April Showers...

bring out the rain gear!

As the clouds gather overhead this spring, workers all over will be getting out that old rain gear and heading out on the job. At NSA, we want to make sure that they not only stay dry, but also that they are comfortable in doing so.  That's why we are re-introducing our Arc Extreme and Arc Extreme Hybrid rain apparel.

The Arc Extreme is our first breathable rain jacket and overall combo, made from specially designed layered material for ultimate comfort and protection from the weather.  And, new this season, it is now available in high-visibility yellow (Arc rating: 17.8 cal/cm²) along with navy (9.2 cal/cm²).

Now, if the Arc Extreme is the luxury sedan, then the Arc Extreme Hybrid is the sports car prototype. Our most advanced rainwear line features both the navy and high-vis yellow materials, combined to make an ultra-comfortable and stylish set.  We've added additional reflective striping to make the garments meet ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 2 or Class 3 standards.  Lastly, our IGX™ Technology includes a design to minimize seams' exposure to direct rain impact, keeping you drier longer.

For more information, check out our Product Information Sheets, available for download below.

Top Ten Oft-Cited Workplace Hazards

According to OSHA standards, the top ten most cited areas are the following:

1. Scaffolding, general requirements, construction (29 CFR 1926.451)
2. Fall protection, construction (29 CFR 1926.501)
3. Hazard communication standard, general industry (29 CFR 1910.1200)
4. Respiratory protection, general industry (29 CFR 1910.134)
5. Control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout), general industry (29 CFR 1910.147)
6. Electrical, wiring methods, components and equipment, general industry (29 CFR 1910.305)
7. Powered industrial trucks, general industry (29 CFR 1910.178)
8. Ladders, construction (29 CFR 1926.1053)
9. Electrical systems design, general requirements, general industry (29 CFR 1910.303)
10. Machines, general requirements, general industry (machine guarding) (29 CFR 1910.212)

For these reasons, it's important to have all the bases covered for your workers! We strive to provide safety solutions to minimize as many hazards as possible. Check out our website for more information on our latest innovative protective apparel.

FR Control Giveaway!

National Safety Apparel is giving away one FREE FR Control™ short sleeve T-shirt!

The FR Control™ shirt is specially designed to continuously interact and adapt to your body's temperature and keep you cool on warmer days, and warm on colder days.

It is arc rated up to 3.6 cal/cm² (Ebt), making it a great base layer to your arc protection gear. It is available in short sleeve, long sleeve, and long underwear styles. Don't miss out on this great innovation from National Safety Apparel!

There are two ways to enter:

1. Head over to our Facebook page, click the "Like" button, and then also Like the giveaway post. Please note: you must Like the actual posting, not just our page!.
2. Find us on Twitter, and tweet the hash tag #FRControlGiveaway (the easiest way is to just re-tweet one of our posts with the hash tag in it). While you're at it, follow us on Twitter for future promotions, too!

That's it! You're entered!  The drawing will take place on Friday, March 23rd, 2012. Only one entry per person.

For more information on FR Control and how to purchase, contact NSA's customer service department at 1-800-553-0672, option 2, or e-mail customerservice@nsamfg.com.

If you have any questions regarding the drawing, please contact Kevin Wayner at kwayner@nsamfg.com.

Good luck!

IGX Technology Explained

You may have looked at our Arc Extreme Hybrid series and wondered, "what exactly is IGX Technology?" Well, the name comes from Ingress and Gravitational Stoppage, where the garment design and material minimize the seams and openings that are exposed to direct hits from the rain coming down onto you. More seam protection equals more water being directed off of your shoulders, head, and arms.  That's why seams are moved away from the top of the jacket and protected with sealing tape inside.

The diagram shown below illustrates how the fabric's Durable Water Repellent Finish keeps water and wind out, and also keeps you warm while getting rid of body moisture inside. This material coupled with advanced design and craftsmanship make our Arc Extreme Hybrid rainwear the best yet!