How to Report a Reckless Driver to PennDOT
While road rage is common, it’s not something to take lightly. One reckless driver can endanger everyone on the road around them, causing serious accidents and even fatalities. That’s why you must know how to report reckless driving to PennDOT when you see it. How to Report Reckless Driving in Pennsylvania Below are the steps […]
Differences Between Hard Hats and Construction Helmets
While investing in head protection is a no-brainer for construction companies, choosing the correct gear type can be challenging. There are two primary types of protective head equipment — hard hats and construction helmets. Though these terms are often used interchangeably, they have varying characteristics. This guide will highlight both equipment types and address their […]
A New Generation of Head Protection: Are Helmets Replacing Hard Hats?
A New Generation of Head Protection: Are Hard Hats Being Replaced with Helmets? A new generation of head protection is now available at D.E. Gemmill’s retail location in York, PA. For over 60 years, hard hats construction went hand and hand, but we are seeing more construction companies incorporating safety helmets into their safety protocols […]
What Is FR Clothing? Your Guide to Flame-Resistant Clothing
About Flame-Resistant Clothing To ensure the safety and health of works, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) monitors guidelines and enforces occupational health and safety rules. In early 2010, they established new regulations requiring flame-resistant (FR) clothing for industries in which flash fire and electric arc flash hazards are or may exist. Any personnel […]
How to Practice Work Zone Safety
Traffic accidents are the biggest threat to workers in roadway work zones. In honor of Work Zone Awareness Week, which took place April 20-24, we’ve rounded up the most crucial safety measures and tips to keep workers and road users safe. Steps to Create Safer Work Zones Like any construction project, you must design a job […]