Ergodyne announced a major addition to their Skullerz lineup of personal protective equipment with the launch of their new hard hats — available in full-brim or cap style and Class C or Class E protection. This line of hard hats is a first for the company. “We’ve gotten some great feedback from our field testers…
Safety in the wind industry: PSG’s Oliver Auston shares his insight
Oliver Auston, Chief Innovation Officer with Pure Safety Group (PSG), joins us for a discussion on fall protection and safety in the wind industry. PSG is an independent provider of fall protection equipment and training. Learn more here. During our talk, Oliver also points out other organizations dedicated to standards and guidelines for work at…
Safer wind work: A Q&A with Tech Safety Lines’ Reggie Ham
Safety is paramount at any job site and, particularly, at a wind site where workers are typically dozens of feet above the ground. Reggie Ham, Technical Operations Manager with Tech Safety Lines (TSL), recently shared his insight on fall-protection and safety with Windpower Engineering & Development. Ham was a wind technician for eight years prior…
A few more products from WINDPOWER 2019
AWEA’s WINDPOWER 2019 wrapped up last week in Houston, with sights set on Denver, Colorado for June of 2020. This year’s event brought the onshore and (soon-to-be) U.S. offshore sectors together, with insightful displays and information on new and updated gear and equipment for safer job sites, technicians, and wind turbines. We took snapshots of…
Workers can now stay cool in summer, thanks to Ergodyne’s new Change Phase Vest
Ergodyne will be keeping workers cool in the heat this summer with the launch of its new Lightweight Phase Change Cooling Vest. Designed to be 30 to 60% lighter weight than other cooling vests on the market, this vest maintains temperature of 59° F for up to two hours when activated. Most cooling vests work…
Why transparency is critical in offshore wind vessel operations
Leading crew-transfer vessel (CTV) operators are driving for more transparency in vessel performance as the market seeks to “level the playing field” in offshore wind support. This is according to UK-based Reygar, provider of remote-monitoring and reporting platforms to the marine industry. Its BareFLEET system is used by many offshore wind CTV operators. Although project…
PSG launches new self-retracting lifelines for fall protection
Pure Safety Group (PSG), the largest company dedicated solely to fall protection, has unveiled a new lineup of three self-retracting lifelines (SRLs). The SRLs are part of the company’s new product launches for this year. PSG has plans to release more than 20 new products for keeping workers at height safe in construction, energy, utilities,…
Three O&M ideas for cranes and lifting equipment
By Denis Hogan, Performance & Special Projects Manager Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) As the wind industry grows and developers contemplate taller turbines that reach stronger winds so, too, does its requirements for safe lifting equipment. Similar to fall-protection gear, tower lifts and cranes must adhere to strict safety standards and OEMs face unique…
Bat fatalities reduced by 67% at EDF wind farm
A trial of NRG Systems’ Bat Deterrent System at the Pilot Hill Wind Project in Illinois yielded an overall reduction in bat fatalities of 67%, and greater reductions with species commonly affected by wind projects. The results of the trial were announced by EDF Renewables, the developer and owner of the Pilot Hill Wind Project, at…
The Three T’s of dropped-object prevention
Wind-turbine technicians face the challenging task of climbing a couple of hundred feet or more up-tower and safely transporting the plethora of tools required for working atop their towering workplace. This is typically done with proper tethering, ensuring tools are securely fastened to a tech’s body while climbing — or if the wind speeds or…
Working together for offshore wind success
One way the U.S. offshore wind industry can optimize project developments and better ensure ROIs is to learn from the experience of others — and that’s precisely what those spearheading the offshore sector in the country are doing. Europe and the UK are decades ahead in offshore wind, so the United States is seeking advice,…
Seacat ensures highest standard of safety with updated health-check contract
Class-leading offshore energy support vessel (OESV) operator, Seacat Services, has extended its vessel inspection agreement with Specialist Marine Consultants (SMC), a health and safety advisory to the marine and energy industry. The agreement marks the second year that SMC has been contracted to carry out the Marine Inspection for Small Workboats (eMISW) for the 14-strong…
Gear Keeper offers new ANSI-compliant, side-release wrist lanyard
Gear Keeper’s new ANSI-121 compliant Deluxe TL1-2007 side-release wrist lanyard system for tools up to five pounds is ideal for use when a short drop length is critical, such as when climbing or working in close quarters. Unlike an “off-the-shelf” lanyard, which can actually become a safety hazard, all Gear Keeper tethering systems are backed…
Global wind training standards kept more than 74,000 wind workers safe in 2018
A group of the worlds’ largest wind-turbine manufacturers and owners have re-affirmed their commitment to use globally recognized minimum safety training standards for workers across the world. Global Wind Organisation (GWO), a non-profit body owned by 16 leading wind energy companies, has reported rapid rises in the numbers of people trained to its standards. GWO…
Ergodyne offers new line of touchscreen-friendly, protective work gloves
Ergodyne’s line of ProFlex Work Gloves are made for the hazards of an average, everyday job site. The new ProFlex 710BLK and 812BLK Black Tactical gloves feature high levels of comfort, precision, and protection and are ideal for construction workers, according to Ergodyne. Additionally, the gloves’ touchscreen-friendly thumbs and index fingers let wearers tap, type and text without removing…
The top 10 electrical safety mistakes
Think that it’s possible to multi-task while working with a live circuit? Or that there’s nothing to fear about low voltage? Think again is the answer from experts at Fluke, a manufacturer of industrial test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment The company wants workers to be safe and recently released the top 10 electrical safety mistakes. 1.…
PSG unveils two next-generation series of fall-protection harnesses
Pure Safety Group (PSG), the largest company dedicated solely to fall protection, has unveiled two new products to complete its series line-up of three Guardian Fall Protection safety harnesses, with applications for keeping workers at height safe in many real-life work scenario. All harnesses meet OSHA standards, exceed ANSI standards and are pending CSA certification.…
Meet the enhanced GWO training standards
Every construction site presents certain risks or hazards and this is particularly true of wind sites. Wind farms pose a safety challenge to techs and engineers because of the chance of falls and dropped objects. The harsh conditions typical at wind sites only heighten these concerns. Strong wind gusts or frigid temperatures can quickly and…
Ergodyne intros new breathable, cut-resistant work gloves
Ergodyne’s new ProFlex ANSI Level 4 Cut-Resistant Gloves are breathable, cool to the touch, with extreme grip reliability (with “pick a dime off the floor” dexterity, according to the company). “Imitation seems to run rampant in this specific PPE category,” says Aaron Skemp, product specialist, Ergodyne. “So we wanted to push forward with something truly new…
PSG launches new fall-protection harness series
Pure Safety Group (PSG), the largest company dedicated solely to fall protection, has unveiled its Guardian Fall Protection S1 safety harness. The S1 is the first in a series of innovative new harnesses designed with three levels of features for various work scenarios. “The S series is the PSG jump start on 2019,” said Oliver…