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GENflex2 Technology by Thorogood: It’s all about comfort

by WorkingPerson.com on May 17, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

Ultra-light is a manner of personal taste in juice, beer, yogurt and other edibles, but when it comes to a light on your feet at work feeling, there’s nothing but Thorogood athletic work shoes with GENflex2 Tactical VGS Sole Technology to guarantee that feeling, day after hard pounding days on your feet.

The GENflex2/VGS Technology combines premium materials with an exclusive, net fit flexible welt construction for maximum comfort. Like walking on Cloud 9 (or more), it’s because Thorogood’s work shoe and sole technology comprises 11 layered components to create the outsoles and mid-layers of their footwear. Continue Reading…

When Safety Footwear Becomes a Hazard

by WorkingPerson.com on May 3, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

One way we can protect ourselves from workplace hazards is by wearing the proper safety footwear. Safety shoes and boots can help workers avoid the dangers of chemicals, flames and slipping while on the job. Most would agree that wearing the proper footwear is essential to a job where there are safety risks involved, however, we often fail to realize how our safety footwear can become a hazard itself.

Looking at industrial footwear as a subcategory of footwear as a whole, industrial footwear is subject to greater wear and tear at a faster rate than other types of footwear, namely the degradation of the midsole and outsole. This is mainly due to the tasks being performed while wearing safety footwear and the hard surfaces which it is used on. When the shock absorbing midsoles and outsoles (usually made out of polyurethanes) wear down, shock absorption, balance and motion control decreases significantly, causing more muscle fatigue and pain. Continue Reading…

Staying Safe While Riding Your ATV

by WorkingPerson.com on April 19, 2013 in Safety with 0 Comments

The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. Finally, it is time to get ready for some outdoor activities and get rid of that cabin fever for the season. We’re sure you have a long list of tasks and recreational activities that you’re just itching to embark on and, for many of us, that list includes enjoying your All Terrain Vehicle (ATV).

ATVs can be a great asset to the workplace as well as a fun way to get out and enjoy the outdoors. They are currently used in several industries such as agriculture, emergency services and land management. They are cost-efficient as well as versatile which makes them an ideal vehicle both on the job and off. However, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has released statistics revealing that ATV injuries are on the rise and ATV accidents are to blame for the deaths of 41 workers in the U.S. in 2010. Continue Reading…

Warson Brands Transitions from Converse Safety to Reebok Safety

by WorkingPerson.com on April 17, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

Home Of Reebok Safety, Rockport Works, Florsheim Work Shoes and Iron Age Boots

Over the past year, Warson Brands has gone through a significant transition in their brand portfolio. After fifteen years as a licensee of the Converse Safety Footwear for the industrial, duty, and uniform markets, they have shifted their brand allegiance and have signed a multi-year license agreement with Reebok Safety.

The Converse brand, at their election, has decided to exit the occupational work, duty, and uniform markets, focusing their attention on their core customer base; the young lifestyle brand. Continue Reading…

Safety Work Boots and Shoes 101

by WorkingPerson.com on February 9, 2013 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

With so many different types and styles of work boots and safety footwear on the market today, it can sometimes be an overwhelming task to choose which ones are right for you. You know you need your shoes to be protective and durable, but how do you factor in comfort and fit? How important is a shoe’s construction or the materials used? At Working Person’s Store, we want you to have the best experience possible when purchasing your safety footwear, so we’ve outlined the basics in choosing the best pair for you. Continue Reading…

Selecting Safety Footwear: Technology Makes It More Efficient

by WorkingPerson.com on November 3, 2012 in Safety Footwear, Work Boots with 1 Comment

In the tough economic times we’ve all faced in the last few years, some tough decisions have had to be made. Some things have had to be cut out of the budget. Without a healthy bottom line, companies are in real danger.

At the same time, many companies have realized that it is important that their employees also remain healthy and out of danger, which is why they’ve been hesitant to cut back on safety programs. And rightly so. Still, safety managers, like everyone else in most companies, have had to learn to do more with less.

It’s time to get smart about safety footwear programs. For safety managers looking to get the most efficiency out of their limited time and resources, there’s another option to consider in place of the traditional process. This traditional process often includes involving several different departments, from accounting to purchasing to safety. It involves coordinating the best date available for both managers and workers. Continue Reading…

Working Person’s Store Recognized for Cutting-Edge Multi-Channel Marketing Award

by WorkingPerson.com on October 29, 2012 in Business to Business with 0 Comments

Working Person’s Store Awarded Silver

Working Person’s Store wins silver award for 2012 MCM awards.

South Bend, IN. – October 10, 2012 – South Bend-based retailer Working Person’s Store earned silver honors last week in the 2012 MCM Awards announced at the conference of the National Etailing and Mailing Organization of America (NEMOA) in Mystic, Connecticut. Continue Reading…

Government Asks OSHA to Make Changes to Safety Incentive Program

by WorkingPerson.com on October 22, 2012 in Safety with 0 Comments

It’s important that each workplace have safety guidelines and policies. And one of those policies should be an incentive program that rewards workers for safe practices and behaviors on the job. There are a couple different types of these safety incentive programs which go about striving for the goal of worker safety in different ways. Many workplaces do have these incentive programs. But many of them might actually be causing more harm than good.

There’s a new report out from the Government Accounting Office (GAO), and it is asking OSHA to make changes as a result of recent research into these safety incentive programs. The GAO report raises serious concerns about the effect that workplace safety incentive programs have on the reporting of accidents and injuries in the workplace. Continue Reading…

New Mine Rules Require Operators to Find and Fix Hazards

by WorkingPerson.com on October 1, 2012 in Safety with 2 Comments

On April 5, 2010, an explosion inside the Upper Big Branch Mine in Montcoal, West Virginia killed 29 miners. It was the worst mining disaster in the United States in 40 years. An investigation into the contributing causes of that explosion resulted in a fundamental shift in the way hazards are found and fixed. Namely, who is responsible for finding and fixing them.

There are now new mining rules that are meant to prevent something like that from ever happening again. The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) recently published new rules that will require mine operators to identify and correct hazardous conditions and violations of nine health and safety standards that pose the greatest risk to minors. These nine standards are in response to the exact type of conditions and violations that led to the deaths of the 29 miners, and meant to prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future. Continue Reading…

Carhartt Boots and Shoes for Top Quality Work Boots

by WorkingPerson.com on September 27, 2012 in Work Boots with 0 Comments

When people want the best work wear, they think Carhartt. The company has been known for decades as the leader in jackets, pants and other workwear. Perhaps it is because of this reputation for excellent jackets and pants that Carhartt boots have gone a little bit overlooked. But like the jackets and pants above them, Carhartt boots know how to work hard. Just like the people who wear them.

Carhartt boots are loved by business owners, workers and even celebrities alike. There are many benefits Carhartt offers to business owners, or “corporate consumers,” if you will. Because Carhartt boots meet OSHA mandates, they are an excellent choice for business owners who need to make sure they are in compliance with all laws and regulations. Continue Reading…

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