Category Archives: General

Three Key Points in Defining Thermal Hazard Mitigation Programs

It is every employer’s goal to keep its workers safe on the job, but providing for the safety of your employees requires a holistic approach. Forming just one dimension of a hazard mitigation program, personal protective equipment (PPE) can be extremely beneficial when specified correctly. It is important, though, to look at a safety program comprehensively, so we asked our training experts, two of which will be attending the Petroleum Safety Conference at the end of this month, to share three key aspects to consider when building your program.

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Illustrating NFPA 70E Updates

When the 2018 edition of NFPA 70E went into effect, many within the industry took time to explore how the standard changes would affect both employers and workers. There are a number of articles you can turn to on the subject; indeed, even Westex by Milliken has penned a few articles expanding on what the changes mean.

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What “88/12 FR” Means

In our line of work, it is critical to understand the needs of our customers. From the nature of the daily hazards you face to the ever-important subject of budgets, Westex by Milliken understands that a number of factors go into selecting the right arc-rated/flame resistant (AR/FR) fabric for a company’s personal protective equipment (PPE) program.

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5 VENTAJAS DE LA TELA IGNÍFUGA DE ALTO DESEMPEÑO WESTEX DH

Incidentes con arcos eléctricos y fuegos repentinos son una realidad cotidiana para los trabajadores de las empresas de electricidad y de petróleo y gas. Para ayudar a mantener los trabajadores seguros en su día a día, los profesionales requieren protección continua, además de indumentarias específicas para determinadas tareas. Las prendas ignífugas de uso diario, como camisas de trabajo, pantalones y pantalones vaqueros, son una solución fácil para que estos trabajadores estén adecuadamente protegidos en caso de un arco eléctrico o un fuego repentino. Descargar

CUATRO PARTES AFECTADAS POR LAS ACTUALIZACIONES DE LA NFPA 70E

Como norma de la industria, NFPA 70E presenta los elementos de un programa de seguridad eléctrica para proteger a los trabajadores de los peligros eléctricos de alto riesgo – estos a que los trabajadores tienen contacto cada día. OSHA establece claramente el que, los empleadores deben proteger sus empleados de los peligros eléctricos y la NFPA 70E informa como. Descargar

5 Benefits of Westex® DH Performance FR Fabric

Unexpected arc flash and short-duration thermal exposure from fire hazards, also known as flash fire, are a daily reality for electric utility and oil and gas workers. To help keep workers safe on the job, industrial personnel require ongoing hazard protection in addition to specific attire for certain tasks. Everyday FR apparel, such as work shirts, pants and jeans, is an easy solution for these workers to be adequately protected in the event of an arc flash or short-duration thermal exposure from fire.

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PROGRAMA DE PRENDAS DE PROTECCIÓN BASADO EN TAREAS VS. USO DIARIO

Estudio de Caso sobre los Programas de Prendas

Satisfacer las necesidades de los trabajadores y los requisitos de la industria puede ser una tarea difícil. La cantidad y variedad de equipos de protección disponibles en el mercado dificulta la definición de un camino para la implantación y actualización de un Programa de EPP’s, principalmente en el sector eléctrico.

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Hi-Vis FR

Combining High-Visibility & FR Resistance for Multi-Hazard Protection

Workers in utility and oil and gas industries have specific needs for high-visibility and FR protection on the job. They operate in areas with large amounts of electrically charged equipment and flammable materials, often during nighttime and in complex settings.

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