Injury Prevention

An arc flash hazard is associated with the release of energy caused by an electric arc. In an instant, it can result in injuries, possible fatalities and cost upwards of $15 million in direct and indirect costs to an organization, according to Maintenance Technology magazine.

According to NIOSH, up to 30 million American workers or 20%, may be at risk from hazardous noise on the job. As an employer your first goal is to apply engineering controls to eliminate the noise, if that is not possible, it is essential to limit the noise exposure or implement a Hearing Conservation Program. 

Every year, 800,000 eye injuries occur on the job, including 36,000 that require time off from work. According to Prevent Blindness America®, wearing proper eye protection can prevent 90 percent of all eye injuries. Look to Grainger for the product selection you need to protect your employees from eye, face, and head injuries.

The US Department of Labor (DOL) lists falls as one of the leading causes of traumatic occupational death, accounting for 8% of all occupational fatalities from trauma. There are a number of ways to protect workers from falls including conventional systems such as guardrail systems, safety net systems and personal fall protection systems. Let Grainger help you keep your employees safe with the right fall protection equipment.

OSHA cites a handful of companies for violations of its foot protection standard each year, yet about 200,000 workers suffer foot or toe injuries annually, according to the National Safety Council. Protect your employees from foot and toe injuries by helping your worker’s find the right fit and comfort for their foot protection program. Let Grainger help you with footwear selection from the quality brands you know and trust.

The CDC states that if all U.S. workers would just wear gloves, then more than 1 million hospital emergency room visits could be avoided. Whether you are working with chemicals or sharp objects, Grainger’s broad offering of gloves gives you access to products that fit correctly, which helps you maximize compliance.

To achieve maximum productivity without compromising safety, you need quality products that offer superior protection and performance. Grainger can help you protect your employee’s clothing and body from hazardous materials and non-toxic particles with a complete offering of personal protective clothing.

Silica exposure remains a serious threat to nearly two million U.S. workers. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that each year more than 250 people die from silicosis, and hundreds more are disabled. OSHA initiated a National Emphasis Program to identify and reduce or eliminate the health hazards associated with occupational exposure to crystalline silica. Grainger can help you prepare for these inspections so you can maintain compliance.