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Fireman fighting fire flame with water and extinguisher wearing flame-resistant protective clothing that adheres to ISO 11612:2015.

ISO 11612:2015—Clothing To Protect Against Heat And Flame

September 7, 2023August 23, 2023Alexandra Schirn

For many professionals, flame-resistant (FR) clothing is an essential tool of the job. High-quality, specially engineered FR garments protect the wearer from burns caused by […]

Construction worker wearing safety harness adhering to ANSI/ASSP Z359.2-2023 fall protection program.

ANSI/ASSP Z359.2-2023: Fall Protection Program Requirements

July 5, 2023June 21, 2023Alexandra Schirn

Falls are among the most common causes of serious work-related injuries and deaths. Each year roughly 300-400 construction workers fall to their deaths, usually when […]

Criticality Accident Alarm System adhering to safety specifications in ANSI/ANS-8.3-2022.

ANSI/ANS-8.3-2022: Criticality Accident Alarm System

March 28, 2023March 23, 2023Alexandra Schirn

A Criticality Accident Alarm System (CAAS) is installed as part of criticality safety management for use in reducing the radiation workers could be exposed to […]

Workers in blue PPE removing asbestos on a dilapidated roof during abatement process.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standards and Safety Tips For Handling Asbestos

April 13, 2021January 17, 2023Guest Contributor

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is vital to those who specialize in the maintenance or removal of toxins like asbestos. When asbestos resides in dilapidated or […]