Over the last few weeks, we’ve seen a great deal of change at Safety One and are planning for an exciting and busy 2018! Though some members of our staff have moved on, we are always excited to have new faces around the shop. Additionally,...
Hypothermia is a dangerous drop in the core body temperature below 95°F / 35°C. (Normal body temperature is approximately 98.6˚F / 37˚C.) The “core” includes: - Brain, - Heart, - Lungs, - Neck Although Hypothermia often occurs gradually, over hours or even days, it can happen...
Student-instructor ratio tends to be an afterthought when considering a training institute, but this ratio is more important than you may realize, as it can make a considerable difference in the value of the training course, and the quality of the education received by the...
Have you wondered why Tower Climbing Certifications expire after two years? After all, students who successfully complete a class at any reputable training organization have invested considerable time, money and effort to obtain a certification. It’s not uncommon to think that the expiration date on...
As delivered, the hagglund BV206 offers two headlights that shed light only in the direction of travel and not more than a few hundred feet. As such, many operators attached off-road lights to enhance visibility in low light conditions – this is critical as snowcat...
The Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS) is known for its superior protection in cold environments for extended periods of time. ECWCS consists of multiple layer options that can be worn in combination to provide adequate protection for individuals in temperatures from +40 to -60!...
We were recently asked by the Incident Prevention Magazine, to discuss the essence of safety tips for utility employees who work in remote areas, especially the areas that are impacted by snow, ice and other cold weather conditions. Below are some of the article highlights:...
Snowcat Operator Training Here at Safety One, we train Basic and Advanced operation of snowcats in varying degrees of difficulty. Many time we receive email inquiries about specific topics, and one of the most common is about blading. For example, these are the types of many questions...
Pre-Season Safety Checklist - The Final Four! Check all seat belts Seatbelts should be long enough for every passenger. Be sure to check the seatbelt latches and make sure they work reliably. Look over each seatbelt for tears and other damage to the fabric. Replace seatbelts as...
New EnviroChamber hits -70°F in Early Testing Safety One’s newest addition to our testing and training capabilities is our EnviroChamber. It can produce temperatures of -15F and above 150F. Throw in a 40MPH wind and you have a -70°F Wind Chill Temperature! Its can allow students from both...