From apprentices honing their craft to the seasoned veteran of the trade, personal protective equipment serve as a personal line of defense against workplace hazards.

At the top of the hierarchy is the most effective control measure - elimination. This involves identifying and removing hazards entirely.

The welding air quality studies were carried out by Zehnder Clean Air Solutions, a company specializing in the supply of air filtration systems to industry.

Operators of facilities that use ammonia refrigeration equipment must write and enforce standard operating procedures, buy the proper personal protective equipment (PPE), and practice what they preach with regard to safety — not only from top to bottom in their own organizations, but also with visitors, contractors, and other industry stakeholders.

Klein Tools has expanded its Journeyman™ Gloves line, designed specifically for trade professionals who may encounter cuts, scrapes, impact injuries, and vibration injuries on a regular basis.