How to Keep an Indoor Space Ventilated While Painting When painting indoors, it is important to take precautions to ensure your safety. Inhaling paint fumes and chemicals can be harmful as many paints and painting supplies emit fumes and contain harmful chemicals. To avoid breathing these in, it is important to stay properly ventilated . …
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On any job site with high altitudes, you should use a roofing harness. It’s hard to imagine climbing up a ladder and working on the edge of a high-rise building not feeling safe. Unfortunately, accidents can happen to even the most experienced workers. In fact, according to OSHA reports from 2010-2011 , falls from roofs …
Roofing guardrails are a very important piece of safety equipment. Every year, dozens of men and women are killed or injured while working on a roof. Many of these deaths could have been prevented if proper safety precautions had been taken. A guardrail is one of the most important types of safety equipment that can …
When purchasing tools you need to ensure that they are of high quality so as to serve their intended purposes. The same principle applies when searching for construction equipment, only the consequences of using low quality construction equipment are greater than using poor quality hand tools. Low grade building materials can lead to large unexpected …
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Creating a safe work environment is so important to both your employees and the health of your business. There are so many factors that go into creating a culture of safety, including taking every possible precaution, identifying risks, and using tools that can prevent accidents. Identify Potential Risks If you don’t know what risks your …
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Just like you need a hard hat when working, it is also important for you to have other forms of protection depending on the job site conditions. Safety equipment of all kinds is especially important when doing electrical work of any kind. This includes proper insulation from any electrical currents, including gloves, boots, and protection …
Excavators are used for many different construction projects. When it comes to operating one, there are some safety tips to follow to ensure you are safe on the job. Here are some safety tips for the next time you use an excavator: UNDERSTANDING YOUR EXCAVATOR Every excavator is different, so before you do anything, read …
When working on a roof, it can be hard to find your balance and keep yourself sturdy. You don’t want to fall and injure yourself or others. At Atlantic Equipment, we provide equipment to keep roofers safe. Here are some safety tips you should follow when working on a roof: MAKE SURE YOUR LADDER IS …
Fresh, clean air is so essential to keep you healthy. Being outside in the fresh air keeps us alive and well. On job sites and construction sites, it’s just as important to get good quality air. That’s where ventilation systems come in. Here are some facts about ventilation and the benefits of using ventilation supplies …
Handling asphalt and the machinery involved with it can always lead to safety concerns. Asphalt can burn your skin, the machinery can injure you, and the fumes can be toxic when inhaled. Do you want to protect yourself around asphalt? Here are some ways to stay safe while using or being around asphalt at a …
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