Batteries and Sustainability
Just in the United States alone, the average person throws out about 8 batteries per year. While this might not seem like a lot, multiply […]
AuthorErin Stepka
ANSI/ISEA 107-2020: High-Visibility Safety Apparel
In the United States, nearly every 1 in 5 construction workplace fatalities is from a struck-by injury. A struck-by injury occurs when a worker is […]
Why Keep Python in Your Back Pocket
Python, surprisingly not named after the snake, has increased in popularity since its creation in 1991. Many consider Python the number one computer programming language […]
ISO 10018:2020: Guidance for People Engagement
Quality is something everyone strives for in all aspects of their lives. Whether you are making a purchasing decision or finding a new job, having […]
ANSI C84.1-2020: Electric Power Systems Voltage Ratings (60 Hz)
It’s not too difficult to find out what voltage ratings our equipment or systems need. However, it is important to consider, as overvoltages or voltage […]
NFPA 85-2019: Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code
The United States Department of Labor lists many accidents involving employees near or in contact with a boiler. In 2017, two employees were killed while […]
ASTM A370-19: Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
ASTM A370-19 is used to test and determine specific mechanical properties of steel, stainless steel, and related alloy products. It is important that these types […]
NFPA 14-2019: Standpipe and Hose Systems Standard
Fires are an emergency that people are taught about and prepared for before grade school. However, even though the overall trend of fires has gone […]
ASTM F1637-19: Standard Practice For Safe Walking Surfaces
Trips and falls can happen anywhere. In 2017, there were 227,760 workplace injuries from falls, slips, and trips, according to the National Safety Council. Uneven […]
ANSI/ISEA 138-2019: American National Standard For Performance And Classification For Impact-Resistant Gloves
Why Wear Impact-Resistant Gloves? According to The Industrial Safety & Hygiene News, the second most common body part injured at work is the hand. The […]