PPE protects you from hazards in your environment. Knowing the types of PPE available and how to use them properly can help you minimize your exposure to harm. Depending on your work situation, ...

UL Workplace Health & Safety has released a free training course in its eLearning library on how to use and select personal protective equipment. The course, available online and compatible with ...

Randy demonstrates how to use the PPE Category Method to select electrical PPE when the arc flash warning label is not on the equipment. In this EC&M Tech Talk, Randy Barnett, NFPA Certified ...

Lastly, make sure employees know how to use PPE correctly and when to wear each piece. 2. Institute thorough safety trainings Safety trainings teach employees how to do each task in their role safely ...

From toxic fumes to flying sparks, welding demands full-body protection and smarter gear choices to stay safe and compliant. Welding is one of the most dangerous jobs in any workplace. From flying ...

When asked if personal protective equipment (PPE) is painful, most people immediately think of physical pain. But what about other pains, such as training challenges, purchasing problems and ...

Electricity is an indispensable commodity in our modern society. It powers industries, businesses, and homes. With a flick of a switch, customers expect electricity to come through. To achieve this, ...

Your work at Northwestern may involve hazards that could result in injury or illness (e.g., sharp edges, falling objects, flying sparks, chemicals, and noise). Using personal protective equipment (PPE ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed, two years of personal protective equipment stacked up. The plastic, rubber, and cloth that protected health workers, patients, and family ...