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Bobby Grimes (left), president and co-owner, A&G Piping Inc. - The NEWS - ACHR

Texas Contractor Puts Safety First

A&G Piping Inc. finds success after revamping safety program

Maria Taylor

August 13, 2018

A&G is a commercial/industrial manufacturing, welding, plumbing, and HVAC contractor in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

ICC Creates Building Safety and Security Ad Hoc Committee

August 10, 2018

The design, layout, and building features in new and existing buildings can have an impact on both safety and security. Safety and security touches a myriad of code regulations as well as considerations which go beyond code compliance.

Milwaukee Tool Co.: Heated Gloves

July 16, 2018

These gloves are powered by rechargeable REDLITHIUM™ battery technology, providing up to six hours of run time. Three heat settings are available — low, medium, and high — and they fully heat up in under three minutes.

Malco Products, SBC, Earns Governor’s Safety Award for Workplace Safety

June 18, 2018

ANNANDALE, Minnesota — Malco Products, SBC, was recently honored for its dedication to workplace safety and health with a Meritorious Achievement Award from the Governor’s Safety Awards program, coordinated by the Minnesota Safety Council.

Sheet Metal Workers Prove Safety is First During Safety Champion Awards

June 13, 2018

FAIRFAX, Va. – The Sheet Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust (SMOHIT), the safety arm of the unionized sheet metal and air conditioning industry, recently gave out its 2018 Safety Champion Awards to those in the industry who exemplified a safety culture.

Safety Labels vs Signs: What’s the Difference?

Kelsey Rzepecki

May 7, 2018

The accurate interpretation of safety signs is crucial to prevent injuries and save lives. OSHA has set industry standards that clearly define what a safety sign is, how it should be used, and where it should be placed.

Most Ladder Accidents Caused By Overreaching, Missing the Last Step

March is National Ladder Safety Month

March 22, 2018

Close behind were failure to use three points of contact and using the wrong ladder for the job.

Grounding Electrical Components

That ground wire is there for a reason: to protect you and others who work on the system

Joe Marchese

March 5, 2018

When replacing electrical components, it is very important to ensure the component is properly grounded. Do not overlook the importance of the ground wire. Although many times an ungrounded component will not affect the operation, it is not safe.

HVAC Contractors Can Warn Consumers About CO Risks in Equipment

Ron Rajecki

February 5, 2018

We all know safety comes first for HVAC contractors. And while you may not be an expert when it comes to cars, you should know the risks posed by CO poisoning.

Tips to Help Prevent Cold Stress When Troubleshooting Refrigeration Systems

How to reduce the risk of cold-related injuries when working on refrigeration systems

February 5, 2018

During the course of troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration systems, there are times when refrigeration technicians need to work in extremely cold environments for extended periods of time.