Topics: hazards, PPE, Facility Safety, Protective Footwear, Bacon's Safety Tips, educational, Foot Protection
When it comes to unnecessary injuries and deaths on the job, it’s no laughing matter. Bacon takes workplace safety very seriously — especially in the case of slips, trips and falls. Did you know that slip, trip and fall incidents make up the majority of general industry accidents? That’s kind of ... Read More
Topics: PPE, Respiratory Safety, Respiratory
Protecting Workers from Silica Exposure OSHA rolled out a final rule on respirable crystalline silica (June 23, 2016) and its bringing some big time changes over the next 5 years. Considering it only takes a small amount of that stuff to create monumental health risks, some changes are definitely ... Read More
Topics: PPE, Hand Protection, chemical protection
Did you happen to overlook hand protection? You're running through your mental checklist of personal protective equipment (PPE) that you are going to need to have on-site. Keeping your workers safe is always a major concern and you know there is always the potential to overlook something ... Read More
Topics: Flashlights, PPE, Lighting
Think you're flashlight savvy? Bacon The Pig, our safety mascot, sheds some light on a few important flashlight facts to help you prepare to on any job, in any condition. Make your job easier with the right tools and avoid the boom by choosing the right flashlight!! Flashlights are more than ... Read More
Topics: PPE, Disposable clothing, FR Clothing, Protective clothing
Certain work environments require higher levels of protection from hazards, chemicals, particulates, dust, dirt and grime. For workers that may be exposed to hazardous material, it's so important to make sure they have the personal protective equipment (PPE) they need to avoid serious health risks. ... Read More
Topics: PPE, Product Spotlight, Respiratory Safety, Respirators, Respiratory
Watch as Dave walks through the features of the GVS Elipse P100 NIOSH Respirator: Follow the link to learn more about this respirator over in the Quad City Safety Store. Selecting the right respirator for the job is just the beginning. Want even more awesome content? Just check out this article on ... Read More
Topics: PPE, Safety Glasses, Safety Goggles, Product Spotlight, Eye Protection, Eye & Head protection
These Pyramex I-Force Safety Goggles have got you covered! Watch as Dave reviews the features and highlights of the Pyramex I-Force Safety Googles. Isn't it awesome to be able to get expert reviews of the safety goggles you need to stay safe on the job? Follow the link to learn more about the ... Read More
Topics: Respirator Fit Tests, PPE, Facility Safety, Respirator safety, Respirator Health, Respiratory
If you work in areas where you could possibly breathe in particulates, vapors or fibers, you probably already know that wearing respirators is crucial to your health and safety. You don’t want to breathe in harmful materials, so you wear your mask. But did you know that regular fit testing is the ... Read More
