The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) have developed a first-in-the-industry standard aimed at helping employers reduce the risk of dropped objects incidents in industrial and occupational settings. ANSI/ISEA 121-2018, American National Standard for Dropped Object Prevention Solutions establishes minimum design, performance, and labeling requirements for solutions and testing that mitigate…
Safety Today introduces work gloves featuring ANSI cut-level 4 protection
Safety Today introduces the Brass Knuckle CR4300 (BKCR4300) work gloves, featuring ANSI cut-level 4 protection and a “hold-tight” latex coating on full-finger and palm. The crinkle grip pattern enhances dexterity, reduces the likelihood of sprains and minimizes fatigue. The gloves are made of a high-density polyethylene (HDPE)—a low-lint, continuous filament yarn that is stronger than…
ANSI provides an umbrella to cover fall protection standards
For those who design fall protection equipment, ANSI standards provide guidance for what the equipment should be capable of. That organization has been working on a series of the standards over the years to protect those who work at height. For users, the ANSI Z359 series means tested equipment meets minimal conditions, and possibly more.…