Head Protection
Prepare for Seasonal Heat Stress: The OSHA NEP and Tips for Employers
Heat stress is often a significant concern for workers in outdoor industrial environments, such as construction, working at height, and oil and gas, especially during the summer months. With temperatures rising, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has implemented a National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Outdoor and Indoor Related Hazards. Read the full blog to learn more.
Confined Space I.Q. Quiz – Test Your Knowledge!
Think you know everything about confined space entry and exit? Take our quiz to test your knowledge!
Occupational Health & Safety 2023 Industrial Hygiene Awards: Two MSA Products and Services Recognized
Two MSA products and services were recognized in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) magazine’s 3rd annual Industrial Hygiene Awards.
How to Help Improve Safety During Your Next Turnaround
Learn more about the risks associated with turnarounds and three focus areas that can help keep your workforce safe during one.
MSA Hard Hat FAQs: Download the Guide
Whether you are using a Type 1 or Type 2 MSA hard hat, following proper care and use recommendations can help keep its protection capabilities in place. Download our to get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the care and use of MSA hard hats.
Occupational Health & Safety 2022 New Product of the Year Awards: Three MSA Products Recognized
Three MSA products were recognized with Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) magazine’s 14th annual New Product of the Year Awards.
What is the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Hard Hats?
All industrial protective hard hat are either Type 1 or Type 2 based on ANSI and CSA standards for impact resistance and direction. A hard hat can only have one designation for impact properties. Read the full blog to learn more about the different types.
How to Help Prevent Heat Stress in Industrial Work Environments
At outdoor jobs with high sun exposure such as construction, working at height, and oil and gas, dangerous conditions due to heat stress are prominent – especially during the spring and summer months. Heat stress can impact both worker safety and productivity. Learn more about how the new MSA V-Gard C1™ Hard Hat can help prevent heat stress.
Differences in Shock, Impact, and Penetration Testing for Hard Hats
When choosing a hard hat, it’s important to understand the testing each type of hard hat is subject to in order to provide the highest possible level of protection.
Top 10 OSHA Violations of 2021
Every year OSHA publishes the top list of 10 most frequently cited standards so that employers can take steps to find and fix recognized hazards. Review the 2021 list and download our infographic here.