Bandaids are a high theft item in many workplaces across Canada. It is not uncommon
for employees to open first aid kits to take a bandaid and find that there are none. Most employers have trouble keeping bandaids in stock inside first aid kits because they have to ensure kits are accessible to all staff at all times. This unfortunately means that some staff will take bandaids out of first aid kits at their workplace for personal use, leaving supplies low and kits inadequately stocked for real emergencies. This in turn leaves employers open to liability and potential fines for not ensuring supplies are adequate for actual first aid emergencies.

Cederroth Industrial Products is a manufacturer of innovative first aid supplies. Their Salve Quick bandaid dispensers and refills can help minimize theft of supplies and ensure bandaids are available for those workers that really need them. As a worker pulls the individual bandaid from the dispenser, the adhesive surface is exposed automatically and is ready to apply to the wound without leaving paper waste to dispose of. This ensures that workers cannot take bandaids home for personal use because the bandaids must be applied right away once you take it from the Salve Quick dispenser.

Refilling the Salve Quick dispenser is easy. Refills are available that you simply insert into the dispenser after removing the empty bandaid card using the supplied red dispenser key. There are several option available for bandaid types including fabric strips, plastic strips,metal detectable and finger tip bandages.

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The Respiratory Protection section of our online catalogue has been updated.

There are new products and revised organization to better help you find the respiratory protective products that you need for your application.

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Why is it so difficult for supervisors to make sure workers are using their PPE correctly? Most manufacturers provide a very detailed manual with each piece of safety equipment sold, but are usually too long or too difficult to understand for the average worker. Most companies don't have the resources to designate a full time employee to inspect their workplace to make sure everyone is adhering to company safety policies.



ISS has launched a new Safety On Scene Service – the “10 Steps to Safety” posters provide a short summary of the Do’s and Don'ts of proper PPE use.

Here is a sample poster:

These customizable bulletins can be printed on virtually any material and size, emphasizing, right out of the box how important relevant information is for workers and their protection while using Personal Protective Equipment.

Customize a safety reminder for your workers today!

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Draeger First in the World to have a NIOSH approved cartridge for use in H2S environments.

Dräger is pleased to highlight our new Multi-Gas+ Cartridge to fit the X-plore® 3300/3500/5500 twin filter masks. These cartridges can be used to work in environments up to 100 ppm H2S (IDLH level), providing proper change out schedules are followed. There are two versions available (with P100 filter and without P100 filter) which also protect from the following gases:
• Organic Vapors
• Chlorine
• Chlorine Dioxide
• Hydrogen Chloride
• Hydrogen Fluoride
• Sulfur Dioxide
• Ammonia
• Methylamine
• Hydrogen Sulfide

Cartridge 6738351 is approved for use with our N95 and R95 pre-filter pads, and our X-plore® Pure low profile P100 filter. Cartridge 6738361 is approved for use with our coarse particulate pre-filter.

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Our online PDF catalogue has been updated.

New page numbers have been implemented for all sections to include section numbers. If you have an older version of the catalogue, please consult the new PDFs for the most up to date page numbers and product information.

New products have been added to the following sections:

• 01: Instrumentation
  
• 05: Respiratory Protection

We hope these updates will better assist you in finding the best products for your application. If you have any questions about products, please don't hesitate to contact customer service.

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In light of the N1N1 and Swine Flu, there are many people out there looking for more information on respiratory protection. The following is a list of some basic questions and answers as a place to start:

What should I look for when purchasing a mask or filter?
• Use certified masks and filters only.
• Certified masks and filters will display the NIOSH emblem.
• Do not use surgical or dust masks that do not display the NIOSH emblem or have an efficiency rating of less than N95.


What do the letters N, R and P mean?
• N Series = Not resistant to oil .
• R Series = Resistant to oil .
• P Series = Oil proof.


What does the N95 mean?
• A mask with an N95 rating is not resistant to oil and has a 95% filter efficiency rating.
• There are three levels of filter efficiency: 95%, 99%, and 99.97%.
• Filter efficiency means the percentage of particulates removed by the filter.
• The higher the efficiency, the lower the leakage.
• Examples include: – N95, R95, P95, N99. – HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) Filter.
– N100, R100 and P100 (highest efficiency 99.97%).
– P100 is designed to remove the most penetrating particle size (magenta colour coded).


When should I use a N, P or R filter?
The following flow chart will help you choose the right filter for your needs:

There are two types of respirators:
• Air Purifying Respirators.
• Supplied Air Respirators.


What are Air Purifying Respirators?
There are three types of air purifying respirators: Quarter Mask, Half Mask and Full Face Piece.
1. Quarter Mask—Filtering Face Piece
• Removes particles only.
• Also known as a disposable respirator, dust mask and single-use respirator.
• Should be discarded after one use.
• There are many different types and sizes. Find one that is comfortable for you!
• Types available include N95, P95, R95, N99, P100.
• Price range: N series – $1 to $4 each, R and P series – $2 to $10 each.

2. Half Mask
• Removes vapour and gas only, unless a particle prefilter (N, R, P) is also used.
• There are many different sizes and types. Find one that best fits you!
• Price range: $14 to $60 each. 3. Full Face Piece
• Protects the eyes, removes vapour and gas only, unless a particle prefilter (N, R, P) is also used.
• There are many different types and sizes available. Find one that best fits you!
• Price range: $120 to $250 each.


What are Supplied Air Respirators?
Supplied air respirators provide air from a source, not from the surrounding environment. The types of agricultural situations that would require supplied air respirators include livestock methane, silo entry and fumigation. There are two types of supplied air respirators:

1. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
• Air or oxygen is carried in a tank on the worker’s back.
• Price range: $1300 to $1800 each.

2. Supplied Air Respirator (Airline)
• Air is supplied through a stationary tank through a high-pressure hose connected to the respirator.
• Price range: $1200 to $1800 each.


What type of cartridge should I use?
The type of cartridge used in your respirator will depend on the type of contaminant you are handling. Cartridges are colour coded to indicate the type of contaminant protection. Non-Prefiltered Cartridges:

• Acid Gases (i.e. sulfuric acid) – White.
• Organic Vapours (i.e. solvents) – Black.
• Ammonia Gas – Green.
• Acid Gases (AG) & Organic Vapours (OV) – Yellow.
• Acid Gases, Ammonia & Organic Vapours – Brown.
• “Other” Vapours and Gases or Multiple Protection – Olive Green.
• Prefilters must be used in combination with these cartridges when dust, fumes, mists, pesticides and paints are present.
• Price range: $3.50 to $12.00 per two-pack.

Prefiltered Cartridges:
• Dust, Fumes, Mists, Asbestos, Radionuclides and Highly Toxic Particles – Magenta (P100 filter).
• Organic Vapours and P100 Combination – Black/Magenta.
• Acid Gas and P100 Combination – White/Magenta.
• Organic Vapour/Acid Gas and P100 Combination – Yellow/Magenta.
• Ammonia/Methyl Amine and P100 Combination – Green/Magenta.
• Organic Vapour/Formaldehyde and P100 Combination – Olive Green/Magenta.
• Price range: $3.50 to $12.00 per two-pack.


What is the difference between a filter and a cartridge?
• Filters remove particles only.
• Cartridges/canisters remove vapour and gas only.


Should I use both filters and cartridges at the same time?
• In a situation where particles, vapour and gas are present, both filters and cartridges are required.
• A Half Mask or Full Face Piece Mask is required with the appropriate cartridges and filters for the job you are doing.


Proper Fit
To ensure a proper fit, a Negative Fit Test should be performed:

1. Place the mask over your mouth and nose (adjust straps so that the mask fits snugly).
2. Place your hands over cartridge so that no air can enter.
3. Breathe in and hold your breath.
4. The mask should suck in against your face and stay there for 10 seconds after you have stopped breathing in.
5. If the mask does not collapse against your face or immediately releases, re-adjust the straps and repeat steps 1–4. If you cannot maintain a tight seal as described, try a different size, make or model of respirator until you find one that does seal.

A respirator may not fit properly if you:

• Wear dentures
• Have facial scarring.
• Are not clean shaven (i.e. five o’clock shadow).
• Have had a broken facial bone or facial surgery.


Lifespan
• Disposable masks are designed for single use only and should be discarded at the end of every day.
• Polymer respirators, such as a Half Mask and Full Face Piece should be cleaned after each use and the filters discarded and replaced at the end of the day.


Storage
• Respirators must be stored in a clean dry place in a tight container or a sealed plastic bag when not in use.
• Respirators should be kept in a convenient location close to where they are to be used.
• Respirators must be protected from dust, sunlight, extreme heat and cold, moisture, chemicals and physical damage.
• Do not store respirators unprotected in your work area.



For more information, please contact International Safety Systems Inc.
1-877-DIAL-ISS
info@internationalsafety.com

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Dräger Alcotest 6510

Thinking of hosting a corporate party? Use what the law enforcement officials use to measure alcohol levels of drivers before sending your employees home. The 'Breathalyzer' is here.

Safe and easy to use.
Automatic sampling and calibration processes make the instrument easy to use. All measurement functions are controlled via a single key, while menu navigation is by two menu keys. The special way the mouthpieces are designed means they can be fitted quickly and securely even in poor light conditions. Rapid ready for use. The very latest in electronics technology ensures that the instrument is ready for use in no time at all. Quick and precise analysis. The 1/4“-Dräger Sensor with its optimized gas dynamics measures specifically alcohol. Even at high alcohol concentrations direct gas paths, fast pneumatic components and short reaction times of the sensor ensure the measurement result will be displayed quickly.

Low energy consumption.
More than 1500 breath alcohol tests can be conducted on just two batteries (AAsize).

“Slide'n'click” mouthpiece.
The shape of the mouthpiece means you will intuitively fit it correctly. An air outlet which cannot be obstructed prevents any manipulation when the breath sample is given. A spacer on the mouthpiece prevents the test subject's lips from coming into contact with the instrument's housing, and at the same time may be used as a mouthpiece ejector. The individually packaged mouthpieces can be attached to the instrument easily and hygienically.

Practical design.
Thanks to its compact dimensions, the Dräger Alcotest 6510 even fits into a shirt pocket. The ergonomic design makes the instrument equally easy to use for right and left-handed people. The separation of the grip area and the mouthpiece automatically ensures a certain distance between the hand of the operator and the mouth of the person to be tested.

Optimized instrument interaction.
Interaction between operator and instrument takes place via the back-lit display with its easily comprehensible plain text messages. A light emitting diode with different colours and audible signals support the display.

Integrated data-logger.
The latest 10 measurement results with their respective test numbers are stored in the data-logger. Individual results can be called up from the log by pressing the menu keys. The Dräger Alcotest 6510 offers professional users precise and quick breath alcohol analysis in a user-friendly and compact form. Thanks to its wide range of possible configurations, the hand-held instrument can be easily adapted to meet different international regulations and guidelines. Because the Dräger Alcotest 6510 offers intuitive operation, it is easy to use and precise measurement results can be obtained within a very short period of time.

Contact International Safety Systems Inc at 1877 DIAL ISS for more information.

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