Canadian Occupational Safety

25 2019 JUNE/JULY SAFEAIRLADDER REPORTS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The new Zistos SafeAirLADDER, patent pending, integrates gas metering electronics and alarms onto a ladder that is used to facilitate entry into a confined space. The gas metering sensor is mounted to the base of the ladder and is designed to be inserted into a confined space, such as a tanker truck, rail tanker or processing tank. The top of the ladder mounts onto the manway and has an integrated alarm console, which remains outside of the space. The console offers a visual and audible indication of atmospheric conditions as communicated from the metering sensor at the base of the ladder. When activated and inserted into a confined space, the ladder can alert a worker — and their manager — prior to entry that the atmosphere inside of the tank is not safe. Conditions are indicated via a yellow light (indeterminate state or malfunction), green light (safe environment) or red light (hazardous environment) in conjunction with a loud 120 decibel alarm. These visual and audible indicators provide local alarms for the worker and will alert them to a hazardous condition. Management can remotely monitor the status of all ladders inserted into confined spaces via WiFi on a smartphone, tablet or computer. PRODUCTS & SERVICES PREVENT DROPS WITH NEW TETHERING OPTIONS Ergodyne has announced the expansion of its Squids line of tool tethering systems to prevent dropped objects on the job. Tested to the ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 standard, Squids Coil Tool Lanyards offer workers multi-use versatility, easily attaching to hard hats and other small hand tools with single or dual carabiner options made of lightweight and durable aluminum. The tether's coiled design stretches from a compact 12 inches to 48 inches to prevent snag and tangle hazards in addition to dropped objects. "The coiled design makes for a low-profile, compact solution that stays out of the way when the tool's not in use," said Brent Velenchenko, senior product specialist, Ergodyne. "It's a popular choice for hard hats, but that's hardly the limit… They're also ideal for tools like smaller screwdrivers or hex wrenches." Three new tool tethering kits provide workers with everything they need to tether screwdrivers, hex keys, pliers, combination wrenches, mobile devices and power grinders. The 3194 Hand Tool Tethering Kit and the 3195 Cell Phone Tool Tethering Kit feature the new 3156 Coil Tool Lanyard in addition to other ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 compliant components to take the guesswork out the sometimes-confusing task of tethering small hand tools, mobile devices and other implements workers are taking to heights. WEBSITE DEVOTED TO PREVENTING OCCUPATIONAL DISEASE The Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) and the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) have collaborated to create Prevent Occupational Disease, an online repository of current and credible occupational disease resources from Canada and around the world. The website (www. preventoccdisease.ca) is aimed at reducing illness and fatalities associated with occupational sources and is intended to help employers, supervisors, safety and health practitioners and workers alike increase their understanding of occupational diseases and ways they may be prevented. "Occupational disease is a serious and poorly understood issue in Canada. Incidence numbers are high. Impact is delayed, debilitating and frequently fatal. This website is a critical step in raising awareness of health risks in the workplace and, most importantly, provides evidence-based knowledge that can drive prevention," said Valerie Wolfe, a regional executive director at OHCOW. The resources provided on the Prevent Occupational Disease website relate to the science and mechanics of prevention; common hazards and their identification, exposure assessment and control; specific occupations and industries where the risk of developing occupational disease is high; and internationally recognized occupational diseases including cancer, respiratory and skin diseases and musculoskeletal disorders. The website will be continually updated with new content and welcomes relevant submissions of free, accessible, non- commercial resources. DETACHABLE HOOD ON CHEMICAL PROTECTION JACKET Tingley Rubber Corporation has announced the addition of the Safetyflex Jacket with detachable hood and inner cuffs, style J41248, in sizes S – 5XL. "The innovative design on the hood connection points permits the use of a detachable hood, while preserving the integrity of the splash suit," said Robert Petersen, product manager for Tingley Rubber. "The hood fasteners are attached to a separate collar flange, which is then heat-sealed to the jacket. Since the fasteners do not penetrate the jacket, it is not compromised and there is no pathway for chemicals to migrate from the outside to the inside of the jacket." Made to resist industrial-strength acids, caustics and other chemicals, Safetyflex protective clothing is well-suited to demanding environments, including chemical handling, transport and storage, petrochemical drilling and refining and environmental cleanups. Heat-sealed seams and high- performance specialty PVC compounds result in 100 per cent waterproof clothing that provides superior protection and is comfortable to wear all day, said Tingley. The Safetyflex line includes a complete offering of jackets, overalls, coveralls, aprons and protective sleeves.

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