When the weather gets cold, add more CLO's
When working in cold environments, it can be difficult to accurately estimate how much warmth and insulation are needed based on just the temperature alone. A big question we get is: "How do I...
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Cold stress: What it is and what to do about it - Updated for 2024
Working in cold weather can be brutal. And even with the proper protection, being exposed to extreme conditions for long periods of time can still have severe short- and long-term effects. This is...
Getting to the bottom of EN407 - Thermal protection
More occupations than you might think include exposure to flame and heat, making thermal protection of prime importance. EN407 is recognized as an international standard for how well gloves protect...
Health certifications and the Helix® series: What do they mean?
While wearing safety gloves on the job, workers shouldn't be thinking about whether or not their glove materials may be hazardous to their skin or about what goes into the actual manufacturing of...