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The proper use of PPE helps ensure everyone goes home safely at the end of the day. Get tips for outfitting your crew with gear to help keep your facility safe and OSHA compliant.

PPE in the Workplace

Lanyards vs. SRLs: Understanding Fall Protection Systems

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PPE in the Workplace

PPE for Extreme Conditions: Ensuring Comfort and Safety in All Types of Weather

Learn more about the different types of specialized PPE designed to keep workers comfortable and safe in challenging environments.

10/06/25

PPE in the Workplace

Types of Respiratory Protection Equipment

There are lots of different respirators to pick from. Check out this guide to the types of respiratory equipment and which will work for your workplace.

08/22/25

PPE in the Workplace

Is Your Job Putting Your Hearing at Risk?

Noise exposure is a major hazard for certain industries. Although occupational hearing loss can be permanent, there are simple ways employers and workers can work together to help protect hearing.

08/20/25

PPE in the Workplace

A Shoe for Every Work Occasion: Work Footwear You Need

In the market for work footwear? Choosing the right foot protection is essential for workplace safety. Learn how to choose the right work footwear for you.

08/01/25

PPE in the Workplace

Safety Quiz: How Much Do You Really Know About PPE?

How well do you know your safety gear? Test your knowledge with our short quiz to ensure you’re up to date with key safety practices.

05/02/24

PPE in the Workplace

4 Reasons Why Workers Aren't Wearing PPE (And What to Do)

Here are four management problems that may be driving PPE noncompliance in your organization – and what you can do to help improve the situation.

12/21/23

4 Tips for Replacing Your Personal Protective Equipment

09/13/23

The Science of Fit and Fit Testing PPE for Worker Safety

09/10/23

The Science of Cut-Resistant Gloves

06/26/23

Making the Switch: Hard Hats vs. Safety Helmets

05/29/23

Chemical PPE: Debunking a Major Myth

03/03/23

Waterproofing and Water Resistance in Work Boots

01/19/23

Are Your First-Aid Kits up to Date with ANSI Standards?

10/18/22

Safety Glasses & Face Shield Guide

08/25/22

Earplugs vs. Earmuffs: Choosing the Right Hearing Protection for Your Job

06/07/22

PPE for 3 Major Electrical Hazards

05/17/22

PPE for Universal Precautions

03/09/22

Gender-Specific PPE: Finding PPE Fit for Women

02/24/22

Guide to Heated Jackets and Heated Apparel for Working in Winter

01/10/22

Avoid OSHA Citations: How to Properly Store PPE

12/09/21

What Safety Shoes Are Best for Construction, Healthcare and Other Industries?

11/30/21

Electrical Gloves: 5 Things You Should Know

04/27/21

Procure the Right PPE for Chemical Manufacturing

11/02/20

N95 Masks vs. Surgical Masks vs. Cloth Masks: What's the Difference?

06/10/20

Composite-Toe Vs. Steel-Toe Boots: Understanding Protective Footwear

11/17/19

4 Respirator Myths and Facts

07/01/19

5 Considerations for Choosing the Right Safety Gloves

07/01/19

Don’t Make These 3 Mistakes with Your Company's Footwear Program

07/01/19

How to Put On a Fall Protection Harness

05/16/19

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