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Author: International Enviroguard
8 Safety Tips for Working with Electrical Wires
Living in the modern age means that we rely heavily on electricity. Electric power is vital for everything from computers and servers to lights and printers. Job sites rely on electricity to run heavy machinery and power various operational systems. However, while electricity is so valuable, it's...
Your Guide to Lead Paint Removal and PPE
Throughout the 1970s, the US government pushed to remove lead from paint and gasoline. Thanks to studies that showed the adverse health effects of lead paint exposure, the dangerous substance was phased out swiftly.
These days, you might assume that lead paint is no longer a problem, relegated to...
How to Safely Work with Toluene
Worker safety is a top concern in all industries. However, some manufacturing settings come with a unique set of challenges that few industries face.
Does Your Company Follow Best Practices for Proper Pallet Handling?
People working in industries such as warehousing, trucking, and product distribution often think about workplace injuries through the lens of machinery and common back strains. While the statistics regarding those incidents remain concerning, a wide range of other items in these and parallel...
How to Protect Workers from Ammonia Exposure
The storage and handling of ammonia is a topic that must be prioritized in your workplace safety plan if applicable. This article reveals how to protect your employees from experiencing injury or illness due to ammonia exposure.
Ensure Employee Safety with Proper Welding Protective Gear
You work hard to ensure you have a safe workplace. You regularly host safety meetings, follow all OSHA workplace guidelines, and regularly train your team on the best practices for your industry. But, if you aren’t equipping everyone with the right personal protective equipment (PPE) you could be...
What is an SDS? Everything You Need to Know — and More — About Safety Data Sheets
Many workers handle and work with hazardous (or potentially hazardous) chemicals on a daily basis, and it it's imperative that they keep themselves, their peers, and the surrounding environment safe. But where do they look to truly understand the risks associated with the solution, the proper...
Abrasive Blasting: Safety Tips and PPE
When it comes to manufacturing and finishing, one of the most crucial processes is abrasive blasting, aka sandblasting, grit blasting, or media blasting. Although this system is relatively simple, it can also be incredibly dangerous if not done correctly. In this article, we're going to look at the...