Eyeglasses have a tendency to fog. Whether it’s when you are exercising, moving outside into the heat after being in an air-conditioned car or...
Eyeglasses have a tendency to fog. Whether it’s when you are exercising, moving outside into the heat after being in an air-conditioned car or...
Part # DBE111264
Delta™ Comfort harnesses combine a set of "industry-first" advancements, with popular features making them the workhorse of the industry. Today's Delta™ represents the culmination of more than twenty years of design, research, manufacturing know-how and on-the-job performance. Delta™ harnesses are as tough as the guys who wear them. These Delta™ Comfort harnesses feature shoulder, back and leg padding, coated, corrosion-resistant hardware, and abrasion-resistant webbing and a build quality that is second to none. The padding wraps around you and incorporates vent windows allowing direct air contact and better circulation cooling the body.
Part # ERG8260FRHL
Type R Class 2 Flame Resistant Modacrylic Vest: ASTM F1506-certified modacrylic mesh fabric. Hook & loop closure and D-ring access.
Part # ISCMX60000A201
The MX6 iBrid™ is the first gas detector to feature a full-color LCD display screen. The display improves safety with clear readings in low light, bright light or anywhere in between. Whether the work is outside, inside or underground, it's easy to see what gas hazards lurk in the immediate work environment. Users can step through instrument settings and functions with an intuitive menu and the five-way navigation button. Plus, the MX6 iBrid is our most rugged instrument ever. It carries a lifetime warranty and is fully compatible with our DSX™ Docking Station and iNet®.
Part # ORRAAXP710PGCLA
XP710 visually correct lenses provide 99.9% protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays.The lenses meet and exceed the ANSI Z87.1-2015 high impact standards, CSA Z94.3-2015, Measurements: Base curve: 8. Width: 128 mm.
Part # MSL497A
The Master Lock 497A Heavy Duty Safety Tags feature durable polyester laminate to resist water, grease and extreme temperatures. The heavy duty construction withstands over 50 lbs. (23kg) of pull force to meet and comply with the OSHA lockout/tagout standards. The 7/16in (11mm) diameter brass grommet accepts all safety padlocks.
Part # X3614021205303
Part of 3M Scott’s NIOSH SCBA offering, the Air-Pak X3 SCBA was designed to improve comfort through a new shoulder strap configuration, better weight management, and improved hose and wire management. Non-verbal communications are also enhanced through an “external” HUD and optimally positioned “buddy” lights. The Air-Pak X3 SCBA was previously designed and certified as a NFPA compliant SCBA and can be ordered with either a CGA cylinder connection or a Snap-Change cylinder connection.
The utility industry builds and maintains the infrastructure needed to provide electricity, gas and water including wastewater and sewage, to the entire country. Whether working overhead, underground or on the street, exposure to electrical hazards, gas and the weather are just some of the inherent dangers that workers battle in the field. The pressure to meet customer expectations during natural disasters can also be challenging, especially if a crew is unfamiliar with the risks.
With the risk of injury so high, adhering to and complying with OSHA standards and other safety policies is an integral step in preventing injuries. The next step is ensuring your workers have and properly use the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. The experts at ORR Safety will partner with you to find the right PPE to keep your employees safe. ORR Safety offers industry-leading products that are OSHA compliant and provide protection for electrical workers such as the arc flash fall protection harnesses and instrumentation to protect gas and sewage workers from hazardous chemicals
The utility industry keeps America running and ORR Safety keeps American utility workers safe.
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By nature, a career in the utilities industry is one of the most dangerous lines of work in the world. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, there were 44 fatalities in the utilities industry in 2018. Twenty five percent of those fatalities were caused by exposure to harmful substances or environments including electrocution.
The failure to identify hazards and the failure to use the appropriate safety equipment are the two major factors contributing to utility industry injuries and deaths. Training your workers on the dangers they’re up against is just as important as providing them with the protective equipment necessary to do their job. Knowing where to look for accidents is critical in preventing them.
Data based on U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics survey of occupational injuries and illnesses. This data is from the 2018 U.S. survey.
Supplying power to homes, schools, businesses, and hospitals is a complex and risky operation. Shock, electrocution, and arc flash are the biggest threats to electricians and linemen. An estimated 80% of all electrical injuries are caused by electrical arcs created during ground faults, short circuits, and switching procedures.
Getting to, from, and around a job site is not often considered a dangerous part of the job but according to U.S. Bureau of labor and statistics, seven percent of all injuries and 30 percent of all fatalities were caused by transportation incidents. Roadway safety signage and being more alert, prepared and engaged while driving can go a long way in preventing tragic events.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, “... 2.3 incidents of injury and illness occur per 100 oil and gas workers each year.” Common industry hazards include toxic chemicals, fires, and confined spaces. To avoid employee injury and the possibility of leaking hazards into the environment, it’s critical for emergency procedures to be enforced at each facility.
Sewage and wastewater contain high amounts of bacteria, fungi, and viruses, which can mean deadly consequences for workers. When working in a treatment facility, it’s best to utilize engineering controls and PPE to prevent exposures. Common industry hazards include toxic chemicals, fires, and confined spaces. To avoid employee injury and the possibility of leaking hazards into the environment, it’s critical for emergency procedures to be enforced at each facility. Other hazards such as slips, trips, and falls are also common in these environments.
When servicing or performing maintenance on machinery, equipment must be powered off and the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures must be followed. By following these measures, employees will be alerted of potential danger and avoid being seriously injured, should the machine release hazardous energy. The unexpected startup of equipment can lead to electrocution, shocks, cuts, burns, pinching and even death.
Regulations like the ones listed below, equipment improvements, and the proper use of PPE have resulted in the decline of injuries and fatalities over the years. But even one injury is too many. The safety experts at ORR can help you navigate these regulations to ensure your workers get home safely.
OHSA 1926.501 - Fall Protection.This regulation addresses when fall protection equipment is required including walking/working surfaces, unprotected sides and edges, leading edges, hoist areas, holes, roofing, etc.
OSHA 1926.100 - Head Protection.This regulation covers when head protection must be worn, that employers must provide head protection and the equipment standard for the head protection that is worn.
OSHA 1910.269 - Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution.This section covers the operation and maintenance of electric power generation, control, transformation, transmission, and distribution lines and equipment.
OSHA 1910.1200 - Hazard Communication. The purpose of this section is to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are classified, and that information concerning the classified hazards is transmitted to employers and employees.
OSHA 1926.651 - Specific Excavations Requirements.
One-size-fits-few vending programs can become a thing of the past. ORR Safety offers a custom online ordering program that allows utility workers to order PPE and safety supplies that meet their specific needs and preferences. ORR’s custom online catalog offers an expanded range of quality PPE products and allows employees to choose from premier alternatives tailored to enhance fit, form, and function capabilities for their safety needs.
We can help you manage your safety program, control costs and standardize equipment. Contact a safety expert at ORR today to learn about: