Though OSHA does not set any specific standards for working in the rain, yet it states that during heavy rain, construction works like loading and unloading objects with cranes and hoists should be avoided.
We asked a group of construction site professionals, both managers, and workers to help us research and test the best dust masks for construction workers to help you find good respiratory protection on job.
Alloy Toe boots are not necessarily the best option for electricians as they are good conductors of electricity, but if the situation demands it and if is used with care they are not that bad either.
When working with your hands on high voltage equipment, your life is literally on the line. On top of that freezing temperatures, the hazards keep doubling.
You should NOT wear silk, nylon, wet apparels, steel and iron equipment, apparels made from animal skin, etc. will help to conduct electricity to your body.
You never know when and how dust, debris, or even chunks of wood fly around while woodworking. It can have hazardous effects in contact with your eyes. So it’s a must to wear safety glasses for woodwork.
We asked our resident team of carpenters to test a variety of dust masks right in their shops and give us the lowdown on what works, what doesn't work, and why. Check out the results...
Tool belts will put pressure on your waist and hips and will slip down every other time due to the weight of the tools in it. That is when a carpenter needs to wear a suspender to disperse tool belt weight.
