A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away (Buffalo, NY), I started work as an apprentice framing carpenter. Back then, safety gear, aka PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), was scarce on the job site. At least on the job sites I worked on. I don’t remember ever seeing anyone with safety glasses, dust masks or hearing protection, and if anyone had asked for a safety harness for roofing work, he’d probably have ended up duct taped to the chimney. Luckily, changes in work rules and attitudes have made it much more likely that today’s workers will be using one or more forms of essential PPE to protect themselves on the job. Slip into something more comfortable, like your favorite reflective vest, and join us for a head-to-toe look at some great gear to CYA. Read More
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Firm Grip PRO-Fit Flex Impact Gloves – A Fist Bumper’s Dream!
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Maybe I’m getting wimpy in my old age, but finishing up my daily chores with bleeding, filthy hands just isn’t that appealing anymore. Even with a good set of callouses, spending ten minutes digging out splinters and getting de-grunged just isn’t that enjoyable. With the snow finally melted, and warm weather upon us, a good pair of all-around lightweight gloves can save a good bit of cleanup time at day’s end – along with the occasional patch of shredded skin. The Home Depot recently sent us a pair of Firm Grip PRO-Fit Flex Impact Gloves; we’ll try ‘em out, and see how well they protect our dainty little digits. Read More
