OSHA does not allow chains to be used as fall protection anymore.

Due to this change in OSHA’s code, self-closing safety gates have become the go-to option for ladder protection.

That being the case, we wanted to get a more in-depth look into the mechanics of the industrial safety...

The recent accident in Westwood, MA regarding the fall of a worker clearing snow from the roof of a business, underscores just how dangerous this job can be.  In this particular instance, the worker fell through a skylight and landed on the ground 25’ below. In light of the situation,...

It’s tempting to jump straight to PPE. Don’t rush to do this as PPE puts the user in contact with the hazard. Administrative Controls are worth considering. In fact, you already have these in your workplace, but they may not be implemented effectively.

Here are three factors that...

Wait, kill yourself while using a fall protection system?  Those things are supposed to prevent that from happening, right?  Of course they are, but the key part of that phrase is: supposed to.  If you’re not using a fall protection system properly, or not taking into account some...

Every year workers die because they fall from unprotected scaffolds. This WorkSafe BC video covers the basics of fall protection on scaffolding.

A safety professional may read the title of this article and feel it’s child’s play. How could somebody not know how to look for risk? That same safety professional may even be tempted to use a phrase that I cannot stand: common sense. I once heard a speaker explain that common...

When it comes to running a safety program, most safety managers do not give a lot of thought to the potential dangers associated with storing and handling flammable liquids.  Whether these liquids are fuels, alcohols, or degreasers, they have the potential to start fires, explode, or cause...

Overhead lifeline systems, also known as overhead fall arrest systems, are an excellent means of fall protection safety when selected, installed, and used correctly.

Let’s look at the key items to consider when choosing the perfect fall arrest system for your company or project.

The manufacturer states that the guardrail you purchased will exceed OSHA required loads.

Will it be safe after installation?

Often times we look to the manufacturer of the safety rail to ensure the railing will be strong enough for our application. Whether it be a 200 lbs on the top...

If you are a construction company and work in confined spaces, odds are you’ve been following the General Industry rule as a best practice.  Up until this point, the only construction requirement for confined spaces has been that the involved employees needed to be trained. ...

Traveling throughout an industrial area, such as a distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing center, can be risky. Over the years, material handling technology has improved to increase efficiency and put less ergonomic strain on the employees with conveyor systems.

Conveyor belts are large...

Kee Safety has released an innovative new rooftop walkway system.  The system, designed with safety and installation in mind has combined various attachment methods to make installation of this modular system a snap. 

Aluminum rails are the base of the system, attached to the roof via

This safety guardrail was installed on the set of the production of The Conduct of Life at Texas A&M University. The railing was mounted on the stage to prevent the performers from falling over the edge. The railing performed both an aesthetic and functional purpose. Justin M., the...

Toeboard is an important part of the OSHA safety railing regulation. See one of our past blog posts to learn more about when toeboard is required on your railing. This safety railing, installed around an access point at the Ellenville Flood Protection Project, used integrated toeboard...

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Inspecting your harness is critical to ensuring that you are safe while working at heights. Tomcat, a staging lighting and support system company, has released a video that covers four basic inspection steps to go over before wearing your harness.

Seems like a simple question with a simple answer, doesn't it? However, many times, our actions seem to...

When implementing a new safety procedure or system, do you ever consider where it came from and why it has been tasked? Maybe if the task is assigned to the EHS person, those questions are a given.

But let’s say it’s assigned to someone in another...

Below is a comprehensive list of safety railing solutions that are available to our customers. Not every safety railing solution is a fit for every environment, so we've called attention to where each railing works best. All of these safety railing solutions are OSHA compliant unless...

Kee Walk is a rooftop walk way system built-in modular sections to allow for easy installation. In this video, Kee Safety shows you how to mount a traverse section of Kee Walk to a sloped roof. The ability to create flat walkways on sloped roofs is just one feature of our versatile solution. Kee...