hen selecting your eye protection it is essential

to provide protective eyewear that is compliant with ANSI/International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) Z87.1, UL and other applicable eye protection standards that cover protective spectacles, goggles and visors.

Eye protection should guard against hazards, while also providing comfort. This is a critical factor in employee acceptance and compliance. Look for comfort features such as flexible width sizes, an adjustable nose bridge and ratcheting temple hinges, which enable the wearer to customize the fit and lens angle.

SAFETY GLASSES

Safety glasses shield the eyes from impact hazards such as flying fragments, objects, large chips and particles. The frames are constructed of metal and/or plastic and can be fitted with either prescription or non-prescription lenses.

Specialty lenses such as AntiFog or Polarized, offer additional protection in specific environments. Anti-Fog lenses, like those used in Hydroshield glasses, provide added protection to prevent fogging, which is often caused by changing temperatures. Polarized lenses are excellent for outside work, reducing glare and eyestrain while improving contrast and visual clarity.

SAFETY GOGGLES

Safety goggles shield the eyes from impact hazards and fit the face immediately surrounding the eyes, forming a protective seal. This prevents objects from entering under or around the goggles. Safety goggles are available with removable lenses and may incorporate prescription lenses mounted behind protective lenses.

There are two types of safety goggle frames, eyecup and cover. Eyecup frames cover the eye sockets completely, while cover safety goggles may be worn over corrective spectacles without disturbing them. Each of these goggles offer ventilation options, which

allow air circulation while providing protection against airborne particles, dust, liquids or light. Direct and indirect ventilation prevents fogging and some protection from chemical splash entry, while non-ventilated goggles prevent splash entry but may fog and require cleaning.

FACE SHIELDS

Face shields protect the entire face or portions of it from impact hazards, and must be used in combination with safety glasses or goggles to ensure the eyes are protected.

Face shields consist of two parts, the windows and the headgear, which are available in various combinations.

Face shield windows extend from the brow to below the chin and across the

entire width of the face and are available in either removable or lift-front designs. Plastic windows protect against light impact, may include a glass insert and are available clear or filtered. Wire screen windows protect against moderate impact, may include a plastic/glass insert and are not recommended for use involving chemical or liquid hazards.

Headgear supports the window shield and secures the device to the head.

Adjustable headgear includes straps that allow users to manipulate the size of the headgear to ensure the proper fit, and allows face shields to be shared. Another option is to use hard hats with face shields. These may have a window shield mounted under the visor of the hat, and works with plastic, wire-screen, liftfront or removable shields.

REMEMBER: KEEP AN EYE ON SAFETY

It is important to educate your employees about the hazards and dangers of eye injuries, ensure employees are wearing their equipment properly and provide protective eyewear whenever there is a chance for injury. If an employee shows signs of injury, get help immediately, as there could be potential for vision loss. Focusing on providing the right training and giving your employees the proper equipment, will shield them from danger and ensure their safety.

When you are committed to protecting your employees, your employees are more likely to share your vision and protect their sight. With a variety of excellent, protective eyewear, Honeywell is the partner youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll want with you every

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Noise is everywhere // Virtually everything we do makes noise, and the more we do it, and the more of us there are the more noise is made. In fact, silence, by which we mean complete absolute quiet, is so rare that few of us have had the joy, or perhaps even the possibility to experience it. If we have, it is so unusual that we can likely cite the time and place of its last occurrence. The opportunities to savor such tranquility are rapidly vanishing.

Not only is noise present in our daily routines and recreational activities, but upwards of 30 million Americans per year, according to OSHA, work in hazardous noise on a daily basis. Estimates from the National Institutes of Health suggest that, 36 million (17%)

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Americans have some degree of hearing loss, and 26 million Americans between the ages of 20 and 69 have a hearing loss due to noise exposure.

Effects of Noise Exposure // Shortterm exposure to loud noises can

cause a temporary change in hearing or a ringing in the ears, often referred to as tinnitus. Noise does not have to be uncomfortably loud or even painful, to be damaging. If you hear a ringing or have to shout to a coworker an arm’s length away, your hearing may be temporarily dulled or hearing loss has already begun. Short-term hearing problems may go away in time; however, repeated exposures to loud noise can lead to permanent tinnitus and/or hearing loss. In addition to hearing loss, hazardous noise can lead to reduced productivity, inability to concentrate, physical and psychological stress and increased chance of injury.

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommends that worker exposure to noise should be below a level equivalent to 85 dBA for eight hours to minimize occupational noise induced hearing loss. To help control exposure to these hazards, you should put engineering and administrative controls in place. These include redesigning equipment to eliminate noise sources, constructing barriers, implementing scheduling changes and creating quiet break areas.

When employees are exposed to sound levels at or exceeding the action level (85 dBA TWA), hearing protection devices such as earplugs or earmuffs must be made available.

It is key to ensure that the devices fit properly, as the effectiveness is greatly reduced if worn incorrectly.

Hearing protection should be selected based on the environment of your facility, the fit and comfort level for each employee and offer the best level of protection.

protection factor that appears on all hearing protector packaging. The numbers are based on optimized laboratory tests that, in practice, represent what only a few of the most-motivated best-trained users can achieve.

Your best bet is to use the NRR only as an indicator that a product was designed and tested for noise reduction. Except for very loud noises such as gunfire where selection is, more critical, most hearing protectors provide sufficient protection when worn properly and consistently. Foam plugs or earmuffs, or a combination of the two, generally provide the highest levels of protection.

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T The Most Common Injuries that Affect Our Troops… and they Don’t Come from Weapons // MAT THEW PEZZA

MARKETING ASSOCIATE, ARBILL

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he men and women serving in our country’s armed forces have some of the most physically demanding jobs.

Aside from putting their lives on the line in times of war, they are continuously working hard and training to handle any physical demand. When we ahear the words “injury”and “military” in the same sentence, our first thought is that these words are referring to combat wounds; shot, stabbed, being close to an explosive, and the like. What is surprising is that in the past twenty years, common musculoskeletal injuries have become the leading health threat to troops.

According to the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons, 77% of war wounds are attributed to musculoskeletal injuries such as strains, sprains, dislocations and fractures. Soldiers regularly carry 60-100 pounds of equipment on their back and are forced to walk or run over rough terrain which puts a lot of stress on the muscles and joints. However, while soldiers prepare and train their bodies to endure this, they often build into activity too quickly which puts them at an even greater risk of injury.

In 2014, overexertion (of any type) accounted for 28.4% of all non-battle military injuries. Similarly, in 2012 6.2% of all injuries that required hospitalization resulted from sports or athletics. Keith Hauret, an epidemiologist at the U.S. Army Public Health Command (USAPHC) observed that “Non-battle injuries resulted in more medical air evacuations from Afghanistan and Iraq than battle injuries” and that “the leading causes of these non-battle injuries were physical training and sports.” The amount of injuries due to overtraining in the military is costing millions of dollars in medical costs to reimburse the affected troops.

Effectively preventing non-battle injuries requires soldiers to look at training from a more conservative standpoint. For example, someone who wants to start lifting weights and has never been to a gym would most likely hurt themselves lifting more than their own bodyweight, rather than starting small and slowly building up the workload. They can effectively train their bodies to withstand the pain of moving around with equipment if they do it properly from the start.

The most common training that results in overuse injuries is excessive running. Pushing the limit of one’s

own physical fitness through running by overloading the muscles but also on a daily basis can cause complicafrom improper form. Form is the key tions mainly in the feet, ankles, and to strengthening the right muscles lower legs. To get the same cardiovasmore effectively. Lifting with impropcular benefits as running, soldiers can er form frequently enough allows modify their training regimen to include the body to familiarize the specific days of low-impact aerobic workouts way the weights are lifted. Since the like swimming, biking, rowing, the wrong muscles are targeted, the perelliptical machine, or basic strength son doing the work risks not knowtraining. Soldiers who are looking to ing how much is too much. A person run more should only increase their could be bench pressing thinking distance or duration by 10% of their they are building strength in their workload From the previous week, but chest, but because their arms are of war wounds are should not be forced to run if injured. in the wrong position they are putattributed to In 2014, lower extremities injuries ting all the pressure on their triceps, musculoskeletal accounted for an estimated 90-120 which is a much smaller muscle. injuries days lost or restricted duty per person.

With more military injuries sufExercising with weights should fered from non-combat-related also be approached the same way. activities, protecting our countries Though soldiers will inevitably need to be able to bravest from injuries needs to extend beyond the lift a lot, it is better to build muscular strength and battlefield. With the appropriate precautions, the endurance slowly by starting with lighter weights number of non-combat injuries can be reduced. and building up to higher weights through each The impact of this reduction goes beyond dolsession. Injuries that occur from weight lifting affect lars and cents by improving the lives of our military the shoulders and back, and are caused not only during and after their service to our country.

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09 Workplace Safety Secrets You Need to Know // B Y J O H N S I T A R S K I

Protecting your employees can be a challenging proposition. The modern workplace can be a dangerous place that exposes your workers to many hazards. For this reason, it is critically important that managers and employees alike understand what they can do to ensure each employee goes home safely after every shift. | Safer | SaferEvery Arbillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arbillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s EveryDay Day 27

WORKPLACE SAFETY SECRETS YOU NEED TO KNOW

SECRET

01

NO SUBSTITUTE FOR TRAINING We know that you would never just hand a new employee a safety manual and wish them the best of luck, but there are companies out there that do not invest in training.

Regardless of whether the employee is new or has been with you for 15 years, frequent safety training is a key component to helping everyone understand his or her role in maintaining a safe work environment. To ensure your training is effective, consider spreading out your training days so employees are not struggling to memorize information. Also, schedule regular refreshers and follow up with employees to make sure they understand the information and are implementing best practices.

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02

ACCIDENTS DO NOT EXIST To call something an “accident” means that there is nothing to blame. While your individual employees may not be to blame for an incident, it could very well be a failure of procedure or an uninspected piece of equipment that is at fault. Creating an environment where everyone invests in safety is the best way to prevent workplace hazards and catastrophes from happening.

Be as prepared as possible by making tool and equipment checks a part of the daily routine and conduct regular inspections of the work area for overlooked dangers, no matter how small they may be. Investing in safety training as well as predictive analytic systems like Vantage can be a great way to help reduce injuries and the associated costs.

SECRET

03

DRIVE BEHAVIOR CHANGES As a leader within your company, you need to have a safety driven mindset and work to share that with your employees. By developing systems that reward and encourage behavioral changes, you have the opportunity to positively effect changes within the organization. These changes can lead to a safer work environment for everyone.

SECRET

04

LOCKING UP EQUIPMENT

Proper training on pieces of potentially dangerous equipment should always include the proper shutdown and lock up procedure. This critical step will help keep employees who are untrained and unfamiliar with the equipment from injuring themselves or others. Furthermore, properly locked-up equipment keeps seasoned operators from making costly mistakes.

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06

TRIPS AND FALLS One of the few constants in life is the unavoidable force of gravity. Trips and falls are one of the most common causes of workplace injury and can be reduced via proper signage and training.

Where there is a risk for a trip or fall, properly mark the area and during training and onboarding, point them out to employees.

SECRET

05

ELECTRICITY IS DANGEROUS

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Perhaps this is not the biggest secret on the list, but because of electricity’s constant role in our lives, it is easy to overlook the potential hazards it carries. Stop and think about how many times you have seen a surge suppressor that has been overloaded or even has another suppressor plugged into it. The potential for creating a short in the outlet, which sparks a fire, is tremendous.

WORKPLACE SAFETY SECRETS YOU NEED TO KNOW

SECRET

07

START FROM THE GROUND UP Footwear is one of the most important aspects of maintaining a safe work environment. From slip-proof to steel-toed and beyond, the selection of safety-oriented footwear is staggering.

Determine which attributes your employees need and make it mandatory. Not only will you be investing in safety, but your employees’ comfort as well.

SECRET

08

ALL GLASSES ARE NOT EQUAL Many people make the mistake of thinking that safety glasses/ goggles simply prevent physical objects and debris from contacting the eyes. However, certain professions require glasses that are able to prevent fumes, diseases and chemicals from contacting the delicate eye membrane as well. Spend the time to research your workplace’s specific needs in order to make the best choice.

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WORKPLACE SAFETY SECRETS YOU NEED TO KNOW

SECRET

09

BEING HANDS-ON WORKS

This is not only a reference to ensure that everyone is wearing the necessary hand protection, but also that your company’s management is actively involved in creating a safer workplace.

Hold regular round table discussions with employees to learn their concerns and insights as to what is going well and what is not. The more you involve people in becoming a part of safety, the safer your workplace will become.

There should be no secrets when it comes to protecting your employees and guaranteeing that they make it home safely at the end of every day. These nine items are merely a guideline to help you start thinking about how you can improve your own safety practices.

If you would like to learn how Arbill can help, your company create a safer work environment as well as reduce incidents, schedule a free consultation with one of our safety experts today.

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WORK ZONE TRAFFIC SAFETY Workers being struck by vehicles or mobile equipment lead to many work zone fatalities or injuries annually. Drivers may skid, or lose control of their vehicles more easily when driving on snow and/or ice-covered roads. Therefore, it is important to properly set up work zones with the traffic controls identified by signs, cones, barrels, and barriers to protect workers. Workers exposed to vehicular traffic should wear the appropriate high visibility vest.

STRANDED IN A VEHICLE If you are stranded in a vehicle, stay in the vehicle. Call for emergency assistance if needed, response time may be slow in severe winter weather conditions. Notify your supervisor of your situation. Do not leave the vehicle to search for assistance unless help is visible within 100 yards. You may become disoriented and get lost in blowing and drifting snow.

Display a trouble sign by hanging a brightly colored cloth on the vehicle’s radio antenna and raising the hood. Turn on the vehicle’s engine for about 10 minutes each hour and run the heat to keep warm. Also, turn on the vehicle’s dome light when the vehicle is running as an additional signal. Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning. Keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow, and open a downwind window slightly for ventilation.

WORKERS EXPOSED TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC SHOULD WEAR THE APPROPRIATE HIGH VISIBILITY VEST..

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Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia.

Do minor exercises to maintain good blood circulation in your body. Clap hands and move arms and legs occasionally. Try not to stay in one position for too long. Stay awake, you will be less vulnerable to cold-related health problems. Use blankets, newspapers, maps, and even the removable car mats for added insulation. Avoid overexertion since cold weather puts an added strain on the heart. Unaccustomed exercise such as shoveling snow or pushing a vehicle, can bring on a heart attack or make other medical conditions worse.

SHOVELING SNOW Shoveling snow can be a strenuous activity, particularly because cold weather can be tasking on the body. There is a potential for exhaustion, dehydration, back injuries, or heart attacks.

During snow removal, in addition to following the tips for avoiding cold stress, such as taking frequent breaks in warm areas, there are other precautions workers can take to avoid injuries.

Workers should warm-up before the activity, scoop small amounts of snow at a time and where possible, push the snow instead of lifting it. The use of proper lifting technique is necessary to avoid back and other injuries when shoveling snow: keep the back straight, lift with the legs and do not turn or twist the body.

USING POWERED EQUIPMENT LIKE SNOW BLOWERS It is important to make sure that powered equipment, such as snow blowers are properly grounded to protect workers from electric shocks or electrocutions. When performing maintenance or cleaning, make sure the equipment is properly guarded and is disconnected from power sources.

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or amputations when operators attempt to clear jams with the equipment turned on. Never attempt to clear a jam by hand. First, turn the snow blower off and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Then, use a long stick to clear wet snow or debris from the machine. Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts. Refuel a snow blower prior to starting the machine; do not add fuel when the equipment is running or when the engine is hot.

EMPLOYERS SHOULD DETERMINE THE RIGHT TYPE OF EQUIPMENT (PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEMS, NON-SLIP SAFETY BOOTS, ETC.) FOR THE JOB.

surfaces even more slippery. A surface that is weighed down by snow must be inspected by a competent person to determine if it is structurally safe for workers to access it, because it may be at risk of collapsing. Snow covered rooftops can hide hazards such as skylights that workers can fall through. Electrical hazards may also exist from overhead power lines or snow removal equipment.

Employers can protect workers from these hazardous work conditions, for example, by using snow removal methods that do not involve workers going on roofs, when and where possible. Employers should determine the right type of equipment (ladders, aerial lifts, etc.) and personal protective equipment (personal fall arrest systems, non-slip safety boots, etc.) for the job and ensure that workers are trained on how to properly use them.

PREVENTING SLIPS ON SNOW AND ICE

CLEARING SNOW FROM ROOFS AND WORKING AT HEIGHTS Employers must evaluate snow removal tasks for hazards and plan how to do the work safely.

Workers should be aware of the potential for unexpected hazards due to the weather conditions, for example, layers of ice can form as the environmental temperature drops, making

To prevent slips, trips, and falls, employers should clear walking surfaces of snow and ice, and spread deicer, as quickly as possible after a winter storm. In addition, the following precautions will help reduce the likelihood of injuries: ● Wear proper footwear when walking on snow or ice is unavoidable, because it is especially treacherous. A pair of insulated and waterresistant boots with good rubber treads is a must for walking during or after a winter storm.

Keeping a pair of rubber over-shoes with good treads which fit over your street shoes is a good idea during the winter months. ● Take short steps and walk at a slower pace so you can react quickly to a change in traction, when walking on an icy or snow-covered walkway.

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REPAIRING DOWNED OR DAMAGED POWER LINES

lines and report any incidents to the responsible authority. Only properly-trained electrical utility workers can handle damaged power lines.

Repairing and/or replacing damaged power lines in severe winter weather conditions are especially hazardous. A major hazard is snow, because the moisture can reduce the Clearing downed trees is a critical job during insulation value of protective equipment, and severe winter weather conditions. It is usually could cause electrocution. In these conditions urgent to remove downed trees that block de-energized work is safer, but if energized public roads and damage power lines. Emerwork must be done, qualified workers and sugency crews are often tasked with clearing pervisors must first do a hazard analysis that downed trees. includes evaluating the weather Potential hazards include: conditions and identifying how to ● Electrocution by contacting safely do the job. downed energized power lines Other potential hazards include: or contacting broken tree limbs ● Electrocution by contacting in contact with downed enerCLEARING DOWNED downed energized power lines, gized power lines.

TREES IS A CRITICAL or contacting objects, such as ● Falls from heights. broken tree limbs, in contact ● Being injured by equipment JOB DURING SEVERE with downed energized power such as chain saws and chipWINTER WEATHER lines. pers CONDITIONS. WORKERS ● Fires caused by an energized Workers should wear PPE that SHOULD WEAR PPE line or equipment failure. protect them from the hazards of ● Being struck or crushed by fallthe tree removal tasks. Workers THAT PROTECT THEM ing tree limbs, collapsing poles, chainsaws and chippers to FROM THE HAZARDS OF using etc. clear downed trees should use: TREE REMOVAL. When working on downed or gloves, chaps, foot protection, eye damaged power lines, electriprotection, fall protection, hearing cal utility workers should use protection and head protection. safe work practices, appropriate tools and Only powered equipment designed for equipment (including personal protective outdoor and wet conditions should be used. equipment (PPE)). Extra caution should be Use all equipment and tools (saws, chippers, exercised when working in adverse weather etc.) properly and for the purpose that they conditions. are designed for. Ensure that equipment is always maintained in serviceable condition and inspected before use by a knowledgeable person that can identify any problems with the equipment. Do not use equipment that is not functioning properly. Equipment must have proper guarding (as applicable); safe guards Assume all power lines are energized and must never be bypassed. All controls and stay clear of any downed or damaged power safety features must function as designed by lines. Establish a safe distance from power the manufacturer.

REMOVING DOWNED TREES

WORKING NEAR DOWNED OR DAMAGED POWER LINES

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One of our most innovative gloves, the SKG/PXNE is the world’s first arc flash-rated glove designed for winter use.

This highly dexterous glove is made from an exclusive blend of Kevlar® and Protex® yarns, providing impressive cut resistance (ANSI level A5) and heat resistance (ANSI level 4).

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PRODUCT REVIEWS

In each issue of Safer Every Day we will feature safety-related products that provide a high level of protection, safety and the peace of mind that safety professionals are looking for when sourcing products to keep their coworkers accidentfree. If you have questions about any of the products shown, or if you would like to make a purchase, contact Arbill at 800-523-5367.

Cold Weather Mechanic Glove ITEM ID: A16900x (1-5) BRAND: GEAR HEAD PRODUCT NAME: GearHead 140 LIFT FRONT ARC FLASH HOOD

Everything you want in a winter glove – waterproof, durable and comfortable to keep hands warm and dry where other gloves fall short! The GearHead 140 also boasts a terry pad for sweat relief and a Neoprene hook and loop closure cuff. | Safer 42 Arbill’s Arbill’s| Safer Every Every Day Day

Significant cut protection meets unbeatable grip performance, even on wet and oily surfaces.

Ideal for metal and glass industry applications. Get your free samples of new ATA® ActivGrip™ 534 Gloves with nitrile MicroFinish® by calling John Mazur at 856-220-7767.

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PRODUCT REVIEWS

Hand Protection/Leather ITEM ID: A17800X(2-5) BRAND: ANSELL PRODUCT NAME: UTILITY

PLAYER-INSULATOR

This premium cow grain insulated drivers glove offers outstanding quality, dexterity, and abrasion resistance. It features a 3M Thinsulate® lining that traps and holds body heat and won’t absorb perspiration, a keystone thumb for better comfort and durability, a reinforced palm, and it is sewn with double-stitched Kevlar stitching.

Chemical Resistant Glove ITEM ID: A141230 BRAND: ????

PRODUCT NAME: ICEBREAKER Microporous polyurethane foam, high dexterity, ventilated back for precision work. A light, elastic low-lint glove, resistant to deformation and which keeps its shape longer. Protects the hand from oils and abrasion while remaining elastic and breathable.

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Cold Weather Glove ITEM ID: A18329(1-5) BRAND: SPARTAN PRODUCT NAME: COLD WEATHER GLOVE The Spartan 110 boasts incredible comfort with excellent wet or dry grip capabilities for cold weather applications. The ¾ specially formulated PVC coating has an added raised texture for increased wear and gripping properties compared to traditional gloves.

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Hands PROTECT YOUR

& FIGHT THE COLD! // JULIE COPELAND

C

OLD IS AN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH HAZARD for many types of workers . It's important to keep your hands warm and dry in cold weather to protect against the elements. Prolonged exposure to freezing or cold temperatures may cause serious health problems such as trench foot, frostbite and hypothermia. In extreme cases, including cold water immersion, exposure can lead to death.

OSHA’s standards for hand protection require employers to provide, and employees to use, personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves that are designed to help protect workers from injuries such as cuts, scrapes, punctures, and heat or cold. So it is extremely important to make certain that the gloves you select are adequate to protect against the specific hazards you come across while at work.

It’s also very important to use gloves that feature good grip, especially if using gloves in a cold environment. There are many gloves on the market that will protect against the cold, but it’s important to consider the grip for these gloves as well.

Selecting the right lining in safety gloves is key in hand protection.

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PROTECT YOUR HANDS

T

ruline is introducing two new gloves that help protect against the cold and provides an outstanding level of protection. Truline’s GearHead140 A16900 Series provides a foam knuckle back pad for added comfort. The PVC diamond palm pattern and Terry thumb sweat pad provide added protection. The glove is winter-lined for cold resistance and waterproof. This fourchette style includes a Velcro strap on a Neoprene cuff.

Truline’s Gladiator A17690 Series is a grain pig insulated palm glove with that features a black pig grain palm, reflective knuckle strap with hi-viz yellow borders, and hi-viz orange. The knit wrist cuff with 3” pull tab and insulated full sock ling helps to keep hands warm.

These new offerings from Truline were designed to protect workers and provide comfort in the cold.

Please remember the danger signs when working in cold temperatures. They include uncontrolled shivering, slurred speech, clumsy movements, fatigue and confused behavior. If

TRULINE’S GEARHEAD 140 SERIES

these signs are observed, call for emergency help.

To learn more hand safety, and your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), visit Arbill online at www.arbill.com or call 800-523-5367 to speak with an Arbill Safety Specialist.

LINERS! LINERS! LINERS! HERE ARE THE TYPES OF LINERS TO CONSIDER WHEN MAKING A PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) DECISION FOR WORKING IN THE COLD: Acrylic Provides warmth and insulation.

Fleece A brushed cotton lining provides warmth and comfort.

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Foam A synthetic foam padding liner for flexibility and fit in the cold.

Pile A synthetic wool liner for durability and a little extra warmth.

Polyester A hollow fiber insulation traps warm air for cold weather comfort.

Thinsulate® A micro fiber insulation for exceptional warmth even when damp.

Cold Weather Protection for Winter Keep Safe. Keep Warm. Keep Going.

Honeywell has you covered in the cold weather months ahead.

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under the auspices of the united states Department of Labor, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) collects and publishes data on a wide array of safety-related issues. With statistics supplied by OSHA, in each issue of Safer Every Day we will give you the opportunity to test your safety knowledge.

To play, simply select which of the multiple choice questions is correct. Get five out of five right and you can consider yourself an expert. Three or four correct and your score is average. Get below 3 correct and you have some work to do to enhance your knowledge of OSHA stats.

O S H A

BY THE NUMBERS

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How long does an average safety inspection take?

A.18 hours B.22 hours C.27 hours D.32 hours

2

When is O SHA's birthday?

A.June 28 B.October 28 C.February 28 D.April 28

3

Which president signed OSHA into law?

A.Franklin Delano Roosevelt B.John F. Kennedy C.Richard Nixon D.Ronald Regan

Who was the first Secretary of Labor for OSHA? 4

A.George Guenther B.James Carson C.Levi Ackerman D.Alexander Potfrey

How many years ago did OSHA become a government agency?

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A.23 years ago B.27 years ago C.36 years ago D.41 years ago

A. OASHA's first computer system ran on 1MB of RAM with 40MB of storage.

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B. 30% of hand injuries are caused by wearing the wrong type of glove.

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D. 170 billion is the amount businesses spend a year on costs associated with occupational injuries and illnessess.

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C. Since 1970, more than 75,000 lives have been through effective occupational safety and health management systems.

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B. Workplaces that establish safety and health management systems can reduce their injury and illness costs by 30%.

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Driving Compliance through Comfort

with Disposable Protective Clothing // BY MARK BUSHEY, CATEGORY MANAGER - APPAREL | KIMBERLY-CLARK PROFESSIONAL

O

NE OF THE CHALLENGES in keeping people safe in the workplace is driving compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). PPE has a reputation for being too hot, getting in the way, or being flat-out uncomfortable. When workers are faced with this discomfort, they look for ways of compensating. With disposable protective clothing, this can take the form of cutting slits in the side of the garment, tearing off sleeves, or coveralls that are worn on the legs but then tied around the waist.

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CAPTION FOR THE CL O THES WHAT IT IS

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isposable protective clothing is one of the most important PPE categories.

The average human has over 22 square feet of skin and it’s important for workers to wear the proper coveralls, aprons, and apparel accessories to protect their skin from exposure to dry particulates, liquids and chemicals. Many facilities stipulate the wearing of protective clothing, yet compliance falls short when workers modify the apparel to enhance comfort. The ideal scenario is having protective clothing that is comfortable, doesn’t get in the way, and makes the worker more productive with their tasks.

KleenGuard™ Protective Clothing

by Kimberly-Clark Professional™ is engineered to not only protect but provide a better experience for the worker. By applying their expertise in both understanding human movement and material design, the company is able to design protective clothing to be more human-centric.

With protection as the first priority, Kimberly-Clark Professional engineers their KleenGuard™ coveralls to also deliver comfort and improved productivity. After all, comfort drives compliance and if workers are uncomfortable, they may modify their PPE or not wear any at all, increasing their risk for injury or exposure.

KleenGuard™ Protective Clothing delivers on the promise of comfort and improved productivity in several ways. First, they offer a wide range of apparel styles, including coveralls, sleeves, aprons, beard covers, and shoe/boot covers.

With such a broad portfolio, facilities can choose the right assortment of products to meet their

workers’ specific needs.

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nd

Many KleenGuard™ Coveralls come with Reflex® Design. This design is a roomier pattern, which delivers 6% additional body length and 12% more chest room and enables workers to move freely.

Best of all, with the roomier cut and design, KleenGuard™ coveralls with Reflex® Design are 7.5X less likely to rip out when compared to coveralls made to the ANSI minimum sizing criteria. Fewer rip-outs mean that workers are not only protected but also aren’t wasting time changing out ripped coveralls. If a worker takes just five minutes to change into a new coverall, and does this four times per shift, that’s 20 minutes of wasted productivity. While that may not sound substantial at first, consider the impact on a 100-employee facility. That equates to 33 hours of lost productivity per day. By wearing KleenGuard™ Coveralls with Reflex® Design, you are keeping your workers safe and keeping them productive in their work tasks.

Finally

,

heat stress can be a major concern for wearers of protective clothing.

KleenGuard™ Protective Clothing has a wide range of breathable fabrics to help workers mitigate some of the impacts from heat. For example, KleenGuard™ A20 Coveralls are SMS garments with five different fabric layers to provide superior dry particulate holdout while having high levels of breathability. Also, the

KleenGuard™ A40 Coveralls with Breathable Back are engineered with two different fabrics, each of which provides different benefits to the user. The front side of the coverall offers a high level of liquid protection, while the back fabric is highly breathable for enhanced comfort.

Many facilities often request a “white suit” to protect their workers without knowing that there are many options to fit their needs.

As you evaluate personal protective clothing for your workers, remember that there is more to the equation than just protection. If protective clothing isn’t comfortable, workers will either not wear the garments or make adaptations that can expose them to safety incidents. These incidents can cost a facility thousands of dollars in medical costs and lost productivity. KleenGuard™ Protective Clothing offers a robust portfolio of PPE to help keep your workers safe, comfortable, and productive.

If you have been settling for just any white suit, it may be time to re-evaluate your selection. If you need assistance in evaluating the associated hazards in your facility and choosing the right PPE, rely on Kimberly-Clark Professional’s full team of sales professionals who are trained and ready to help.

These professionals can conduct a hazard walk with you, point out opportunities for improvement, and offer suggestions for products that can best meet your needs.

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ARBILL’S MANUFACTURING DAY

HERE IS WHAT YOU MISSED ARBILL’S MANUFACTURING DAY TOOK PLACE ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, AND WHAT A GREAT EVENT IT WAS. WITH NEARLY 100 SAFETY PROFESSIONALS REGISTERED TO ATTEND, WE KNEW EVEN BEFORE THE DAY ARRIVED WE WERE GOING TO HAVE A SPECIAL GATHERING. The day started off with a safety symposium that featured a panel discussion, a preview of new and innovative safety products and a presentation on how to improve safety training. The afternoon included a supplier tradeshow.

The panel discussion included two of the most respected editors in the safety space; David Blanchard of EHS Today and Jerry Laws of Occupational Health & Safety. True safety experts, combined, David and Jerry have about 50 years of publishing experience.

Moderated by Arbill’s Director of Marketing, David Gerhardt, the session covered a variety of topics from biggest safety pains companies are experiencing (marijuana and opioid usage), best practices (safe companies are more productive and profitable), trends (wearable technology and difficulty hiring), to the real cost of injuries (more than a million dollars per death and over a hundred thousand dollars for an injury, not to mention lost production and the negative impact on the company’s reputation), as well as some amusing anecdotes. The 45-minute panel concluded with questions from the audience.

Following the panel discussion, nine of the top safety suppliers treated the packed room of safety executives with information and demonstrations of 56 Arbill’s | Safer Every Day

their newest and most innovative products. The companies who presented were 3M, Honeywell, Dupont, MCR, Moldex, National Safety Apparel, KimberlyClark, Lakeland and Truline.

The symposium portion of the event concluded with a presentation by Arbill’s Senior EHS Specialist, Al Condello, CSP, CHMM. For 30-minutes Al captivated the audience with the dos and don’ts of OSHA compliance and Safety training. In fact, many of the attendees commented the material Al covered more than justified attending the event. Some of the topics included in Al’s presentation were understanding the importance of regulatory review (accurate, credible, clear and practical best practices), best practices for training adults (including know your audience, use of proper training techniques, and evaluation of training), principles of adult education (how adults learn and different types of learners), program design, delivery and evaluation and he closed with understanding course objectives.

At the conclusion of the symposium, the activities moved outside to a huge tent in Arbill’s parking lot which served as the supplier pavilion and the base for the supplier tradeshow. The previously mentioned suppliers each had a table in the pavilion and attendees were given the opportunity to see the products the suppliers were touting. In addition, a gourmet lunch was served.

Now an annual affair, this Manufacturing Day event was Arbill’s third and by all accounts – from suppliers, attendees, and speakers – was the best to date (until next year’s Manufacturing Day).

To make sure you don't miss out on next year's Manufacturing Day, send an email to David Gerhardt at dgerhardt@arbill.com and you will be added to our Manufacturing Day email list.

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MANUFACTURING DAY THROUGH THE EYES OF AN 11-YEAR OLD In the weeks leading up to Manufacwhat they make. I got to see firstturing Day, Arbill received an unusual rehand what some companies that I quest. Nick Lysik, the Safety Director at had heard of before manufacture. I J.E. Berkowitz, asked if he could bring his also got to meet some of my dad’s 11-year old son, Davin, to our Manufacturcoworkers and friends from outside ing Day event. With Arbill being a family his company. Plus, I was able to obowned business, we certainly endorse serve some new jobs I could turn family-related activities – especially when into a career. My favorite part, by Davin Lysik modeling Kimberly-Clark those activities center around educating far, was when we went out and got safety glasses before a packed room the next generation on workplace safety. such a nice lunch and met all of the during Manufacturing Day. So, of course we encouraged Nick to manufacturer’s representatives. bring Davin.

Safer Every Day: I am sure you had some expectations about The editors of Safer Every Day were curious what what you might see. Did you see anything that you were not Manufacturing Day looked like to a 6th grader. What expecting? better way to find out than to conduct a Q and A Davin: I didn’t expect to have breakfast and lunch with Davin. there -- which I thought was cool. The lunch was really good. Another thing I wasn’t expecting was beSafer Every Day: Why did you want to go to Manufacturing Day ing asked to be a model. That was fun to be included with your dad? in the demonstration. Plus, there was a chance to Davin: I was off of school and my dad wanted me to win a large package of prizes from all of the different see new jobs that I might want to pursue when I grow companies. That was a great opportunity, but unforup. He figured it would be nice for me to meet some tunately, I didn’t win. To make up for losing though of his business contacts, and people he’s known for a there was a box of samples we got to take at the long time and even mentioned at home. I wanted to go end. My dad told me that he didn’t win the big packbecause it sounded a lot more fun than staying home age of prizes last year either. all day and I thought it would be interesting. I think Safer Every Day: Tell us about being a model. What was that it was a great experience and was excited we got experience like? samples in a box at the end when we were leaving. I Davin: It felt really weird standing in front of all those thought some of the prizes were pretty amazing and people because I have stage fright. But, other than useful. I mean they gave us a stylist pen, coveralls and that, it was fun because I got to keep the safety ear plugs. It was just a really fun event and I suggest glasses that I was modeling. I will definitely use that, if given the opportunity like I was, kids should them because I help my grandfather a lot during definitely check out Arbill’s Manufacturers Day. the summer with various work around the house.

Safer Every Day: Tell us what you learned at Manufacturing Day I enjoy using the saws and hammers when woodDavin: I learned about some new companies and working with him.

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• Courses are offered on-site, off-site and online and include OSHA compliance and safety training • With nearly 20 different certifications amongst our 40 trainers in the U.S., Arbill is sure to have a trainer with the expertise you require

•Improves employee health and welfare • Increases job satisfaction • Reduces citations through compliance • Improves employee retention rates • Lowers or eliminates cost of worker’s compensation claims • Reduces costs related to employee medical leave and absenteeism

SAFETY SITE AUDITS WITH GAP ANALYSIS & RECOMMENDATIONS • Includes a review of more than 300 items • Identifies problem issues in your safety program • Gap analysis includes solutions needed to correct identified issues • Prioritizes the areas that require immediate attention • Designs a comprehensive go-forward plan that will be instrumental in your pursuit of zero injuries.

LEADERSHIP SAFETY, CHAMPION/COACH DEVELOPMENT AND EHS STAFF AUGMENTATION Arbill will place an EHS Manager responsible for establishing and maintaining a safety culture, implementation of a Safety Management System “Road Maps” and ensuring OSHA, EPA and/or DOT compliance

To learn more about everything that SafetyCare EHS Managed services can do to make your workplace safer, contact Asha Quinn at 215-501-8642 or email aquinn@arbill.com.

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AROUND & ABOUT ARBILL'S MANUFACTURING DAY 2018 During Arbill’s Manufacturing Day, held on October 5th at our headquarters, Marcelo Rodriguez, Arbill’s Director of Product Support, introduced attendees to the latest technology in luminescence. Known as TruGlow, this product exceeds the performance of any other light emitting material on the market. When Marcelo turned off the lights, the audience saw firsthand just how effective TruGlow is.

ARBILL'S CEO INSPIRES In October, Arbill’s CEO Julie Copeland, CFO Denny Runyen (on the right) and Director of Marketing David Gerhardt, attended the Rhythm Systems Breakthrough Conference in Charlotte, NC. The two-day conference was packed with educational sessions on improving leadership, management, sales, and how best to deal with the challenges of today’s workplace. One of the highlights of the conference was an inspirational speech delivered by Julie.

ARBILL ATTENDS NATIONAL GUARD CONFERENCE Arbill’s Government Affairs Group Consultant, Michael Bobeck, attended the National Guard annual conference in New Orleans. Mike was accompanied by Arbill’s Director of Government Affairs, Josh Goldstein. Mike and Josh reported the conference was both productive and fun. The keynote speaker was Secretary of Defense, General Madis.

OUR OWN HELP ME HOWARD Safety Advisor Howard Jacobs (on the right) travels around the country showing Arbill clients the latest safety products and offering advice on how to make their workplaces safer.

This photo was taken in New Berlin, Wisconsin during a session on new fall protection equipment. With more than 30-years of safety experience, and a passion for reducing injuries, Howard continues to earn the respect of Arbill’s clients at each location he visits.

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E HOPE YOU ENJOYED THIS issue of Safer Every Day and found the information useful. Safer Every Day is designed to be an essential component of your company’s safety program, and we want to make sure the magazine meets your needs. To share your thoughts and suggestions, click here to access our suggestions page.

The next issue of Safer Every Day will focus on protecting your employees from the cold. It will feature informative full-length articles, best practices, EH&S insights and additional safety resources.

If you would like to reach more than 35,000 safety professionals, secure your spot today in the upcoming issue by contacting Bill Gabriele at (212) 501-8208.

3 THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN THE NEXT ISSUE

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Top Violations Cited By OSHA

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