Safety Matters: The Importance of Safety Belts

A man with glasses and a beard, wearing a light blue shirt and jeans, sits in the driver's seat of a modern car with brown leather seats. With his right hand, he fastens his seatbelt, emphasizing the importance of safety belts as he looks down to secure it properly.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety The Importance of Safety Belts Not using a seat belt can be very dangerous. You may have incorrect information or assumptions about seat belts. Consider the following myths and facts regarding seat belts and the consequences of not buckling up. Myth: There is no compelling reason to buckle up. If […]

Safety Matters: Hand Protection

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Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Hand Protection Of the many tools that we have available, our hands are the most valuable. They provide us with the dexterity necessary to perform precise maneuvers that even the most advanced technology cannot replicate. Even the simplest tasks are difficult for a person that does not have full use […]

Safety Matters: Selecting Safety Sunglasses

A man wearing a reflective safety vest, hard hat, and safety sunglasses communicates using a walkie-talkie. He is standing by industrial machinery and shipping containers in the background. The setting appears to be a construction or shipping site.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Selecting Safety Sunglasses Sunglasses are not just for fashion or for the beach; they provide the necessary protection needed to block harmful ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. A good pair of sunglasses will protect the eyes from being burned by the sun, which can cause cataracts, macular […]

Hearing Protection 101: Understanding Safe Sound Levels at Work

A construction worker is wearing yellow earmuffs for hearing protection, safety sunglasses, and an orange high-visibility jacket. The worker is standing close to a piece of heavy yellow machinery, which is blurred in the background.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Hearing Protection – How Loud Is Too Loud? According to the American Journal of Industrial Medicine, around 46% of all workers in manufacturing have been exposed to hazardous noise at some point during their employment. Things like rotors, power tools, stators, gears, fans, impact processes and electrical machinery can all […]

Safety Matters: Fall Protection and Safety

Two construction workers in high-visibility vests and hard hats stand by an indoor staircase, reviewing blueprints. Focused and engaged in discussing the plans, they ensure fall protection and safety measures are in place as natural light filters through large windows in the background.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Fall Protection and Safety Fall protection and safety is a major concern at the workplace. In fact, OSHA cites injuries from falls as one of its top 10 worksite injuries. Falls and falling objects can result from unstable working surfaces, ladders that are not safely positioned and misuse of fall […]

Why Safety Shoes Matter: Manufacturing Best Practices

A pair of brown safety shoes, yellow safety glasses, and a tool belt with various tools, including a tape measure, screwdrivers, and pliers, are arranged on a wooden surface. The tool belt also has a leather pouch for holding additional items.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Safety Shoes Personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial when it comes to preventing injuries and ensuring your health and safety on the job. One often overlooked and important type of PPE is safety footwear, which is designed to protect your feet from common manufacturing hazards. Depending on the job activity […]

Safety Matters: Make Respiratory Protection a Priority

Two factory workers, wearing white hard hats and protective face masks, stand with arms crossed in an industrial setting. Dressed in grey and red work uniforms, they emphasize the importance of making respiratory protection a priority while surrounded by machinery in a large warehouse.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Make Respiratory Protection a Priority It may seem like a hassle to wear respiratory protection, but particles and contaminants—no matter how small—can cause both short-term and long-term health problems. Respirators protect employees from areas with insufficient oxygen, harmful dusts, fogs, smokes, mists, gases, vapors and sprays. These hazards may cause […]

Construction Safety Matters: Welding and Cutting at the Work Site

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Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Welding and Cutting at the Work Site Welding and cutting tasks are dangerous, especially when working on a construction site. As your surroundings are constantly changing, it is important to keep safety top of mind.  Prevention and Protection To avoid injuries on the job, consider these safety recommendations: Always check […]

Construction Safety Matters: Hard Hats

A construction worker in an orange safety vest reaches toward a yellow hard hat resting on a piece of machinery. The scene includes a reflective glove and a partially visible vehicle, emphasizing the importance of construction safety in this industrial setting.

Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Hard Hats Objects falling from above can pose a serious danger on the job site. It’s important to take this risk seriously, as falling objects can lead to lacerations, traumatic brain injuries and even death. One of the best ways to protect yourself from these risks is through the use […]