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PK Safety Supply is excited to offer fifteen percent off Coretex hand sanitizer until March 20, 2012! Just visit www.pksafety.com and enter the code CLEAN15 at checkout for instant savings! Let’s go in for a closer look at this great product.

Over the past few years, alcohol-based hand sanitizers have become increasingly popular, both for convenience and effectiveness at fighting germs. These gels are more than a fad. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommend using alcohol sanitizers on the job if the hands are not visibly dirty. In multiple studies, the gels have removed 99% of harmful germs, which far exceeds the stats displayed by traditional hand washing.

Sinks and bathrooms are not necessarily the cleanest places. It is likely you have used a bathroom at some point in your life that make you feel as though sanitation was an alien concept to the proprietors! Another problem with traditional hand washing concerns time. For instance, health care professionals or chefs need every spare second and the quick dry time of these products, coupled with their germ killing power, explains why it is very likely to see a dispenser of alcohol-based hand sanitizer in nearly every room of a hospital or clinic.

Coretex products have long been a standard in effectiveness and range of choice. Their line of hand sanitizers is no exception. Not only do they boast superior germ killing power, but they have added nutrients and vitamins that ensure the health of the skin, such as aloe vera and vitamins A and E. PK’s selection of Coretex sanitizers come in a variety of sizes—from one ounce to one gallon—that are perfect for the glove compartment, tackle box, boat, kitchen, cubicle, or waiting room. A dispenser for hand sanitizers sends a powerful message to customers or co-workers that their health is a central concern. Also, workplaces that devote attention to cleanliness have far fewer absences and boast higher productivity and worker happiness. With PK Safety’s generous discount, all of these benefits come with increased savings. Stock up today!

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PK is excited to offer 15% off Aervoe collapsible safety cones with LED beacons until March 12, 2012. Just enter the coupon code CONE15 at checkout for instant savings. From a young age, we in the good old US of A are conditioned to think “Caution!” when we see a big orange cone. So important is this knowledge that the Federal Highway Commission published a key book of rules called the Manual on Uniform Traffic Devices, or MUTCD. Among outlawing such things as blue stop signs and traffic lights that turn purple, the MUTCD has extensive rules concerning the physical characteristics of traffic cones.

I’ll save you some light reading. Aervoe’s collapsible safety cones follow every rule in the MUTCD and have many other cool features that make them the best safety cones on the market. They collapse into a compact little package that is only a couple inches thick, have a weighted base that prevents them from getting blown away to destinations unknown, and have a bright red LED beacon that is impossible to ignore.

The collapsible nature of these cones guarantees a lot more room in the truck or job site. It can fit in any decent sized glove box and is a perfect accessory to a tool kit in any car, boat, or motorcycle. The best safety gear falls within regulations and makes life easier. Aervoe cones do just that. Shop now with our special discount!

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PK is excited to shave 15% off all ErgoKneel mats until March 5,2012. Just enter ERGO15 at checkout for instant savings. Imagine that the physical demands of your job were equal to those of sitting in your favorite easy chair. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Sadly, few of us have this luxury, but ergonomics can give it to us in bits and pieces. Ergonomics is a branch of product design that is focused on creating objects with the body’s physical comfort in mind. From cell phones to steering wheels, the effects of ergonomics are vast and at work in areas where we least expect it.

ErgoKneel mats are products that combine the science of ergonomics with the practical durability that the grittiest and most physically demanding jobs require. If your job involves standing all day, the large floor mats will save the entire body from the stress and fatigue that standing on a hard surface promises. ErgoKneel also makes portable mats that are a lifesaver for the knees in any task that involves kneeling, whether it is changing a tire, fixing a furnace, or gardening.

The ergonomically designed closed-cell foam rubber guarantees a soft landing for the body, but these mats overflow with features that make them top of the line. All of its surfaces are impervious to liquids and petroleum products and can be easily cleaned with soap, water, or solvents. The non-conductive rubber does not compression set and guarantees the ultimate in comfort with every use.

Added comfort at an affordable price reduces fatigue and increases productivity at a sustainable level. Try one now with the ERGO15 coupon code and immediately notice the difference.

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Steel-Toe.  It just sounds American. A steel-toe boot can deal with just about anything.  It’s a tool as well as a protective foot covering.  How often have you used that steel-toed boot to move something along, or help you pry away a board that you are also working with your hands?

The steel-toed Monarch PVC boots from Onguard are 16 in. tall and allow you to slog through the muck or mud.  Kick a rock or drop a wrench?  That doesn’t matter if you are wearing knee-high PVC boots with a steel toe cover and reinforced shank.  It’s like wearing armor.

Boots like this can lead the way.  They repel water and mud, of course.  They are 100% waterproof.  They also have excellent resistance to caustic materials and acids.  That’s right – protection from acid.  The Monarch black PVC steel-toe boots are (sort of) like something a superhero would wear.  Granted the superhero’s boots would probably allow you to fly or climb slick vertical walls, but for $18.50 you get acid protection and can kick a concrete step without feeling much.  And that’s pretty good.  Plus these boots comply with ASTM F2413-05.  Superhero boots?  Not compliant.

The deep grooves in the soles give excellent traction in slippery situations, and they are amazingly comfortable to wear, even when you are kicking rocks.  The Monarch PVC steel-toe boots have a cleated outsole and a replaceable cushion insole.  This means they are comfy on the inside and “cleated” – which we take to mean “like wearing cleats” on the outside.

16 in. sides will keep whatever the road throws at you out of your boots.   And if you want to adjust the size, it is easy to make them shorter: Just get your retractable utility knife out and whack them down to 12 in. at the cut off band.

These rubber boots from Onguard aren’t really rubber boots at all, they’re PVC: Injection molded.  They are also made of recycled materials and are made in the USA.  When you want to take your boots off at the end of the day, there is a smart triangular lug at the back of each boot that makes it easier to kick them off.  And while these boots are pure PVC, if you have a descent pair of socks, they are surprisingly comfortable for all day wear.  If they get dirty, spray them down to clean them, and if any moisture that gets inside they can easily be dried out quickly.

The Monarch steel-toe PVC boots from Onguard let you wade into your work and get it done.  The steel toe cap will save you from so many bangs and bruises, you probably won’t ever want to wear anything else when it comes to the dirty work of jumping in and taking care of business.

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PK is excited to slash fifteen percent off the cost of our work aprons, a perfect accessory for a wide range of undertakings in which added protection is not a plus, but a must. Simply enter APRON15 at checkout between now and February 23, 2012 for this great deal on a must-have item.

Why do we have aprons on a safety site? Imagine you’re on Family Feud and the question is “uses for an apron.” Depending on the field you’re in, your first choice may not match what the survey says! Why? The general image of an apron involves a kitchen and some cookies, but those kinds of frilly things are entirely out of place in tougher, more dangerous arenas that demand tough as nails protection.

Our industrial apron is made of nitrile, a super tough rubber compound. Medical gloves made of nitrile are three times stronger than those made of conventional latex. Built to last, its heavy duty reinforced grommets and nylon ties keep this apron where it should be and allows it to fit all shapes and sizes of worker.

This apron is both sturdy and far more resistant to oils and acids than natural rubber, making it perfect for high impact, dirty jobs like industrial maintenance, chemical manufacturing, or food processing. For the industrial and chemical fields, the added repellant strength of nitrile protects the wearer against grease contamination or chemical burns. Oil-based paint and the oil-based solvents used to clean these materials quickly destroy cotton or plastic aprons, so think of what it can do to your skin. Artists such as painters or printmakers could benefit from wearing one of these aprons, as could housepainters. A lot happens to that big, juicy steak before it hits the grill, and most of what happens is not pretty. In the food processing industry, the nitrile surface is easily disinfected and helps combat contamination of food products. Anti-bacterial pre-treatment of the nitrile blend adds to the safety that it brings to the world of food prep.

The possible uses for this apron truly run the gamut of human creativity and productivity. Pick one up today and know the feeling of comfort that added safety brings to any undertaking.

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Worn properly an earplug like the Howard Leight Max NRR 33 can be used in noise up to 110 dB(A).  110 dB is roughly equivalent to someone blowing a whistle a couple feet from your ear.  Aside from being extremely irritating, it’s very dangerous for your ear.  120dB is typically recognized as the pain threshold and the point where damage to your ear can happen very quickly.

On their website, the Howard Leight company writes that the best earplug is the one that is worn properly, and we might add comfortably.  We’ve found over the years that safety equipment that is comfortable and easy to wear is more likely to be used than alternates that are cumbersome or irritating.

To help you wear your ear plugs both comfortably and properly, we’ve taken a couple pictures to demonstrate the proper technique.  Howard Leight also has a pretty nice video if you still can’t quite get those plugs in.

To properly fit an earplug, here are a couple of easy to use tips that will make it easier and more effective.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roll the ear plug with clean hands into as narrow a tube as you can.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reach over your head with your free hand and pull you ear gently up and slightly out to help open up the ear canal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Insert the rolled up earplug with a slight turning motion until it is well inside your ear canal.  The entire length of the plug should fit inside the ear with only a small amount protruding. (See photos).  Hold the ear plug gently in place for 30-40 seconds as the foam expands so it doesn’t work its way out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the ear plug doesn’t seem to fit properly, remove it and try again.  If you are new to wearing ear plugs, there is a natural tendency to only put a small amount of the plug into the canal.  These soft earplugs will not damage the ear, and are made to be fit deeper and to expand fully to best protect your hearing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Once you have inserted the ear plug, you will hear and feel it expand to fill the canal.  If you are not used to this, it can be an odd, but not a painful, sensation.  As long as the ear plugs remain clean and free from rips and tears they may be re-used, but at our great prices, you may as well treat yourself to a new pair each time you need ear protection.

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One of the best things for the New Year is a new gadget that makes the home safer. Better still is scoring such a gadget at a discount. The BOLO Portable Gas Leak Detector from Nova Systems is a great little gas detector for home usage. It can detect dangerous levels of natural gas, propane, hydrogen, and butane. Some of these gases have a smell and some do not. Those that smell can often get lost in a space where other smells are more dominant. You might think your nose knows, but sometimes, it does not. The BOLO is a great way to guarantee safety in any job that involves these gases, such as stove installation or barbecuing.

Beyond its safety guarantees, the BOLO is super-convenient. Its gas detecting wand folds into the unit, so it is about the size of a cell phone. It can easily fit in your shirt pocket or in a belt pouch. You don’t need some rare, super expensive battery for the gas sniffer, either. It runs for eight hours on two AAs. If you’re hard on gadgets, then use the accompanying hard carrying case to keep it safe and it will return the favor.

PK is excited to offer this BOLO Gas Sniffer at ten percent off between now and January 15, 2012.  So make one of your resolutions to steer clear of dangerous gases and pick up one of these BOLOs. Just enter the coupon code BOLO10 at checkout to receive your discount.

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Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season.   We will be back to our regular posting routine on January 2nd, 2012.

 

Please Note:  These holiday hats do not meet OSHA or ANSI standards for hard hat safety or fall safety.  They are just for fun.

 

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People contact us all the time asking for reflective vests that meet the ANSI Class 3 requirements.   The fact is there is no Class 3 vest unless you are Andre the Giant and wear a size 4XL.

Class 3 (or Class III) “vests” are designed to provide the highest level of visibility in extreme weather situations and around traffic going more than 50 mph.  They are required to have 1,240 inches of fluorescent background fabric and 310 inches of reflective material.  That much fabric is going to make one heck of big vest.  That’s why the typical garment that meets the minimum Class 3 requirement is actually a short sleeve shirt with reflective tape.

This fact, however, will not stop everyone from calling them Class 3 vests.  Try not to let it bother you too much.

So what are the differences between Class 2 and Class 3 vest requirements?  About 465 square inches of fluorescent material and about 109 inches of reflective tape.  Class 3 vests are designed to provide great visibility during intense weather such as hurricanes or blizzards, or to be worn by emergency personnel and traffic teams working on freeways and highways.  Class 2 vests are designed for moderate risk: school crossings, parking lots, traffic direction.  Because of the less stringent requirements, they are smaller than Class 3 vests.

For more information about the apparel requirements, check this handy 3M information sheet on ANSI 107-2004

Click here to see PK Safety Supply’s work clothing and reflective safety apparel

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Traditional incendiary flares look like big fireworks and give off lots of sparks and smoke. Perhaps you played with some as a kid. I know I did, and I have the scars to prove it!

PK Safety is happy to announce that we have begun carrying the new Aervoe Super LED road flare. This Aervoe uses extremely bright LED lights rather than an incendiary charge, so chances of being burned are gone, it won’t ignite anything, and does not give off poison gas. It can last a whopping 6-10 hours on a single charge, versus the fifteen minutes of a traditional incendiary flare, and it is possible to recharge it with an accompanying car attachment. It is a good idea to get a few of these, so that you can recharge one while the others are running and then switch them out when needed. Also, this thing can take a serious beating. It still works if a truck runs over it and can be submerged to a depth of fifty feet. The flare also floats and has a magnet on the back in case you need to attach it to the back of your car or truck.

With the holidays approaching, more bad drivers and increasingly icy conditions make roads riskier than normal. New LED flares like the Aervoe Super LED lend an aura of safety to already risky situations. With that in mind, PK is pleased to offer this breakthrough product at ten percent off from now until Christmas day when you enter the code AERVOE10 at checkout. Pick up a few today. I will guarantee that being burned by a flare is not something you will miss.

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