Additionally, the U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule in December 2024 that requires properly fitted PPE and high-visibility safety workwear for any construction worker who needs it ...

The revision to the standard adds specific language requiring that employers provide PPE that properly fits construction industry workers. The change aligns the construction industry standard with the ...

The revised rule amends 29 CFR 1926.95, which outlines the criteria for PPE in the construction industry. Specifically, OSHA updated Section 1926.95 (c) to state that: ...

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A man is running 500 miles (804km) dressed in full construction personal protective equipment (PPE) to raise awareness of mental health and suicide. Chris Rodgers, from Weston-super-Mare, began ...

Workers in the electric industry and welders use protective clothing, such as FR and/or AR-rated clothing, per OSHA standards 1910.269 and 1910.252, respectively.

Why Fall Protection PPE Fit Matters: OSHA’s Rule Proposal for Construction From previous attempts at fall protection to OSHA’s recent proposals, the journey of fall harnesses emphasizes the ...

OSHA’s proposed revision to the standard announced on July 19 would align the PPE standard for construction with that of general industry and maritime standards, which already explicitly mandate ...

On December 11, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced it finalized a revision to the personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for the construction industry.

Make the most of 2023 PPE budgetsSafety experts from Magid, a PPE manufacturer and distributor, are sharing four tips to help safety professionals make the most of their 2023 PPE budget. 1) Analyze ...

Australian university study recycles used PPE for construction applications by: Sam Sachs Posted: Aug 26, 2022 / 03:31 PM EDT Updated: Aug 26, 2022 / 03:31 PM EDT ...

NIOSH has encouraged construction workers to wear clothing made of breathable fabrics like cotton and avoid wearing non-breathable synthetic fabrics [NIOSH 2010]. PPE to Protect Against Heat Exposures ...