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Stanley Releases Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Mugs

by WorkingPerson.com on June 17, 2013 in Work Wear Accessories with 0 Comments

Paying tribute to the original Stanley beverage products, the company is celebrating its 100^th Anniversary in part by re-releasing two limited edition designs, inspired by the early originals. The best of the vintage styles of green texture and shiny stainless merged with the company’s years of experience and improvements in quality. Replenish your beverage carrier choices with a classic look and quality function.

The classic brushed green 100th anniversary bottle taken directly from the beloved 1944 version reminds me of great-grandpa, carrying his coffee with him to have in the truck all day – hot and plenty of it for cold days, especially. (Of course, he probably had that WWII era original.) He made sure he was refilling his coffee needs from his own pocket and not stops along the way. Continue Reading…

What is OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269?

by WorkingPerson.com on June 13, 2013 in FR Clothing with 0 Comments

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) 29 CFR1910.269 comprises of the operation and maintenance of electric power generation, control, transformation, transmission and distribution lines and equipment. OSHA standard CFR1910.269 has brought many occupational safety principles for the protection of all the workers working in workplaces where there is always risk of injuries due to electric shocks or fire burns. Until now OSHA 1910.269 is the one and only law enforced by federal authorities, which requires FR clothing. For flame-resistant clothing, it is stated in this law, the employer shall ensure that each employee who is exposed to the hazards of flames or electric arcs does not wear clothing that, when exposed to flames or electric arcs, could increase the extent of injury that would be sustained by the employee. Continue Reading…

Oil and Gas Industry Injuries Steadily Declining

by WorkingPerson.com on June 11, 2013 in Safety with 0 Comments

Good news for the oil and natural gas industries was revealed in a report from the American Petroleum Institute (API). The report stated that operational injuries and illnesses for the oil and natural gas industries occur at a lower rate then the average for the private sector. In addition, injuries and illnesses in this industry has been steadily declining. The industry rate in 2011 (2.3 incidents per 100 full-time workers compared to 3.5 incidents for all of the private sector) shows a seven percent decrease since 2010 (the private sector average remained the same). What is particularly impressive is that although industry and illness rates are declining, the oil and natural gas industries have significantly increased their production levels in recent years. Continue Reading…

LaCrosse Outdoes Hunting Boot Industry with AeroHead Boots and New AeroForm Technology

by WorkingPerson.com on June 6, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

Summer is making its way to the Midwest, but when next fall’s deer hunting season opens, the latest technology from LaCrosse Boots will be available to hunters who want the best hunting boots on the market in the company’s new AeroHead boots. They meet all the critical elements of a hunting boot – comfort, fit, durability, and weight. So, if your last season’s boots aren’t calling you back on the hunt (at least in your mind for the time-being) with the feel, comfort, and flexibility of a light-weight running shoe and ultimate durability for wet and cold, it’s time to consider the ground-breaking new scentless boots that will exceed expectations and carry you well next season. Continue Reading…

Keen Utility Brings New Work Boots for Spring 2013

by WorkingPerson.com on June 4, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

The summer days are quite hard for all the working people, who work hard from dawn to dusk. The hot climate gets harsh on your feet, especially when you are wearing safety footwear, you feel sweaty and messy. Your feet need enough breathability to keep you comfortable in hot weather. Keeping in view the needs of the working person, KEEN Utility is now bringing the warm weather work boots in spring 2013. These warm weather work boots by KEEN Utility are a kind of luxury for all the workers who want to feel safe and comfortable in their work boots.

Based in Portland, Oregon, KEEN Inc., was founded in 2003. Keen provides high quality hybrid products, especially for people who have an active outdoor lifestyle. It was launched to provide safe and durable footwear that could change the typical outlook of people regarding safety footwear. Continue Reading…

Harley Davidson Takes Biker Boots Off Road

by WorkingPerson.com on May 31, 2013 in Workwear with 0 Comments

Can’t say Harley Davidson isn’t revved up for 2013. A licensee of Wolverine Worldwide, think Harley Davidson Boots and Footwear and you might conjure up tattoos, bandanas, muscle, and men, as well as the studliness and hefty metal buckling of biker boots that accompany them; but while the classic riding boots for the burly, bearded bikers (and the women who don motorcycle boots and bikes themselves) are still there, Harley Davidson Footwear has shifted gears toward more fashion-forward silhouettes. Without losing its biker heritage or weathered leathers, the company’s new contemporary foray whispers the Harley Davidson legacy, holds tight to quality, and takes footwear off road.
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Wolverine Contour Welt Work Boots

by WorkingPerson.com on May 29, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

In the daily hustle and bustle of your job you sometimes forget what an employee really needs to get their job done comfortable and done right. Many of the jobs need the employee to to stand and walk long hours, so in such cases hitting the jobsite with longwearing comfort and durability under your feet is what all you really need. Suitable safety footwear makes the worker steadier on his feet, safer, more comfortable and better at his job. If you compromise the health of your feet with some inferior quality and price boots then you will not be able to work efficiently, as they will keep making your feet dragging and sore. Keeping in mind the various comfort needs of workers at the workplace, many shoe making companies are employing different advanced technologies to provide their customers with the best experience and Wolverine boots are one such technology-based boots. Continue Reading…

Rocky Brand Partners with Folds of Honor to Provide Educational Support for Military Families

by WorkingPerson.com on May 27, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

In order to provide educational support to the needy families of soldiers killed or disabled while serving our country, the Nelsonville, Ohio, based Rocky Brands is collaborating with Owasso, Okla.- based Folds of Honor Foundation. The senior Vice President of marketing department of Rocky Brands, Liz Horn said that Rocky Brands has a long history of supporting our military as a proud supplier of work boots to our troops. He also adds that we are pleased to collaborate with Folds of Honor in their mission to take care of the families of our heroes when it comes to education.

To carry on this mission, an agreement has been made, according to which Rocky Brands is providing donation to Folds of Honor, besides providing footwear for national events. The Folds of Honor will also enjoy promotion through Rocky Brands’ website, social media, and other events throughout the year. Such an event, at which Rocky Brands will provide sponsorship to Folds of Honor, is 4^th Annual Patriot Cup, which will be held over Memorial Day Weekend at The Patriot Golf Club in Owasso. Continue Reading…

Timberland PRO Hyperion Boots for Ultimate Comfort and Protection

by WorkingPerson.com on May 23, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

Timberland PRO boots are positioned as the brand’s industrial outdoor and safety boots. The most exciting thing about these work boots is that they are providing ultimate in comfort, protection, and durability at the same time. You will not find these work boots in traditional designs; instead, these are boastful of an athletic design. Yet these Timberland PRO boots will fulfill all the demands of the consumers effectively. Timberland PRO Hyperion is also providing with its exclusive Anti-fatigue technology, which absorbs shock and allow workers to stay on their feet longer. Timberland PRO is also proudly collaborating with one of most authentic and famous names in footwear, Vibram. Now you will find the best work boots with an unmatchable outsole design, as this is made in collaboration with Vibram, which is famous for its commitment to testing and re-testing their products and ensuring the consumer is getting the absolute best every time. Continue Reading…

Choose the Right Workwear to Avoid Heat-Related Illness and Injury

by WorkingPerson.com on May 21, 2013 in Safety with 0 Comments

Heat-related illness on the job can be serious, even deadly. And although there is not a specific OSHA standard that addresses hot work environments, employers still have a duty to protect workers from heat-related hazards. OSHA’s campaign against heat-related illness offers tools to help businesses educate themselves and their employees against the hazards that come from working in the heat. Continue Reading…

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