Safety Products for Everyone, Informational Safety Blogs For You.

March 12, 2010 by emedco

Emedco, Inc Safety product selection = vast and diversified

Emedco’s safety products fall in several product categories, used in many different industries, and purchased by hundreds of different buyers types. We have customers who buy strictly traffic signs, customers who concentrate on machine safety, customers who ensure their facilities pipes are marked with the correct pipe makers, customers who’s job it is to follow OSHA safety standards and buy OSHA signs, tags and labels…the list goes on and on.

Blog.emedco.com is designed to provide helpful information in a broad area of industry. For example, if you are a traffic and parking sign buyer you might catch a blog post that appeals to you only once in a while, when in reality you might appreciate updated information from Emedco, about your needs only, on a weekly basis. Wouldn’t that be helpful?  We understand, and that’s why we created product category specific, informational blogs/websites just for you.

  • Bookmark the safety blog that fits you’re needs
  • Stay updated on valuable information that relates only to you
  • Contribute with comments and feedback

Here are the category specific blogs…if you find one you like, follow it and let us know what you think.

Traffic and Parking Signs

The Traffic and Parking blog is designed to provide helpful information in regards to Traffic and Parking safety signage. Use this blog to find out about the latest Traffic and Parking sign regulations and safety standards. Learn about traffic sign reflectivity, sign materials, sign post installation and more. Read about industry standards when is comes to purchasing the following… Stop Signs, Speed limit signs, Do Not Enter Signs, Yield Signs, One Way Signs, Warning Signs, Pedestrian Crossing Signs, School Crossing Signs, Street Signs, No Parking Signs, Reserved Parking Signs, Custom Signs, Fire Lane Signs, No Idle Signs, and much more.

Security Solutions

Security Solutions is made up of techniques & products that help businesses & industries restrict access to their facilities, protect their buildings & grounds and identify vehicles & visitors on their property.  All in a effort to end theft, crime on their property and keep their employees safe. This Security blog will be updated weekly with useful tips, latest trends, newest product information and any helpful information on how to keep your business safe and secure. It also will contain latest news regarding statistics on business crimes and latest ways to prevent them from happening to you and your business.

Property and Asset Identification

Industries and businesses use Property ID Labels & Tags as identification for their assets including computers, laptops, furniture, equipment, inventory and anything that needs to be keep track of. This Property ID blog will be updated weekly with useful knowledge, latest trends, newest product information and any helpful tips on how to identify, track and safeguard your valuables. It also will contain most recent news regarding statistics on business crimes and latest ways to prevent them from happening to you and your business.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) blog is designed to provide helpful information in regards to PPE regulations, issues, industry news and aid you in product selection.  Use this blog to learn how to identify hazards in your workplace, choose appropriate PPE  and how to continually train your employees to use and maintain the equipment. Learn about: Sign, Tags and Labels, Safety Eyewear, Hearing Protection, Head Protection, Respirators, Hand Protection, Protective Clothing, Ergonomics (i.e. Back, Wrist and Knee support), Protective Wear Dispensers & Stations, and more!

Traffic Control

The Traffic Control blog keeps you informed on traffic safety regulations and new products. It is important to keep your parking lot updated, maintained and as safe as can be as many accidents and injuries occur outside the building. 

Exit and Fire Safety

The Exit and Fire safety blog discusses fire safety regulations and provides important information on new and innovative products. Learn about glow signs and tapes, fire extinguisher tags, emergency exit signs, exit procedures and more.

Pipe and Valve Marking

What is pipe and valve marking? What do you need to do to be up to speed on the latest ANSI pipe and valve regulations?  This blog will address both of these questions as well any news and information relevant to pipe and valve safety.

This blog will also discuss pipe and valve marking products, such as snap-around markers, self-adhesive markers and banding tapes and how they can be used in your facility.

Machine Safety and Status

This blog focuses on the importance of machine safety and accident prevention in the workplace.  We will cover news and information related to OSHA regulations, stopping injuries from occurring and general safety issues.  Feel free to ask questions and leave comments.

Smoking Policy

The Smoking Policy blog is designed to provide helpful and timely information regarding state smoking legislation and workplace issues.  Stay compliant with your state’s Clean Indoor Air legislation changes.

We will also discuss sign and receptacle product information and how they can be used in your facility.

Confined Space

The Confined Space blog is designed to provide helpful information in regards to Confined Space regulations, issues, industry news and aid you in product selection.  Use this blog to learn how to control entry, mark hazards and protect workers.  Choose from a diverse selection of appropriate products such as: Confined Space Signs, Tags, Labels, Floor Marking Strips, Barricade Tapes, Permit Stations, Manhole Warning Barriers, Compliance Centers, Confined Space Portable Floor Stands, Certification Wallet Cards and Labels, ENTRYTAG 3-Stage System, and more!

Safety Training and Compliance

Safety training can set the stage for an employee’s work practices throughout their career with a company.  This blog focuses on the importance of safety training and compliance, covering news and information related to labor laws, OSHA regulations, accident prevention, and disaster preparedness. This blog also provides tips and tools to aid you in developing training, motivating employees, and promoting a safe workplace year round.

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Portable Fire Extinguisher 3 Part Safety Lesson

March 10, 2010 by emedco

Michelle Sears is Emedco’s resident expert when it comes to Exit and Fire Safety. She has developed a 3 part Portable Fire Extinguiser safety guide for our visitors. Enjoy and follow more Exit and Fire Safety talk at www.exitandfiresafety.com.

PART 1 Types of Portable Fire Extinguishers:

Class A:

  • Identified by the letter A surrounded by a green triangle
  • Contains Water
  • Used for wood, paper, i.e. the most common flammable items
  • The most common Portable Fire Extinguisher

Class B:

  • Identified by the letter B surrounded by a red square
  • Used for flammable liquids, i.e. oil, grease, gas
  • Contains dry chemicals, carbon dioxide, or halogenated agents to smother fire with a thick foam

Class C:

  • Identified by the letter C surrounded by a blue circle
  • Used for live electrical equipment, i.e. electrical boxes, panels, transformers
  • Contains dry chemicals (see Class B)

Class D:

  • Identified by the letter D surrounded by a yellow star
  • Used for combustible materials
  • Contains dry powder agent (specific to combustible metal in use)

Class K:

  • Identified by the letter K
  • Used for fats, grease, and oils in commercial kitchens
  • Contains wet chemicals (potassium acetate)

In our next installment of Portable Fire Extinguisher FYI, we’ll discuss the maintenance and proper placement of Fire Extinguishers. Click here to see Emedco’s line of portable fire extinguishers and accessories.

Part 2: Maintenance & Placement of Portable Fire Extinguishers

Choose the fire extinguisher that best fits your needs according to the size and type of fire that could potentially occur. For example, you wouldn’t want a Class K fire extinguisher (smothers fires started by fats and oils) in an office building where a paper or electrical fire is more probable.  Be sure to space fire extinguishers based on federal, state, and industry standards.

Fire extinguishers must be mounted on brackets or in wall cabinets with the extinguisher’s handle placed 3-1/2 to 5 feet above the floor – an easy position for someone to quickly grab the extinguisher in an emergency. Larger fire extinguishers should be mounted lower to keep the handle at 3 feet from the floor.

Every business should have a program that ensures the regular inspection of fire extinguishers each month.  This program should include:

  • Extinguishers always remain in their selected locations, clearly visible and not blocked by objects or equipment that would prevent immediate use in an emergency.
  • Extinguishers should be accompanied by a bright visible sign or label, particularly glow-in-the-dark for visibility during dark or smoky conditions.
  • Inspection Tags should be up-to-date and facing out.
  • Pressure gauges must display a full charge.
  • Extinguisher is in good physical condition, i.e. no corrosion or leaks and pins and tamper seals are still intact.

Part 3: Employee Training

  • Ensure all employees know and follow all fire safety rules. Create a program and plan to communicate your company’s evacuation plan through group or individual training and a series of pre-planned fire drills.
  • Provide specific guidelines for using portable fire extinguishers.
  • Locate all fire extinguishers in your facility and provide proper training to employees on extinguisher use. If your local fire department does not offer free hands-on training, use the 4-step PASS process that will adequately train your workers:
  1. P- pull the pin
  2. A- aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire
  3. S- squeeze the handle slowly and evenly to discharge the contents
  4. S- sweep the nozzle from side-to-side
  • EMPLOYEE SAFETY IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING! Review Portable Fire Extinguisher FYI series to keep your employees (and building and assets) as safe as possible.

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