*Podcasts may contain explicit material* Today, the Quad City Safety guys are delivering the goods on gas detection devices — what they do and why you need them. Join Dave White and Fred Radunzel as they discuss everything from their musical prowess (or lack thereof) to why confined spaces aren’t ... Read More
*Podcasts may contain explicit material* Nobody wants to deal with stink at work. Today’s Dave & Bacon’s Safety Tales topic is about dealing with gas. And, not just the kind that sneaks up on you after a lunch break! Gas detection is especially important when working in confined spaces. But, no ... Read More
Topics: Gas Detection, Confined Spaces
Confined spaces are one of the most dangerous places to work. Add in the potential for explosive gases, you have yourselves a powder keg just waiting for a spark. The main causes of confined space accidents are lack of knowledge and training about the risks and when to use gas detection devices. ... Read More
Confined spaces kill more often than you think, especially in the construction industry. So, it just makes sense to ask why more time isn’t spent identifying confined spaces and training workers to avoid them. The last thing you want is a worker oblivious to the dangers that surround them every ... Read More
Topics: Gas Detection, Confined Spaces
Let’s just say that relying on your sense of smell when it comes to detecting gas or toxic contaminants is one of the dumbest things Bacon has both seen and heard on a job site. If you want to keep workers safe from the dangers of asphyxiation, death or explosions, then you might want to know the ... Read More
Topics: Gas Detection, Confined Spaces
What kind of gas monitor do I need for my confined space? You know there are areas that are high risk for workers, especially in the construction industry.We’re going to tackle them all and give you the information that workers need to stay safe, but today let’s zero in on the gas monitoring ... Read More
It’s the only way you can be sure your equipment is functioning How do you know your smoke alarm works at home? Because you push the little red button once in a while and it makes an obnoxious sound. That's the same reason for bump testing your gas detection devices. Have you ever heard of a ... Read More
Why the hell should we care about calibrating a gas detection device? Nothing fires up a safety guy more than hearing stories about people dying because of a stupid mistake. In 2015, 136 U.S. workers died from confined space related accidents! When someone dies because of an oversight, someone’s ... Read More
Workers encounter numerous hazards every day on the job. From selecting the proper PPE and emergency equipment, to being able to rely on devices that may save lives, preparation and readiness are the keys to minimizing risk. Confined spaces are among the many hazards workers face daily. Confined ... Read More
