Most people know that rust is a common environmental phenomenon. Safety managers and those that use industrial safety equipment know that rust is not only a natural reaction, but it can also be a sign of imminent equipment failure. Rust can form on iron or iron alloys, including steel. Flaky, reddish-brown rust forms on these […]
Tag: Fall Protection
Before & After: Accomodating a Last-Minute Change to a Customized Solution
After exploring multiple options, in early 2016, a global automotive supplier eventually made the decision to convert a second-floor storage room into a conference room. While normally such a project would take little more than clearing out some dusty boxes, seldom-used equipment and whatever else might be hidden away in a storage room, this one […]
Before & After: Dallas Episcopal School Graduates their Safety
The most cited OSHA standard in 2015 concerns fall protection (29 CFR 1926.501). Slips, trips and falls should of course be avoided in any workplace, but they are especially dangerous for those working from a height. This increased risk means it is essential for employees on roofs to have access to proper safety equipment. A […]
Bridging the Gap: How ErectaStep Can Improve Industrial Efficiency
At ErectaStep, we pride ourselves on improving workplace efficiency. That’s one of the reasons why our product has so many configurations — to account for each unique working challenge you and your employees may be facing.
Compliant Fall Prevention Protects Companies and Employees
Every job site has its share of potential challenges that could impact safety. It’s up to the project managers to implement effective fall protection that meets those challenges. Employees trust their employer to provide a safe working environment — and that’s where appropriate fall protection equipment does the job.
What Are the Benefits of Modular Stair and Work Platforms?
There are some very dangerous places in this world that workers still need to access. When you’re working high above the ground, a fall or slip is not only dangerous, but fatal. Companies can’t afford to put their employees in harm’s way. They must use fall protection that works. OSHA insists that working equipment be […]
ErectaStep Introduces Higher, Stronger On-Demand Crossovers at MODEX
Company continues to pioneer mass customization of industrial safety-compliance and fall-protection solutions Andrews, S.C., March 16, 2016 ErectaStep LLC – the leader in on-demand OSHA-compliant stairs, crossovers and work platforms – is introducing higher, stronger system configurations at MODEX, “The Greatest Supply Chain Show on Earth.” MODEX takes place April 4-7 in Atlanta, GA, and ErectaStep […]