Product Focus: Safety Equipment

The saying goes you can never be too rich or too thin. Let’s add to that and say you can never be too safe. Here’s a look at some of the latest safety equipment available to maintenance technicians today.

Nine out of 10 times an aircraft technician will put the customer and their company first. This goes along with their selfless and willing attitude to quickly finish a job. One out of ten will get hurt in the course of performing their duties. Many technicians know what to do and how to do it, but sometimes they cut out their own safety measures in order to perform the task. Most mishaps result in cuts, bruises and minor injuries. But in some cases, the technician finds himself in the hospital or even worse. Sometimes we need to slow down for that split second and put the safety glasses on or clip on the harness. The few minutes that you might add to the work scope is nothing in comparison to the hospital bills that could be incurred. Trust me, I speak from first-hand experience. This month, we have complied a list of safety products that may make your tasks a little bit safer.

Bacou-Dalloz Companies Inc.

Bilsom Leightning Hi-Visibility Noise Blocking Earmuffs

The Bacou-Dalloz Companies have a variety of companies that cater to the safety industry. One of its companies, Bilsom, has introduced an amazing line of earmuffs. The Leightning High-Visibility Noise Blocking earmuffs provide personnel with a total solution for both hearing protection and visibility in all types of weather or lighting conditions. A good combination of comfort, and safety.

Contact Bacou-Dalloz Companies Inc. at 800-430-5490 or on the Web www.hearingportal.com

Capitol Safety Inc.

DBI-SALA Self Contained Vacuum Anchor 2200046

Capitol Safety carries a full line of high-quality, safety restraint systems. The lightweight, self-contained Vacuum Anchor system, produced by DBI-SALA, gives you the ability to maximize safety wherever you need to work. The fall arrest anchor will work with shop air or has the ability to use the "on-board" compressed air bottle for total mobility. This unit meets OSHA’s fall arrest requirements for class 1 operations and can be used anywhere you need restraint.

Contact Capitol Safety Inc. at 651-388-8282 or on the Web www.dbisala.com

FullPro Protective Gear

SoundVision Eye Protection

FullPro has definitely come up with solution that most technicians encounter everyday. FullPro has developed the SoundVision Eye Protection system. This unique system allows you to attach safety glasses to the outer surface of the earmuffs with Velcro like straps. This setup preserves the seal around the earmuff and doesn’t degrade the hearing protection like regular safety glasses would. I just happen to use the SoundVision almost everyday in the shop. They are comfortable and very user friendly. FullPro offers just the safety glass option, so you can continue to use your earmuffs or you can buy the set.

Contact FullPro at 888-873-8557 or on the Web www.fullpro.com

AeroSafe Products Inc.

Illuminated Armband

Among a long list of aviation related supplies, AeroSafe offers a uniquely designed, illuminated armband, manufactured by PolyBrite International. This armband uses proprietary LED/polymer light transmitting technology that allows the unit to last up to 200 hours on a single battery. Whether you operate the armband in the constant or flash mode, it has a visibility range of up to a mile. This product can be used in all weather and is UL listed.

Contact AeroSafe Products Inc. at 770-590-8863 or on the Web www.aerosafe.com

Flexible Lifeline Systems Inc.

JRG Self Retracting Lifeline

Flexible Lifeline Solutions offers a unique product, the JRG Self Retracting Lifeline (SRL). Manufactured by Protecta, the lightweight SRL is ideal for almost any working environment. There are several lengths to choose from, allowing you to have the maximum amount of freedom and still provide you with the maximum amount of safety. The Lifeline incorporates a unique two paw braking system. It uses the principals of centrifugal force for an energy-dissipating element that keeps the braking forces to a minimum.

Contact Flexible Lifeline Systems Inc. at 832-448-2903 or on the Web www.fall-arrest.com

Transportation Safety Apparel

High Visibility Tee

Transportation Safety Apparel has just about everything that you need for "high visibility" clothing. They carry clothing that meets the ANSI 107-2004 guidelines for high visibility safety apparel. This ANSI II short sleeve tee can keep you cool this summer and warmer in winter with its ability to wick away moisture from your skin. The High Vis Tee is manufactured from a 100 percent polyester microfiber, and incorporates 3M stripes for added safety.

Contact Transportation Safety Apparel Inc. at 843-686-4046 or on the Web www.wastesafety.com

Contact Information

AeroSafe Products Inc. 770-590-8863 or www.aerosafe.com

Bacou-Dalloz Companies Inc. 800-430-5490 or www.hearingportal.com

Capitol Safety Inc. 651-388-8282 or www.dbisala.com

Flexible Lifeline Systems Inc. 832-448-2903 or www.fall-arrest.com

FullPro Protective Gear Inc. 888-873-8557 or www.fullpro.com

Transportation Safety Apparel Inc. 843-686-4046 or www.wastesafety.com