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CONSTRUCTION SAFETY
8 Beat the Heat with a Cool Summer Construction
Safety Plan
While summer has a while to arrive, now is the time to start
planning for heat safety.
11 12 16 18 20 22 Anatomy of Safety in Construction
The critical importance of safety in construction and how
PPE’s role in protecting workers.
Laying a Strong Foundation for Connected
Safety on the Construction Jobsite
A fi ve-step guide for implementing connected safety for
construction workers and setting your organization up for
success.
IH: GAS DETECTION
Emerging Trends in Industrial Gas Detection:
2025 and Beyond
Technology, regulations & increased focus on safety are
transforming gas monitoring.
PPE: HAND PROTECTION
The Science Behind Safety Gloves: 5 Factors
That Make or Break Hand Protection
The right safety gloves can mean the difference between
safety and costly risks. These fi ve criti-cal factors will help
you make the best choice for protecting your workforce.
PPE: PROTECTIVE APPAREL
The Science Behind High-Visibility Protective
Fabrics
Workers in high-risk work environments need to feel
confi dent their fl ame-resistant clothing will also help them
be seen by others.
PPE: FOOT PROTECTION
Step Up Your Safety: Why Footwear PPE
Matters
Understanding the essential elements of footwear protection
in tough, high-risk industries.
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TRAINING: SOFTWARE
TRAINING: SOFTWARE
24 24 4 Ways to Create Employee Safety &
4 Ways to Create Employee Safety &
Compliance Training Programs That Stick
Compliance Training Programs That Stick
Well-trained workers are three times more likely to stay with
Well-trained workers are three times more likely to stay with
their employer, so how do you ensure your safety training is
their employer, so how do you ensure your safety training is
up to the task?
up to the task?
SUMMER HAZARDS
28 Protecting Yourself from Summer Hazards
Preventing seasonal injuries and illnesses due to heat,
humidity and sun.
EMERGENCY SHOWERS & EYEWASH
31 The Rush to Flush
Emergency shower and eyewash equipment is vital for
employees facing chemical hazards.
FALL PROTECTION
34 Elevating Fall Protection Through Innovations
and Best Practices
The critical elements of fall protection involve identifying
hazards, implementing safety solu-tions, embracing
innovation, and fostering a culture of safety leadership.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
37 Applied Electrical Safety for High Voltage DC
Systems
The HVDC systems used in a variety of emerging applications
are not as well understood.
39 LOCKOUT/TAGOUT
Advantages of Traditional Lockout/Tagout vs.
Electronic Lockout/Tagout Procedures
The pros and cons of traditional LOTO procedures versus
modern electronic LOTO systems, and how each method
impacts safety, effi ciency, and compliance with safety
standards.
HEAD PROTECTION
42 The Differences Between Type I and Type II
Head Protection
Safety professionals must understand ANSI performance
requirements, OSHA recommenda-tions, and other factors to
make the best determination.
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6 From the Editor
46 Product Spotlights
49 Advertiser Index
50 Breakthrough Strategies
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