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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

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

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

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,

The blisteringly hot temperatures of summer are hard on all of us, but especially for those working in construction. In the mid-Atlantic regions of PA, DE, MD and NJ, the humidity can often rise to 90 percent, creating an even more dangerous working environment. If you work in this field,

Have you heard of the Move-Over Law? If you haven’t you are not alone. Although all fifty states have some variation of the Move-Over Law many motorists still have not heard of it. Though each state varies on wording and penalties, the concept is the same. When you approach an