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The Hierarchy of Fall Protection is the preferred order of control to eliminate or reduce fall hazards. This methodology mirrors common safety practices for hazard abatement beginning with elimination and ending with administrative controls. Using the data collected from the...

This week we are reflecting on the lives lost due to work-related incidents and are featuring one of the many tragic incidents reported by OSHA in 2020. On a clear day, a 55-year-old worker with over 10 years of experience...

Falls from heights are a leading cause of injuries and fatalities in many industries, especially in construction, manufacturing, and transportation. To ensure the safety of workers, it is crucial to implement effective fall protection measures. However, with so many options...

  If you're in need of a safety anchor, it is a good idea to become acquainted with the purpose of a safety anchor and the different options that KwikSafety offers.  What is a fall protection safety anchor?  A safety...

A web sling is a versatile and reliable piece of lifting equipment used to safely move heavy objects in a variety of industries. Made from high-strength synthetic materials, such as nylon or polyester, a web sling is designed to wrap...

With all of the different applications for safety gear, it can be difficult to narrow down which safety harness you need to buy. Here at KwikSafety, we can aid consumers by proposing some questions that can help you make the...

To be sure you are prepared for more severe weather, a Bomber Safety Jacket is your best bet at staying safe and warm. A drop in temperature shouldn’t prevent you from discharging your duties. As you work, your safety is important,...

ANSI is a well known entity in the safety industry, but what is ANSI? ANSI stands for the American National Standards Institute. It is a federation that follows a voluntary standard system made up of end-users, manufacturers, and others who...

No, there is no such thing as a predetermined or mandated expiration date on fall protection harnesses. Neither OSHA or ANSI have current codes or standards that set a specific time period for taking a harness out of service. Even...