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Featured Products - May 2012

Vivid Learning Systems


Utilities both large and small depend on Vivid Learning Systems to satisfy their training needs. We provide the entire training package, combining a best-in-class enterprise-wide Learning Management System with off-the-shelf and custom content; all backed by a knowledgeable and dedicated professional services team. Visit www.learnatvivid.com
        

Nanofilm

The Clarity Defog It anti fog formula is used by the military around the world to prevent fogged eyewear in vision-critical situations. It's been rigorously tested for performance. In one test, a lens treated with Defog It was held over constant hot steam for 60 minutes without fog forming. Similar products failed in as little as 5 minutes. Clarity Defog It anti fog is safe and effective on safety glasses, safety goggles, faceshields & eyeglasses, even high-tech anti-reflective and super-hydrophobic lenses. Visit www.defogitworks.com
        

Vollt

Locate tripped fuses easily from the ground! Blown fuses on transformers can be difficult to identify due to weather or fuse welding. The Vollt is a new device the provides utility operators and work crews with a high visibility alert when a transformer fuse is blown. The Vollt sensor will signify an error even when the fuse is welded, shrouded in ice or fails to drop. This is the most efficient and safest manner for ground crews to diagnose tripped fuses. Save money and time with Vollt sensors monitoring your lines. Visit vollt.org
        

GroundHound

The Ground Hound is an early warning system that monitors dangerous ground potential rise when working in high voltage areas. In addition to visual and audio alerts, the system interfaces with an iPhone App to provide real-time warning data on any iPhone. Visit http://advantage-dev.com/
        

Youngstown Gloves

The perfect safety fit for today's utility worker. Youngstown's Leather Utility Plus is made of 100% high quality goatskin leather sewn into an ergonomic, 3-D performance glove pattern with superb dexterity and durability. The result is increased efficiency, productivity, comfort and safety for workers.
Visit www.ytgloves.com
        

DICA FIT Safety Overview

The FIT Safety System by DICA provides a coordinated system of outrigger pad Fitting, Innovation and Training that delivers exceptional load bearing performance and ergonomic safety. Visit http://dicausa.com/fit-safety-system/
        

Safety Banners

SafetyBanners.ORG is the #1 Safety Banners Company because of our innovative approach to the safety banners market. For example, SafetyBanners.ORG is the ONLY safety banner manufacturer to produce a wind resistant mesh safety banner for your industrial fence line. if you have windy conditions, you will love our safety mesh fence safety banners. Visit http://safetybanners.org/
        

Featured Products - October 2011

Huskie Tools


Real Tools for Real Linemen - Huskie offers the widest selection of high-tech cutting and crimping tools anywhere. Choose from over 100 models of battery-powered, hydraulic or manual tools. Huskie tools are proven to increase productivity while reducing repetitive motion injuries. Whether your application is overhead or underground, Huskie has the right tool for the job. Visit www.huskietools.com
        

Salisbury by Honeywell

Salisbury is your complete source for personal electrical safety products that comply with ASTM requirements and OSHA regulations. Salisbury is the world leader in the manufacturing of personal protective equipment and live line tools to protect electrical workers from the hazards of their job. Salisbury offers the complete solution with insulating rubber gloves, blankets, line hose, temporary grounding equipment, voltage detectors, clamp sticks, distribution dead-end insulators, plastic cover-up and dielectric boots. Visit www.salisburybyhoneywell.com
        

Greenlee Tools

In 1862, it started with the Greenlee brothers’ barrel-making machines, then woodworking tools. Today Greenlee is the most respected and trusted source for professional grade tools when it comes to installing wire and cable. From holemaking and bending to test and measurement, you can depend on Greenlee tools to outlast and outperform the competition every time. Visit www.greenlee.com
        

Estex Mfg.

Estex Manufacturing is a solutions provider in the management of tools and safety products. We are committed to our customer and excellence in everything we do. Our performance standard is zero defects and we will be satisfied only when we meet all employee and customer requirements. We are focused on doing the job right the first time, in order to earn our customer's satisfaction. Visit www.estexmfg.com
        

General  Machine Products

GMP product applications include the placement of copper conductor, coaxial and fiber GMP Plaqueoptic cable both aerially and underground. Accepted as industry standards are the GMP aerial cable lashing machines, Adams® continuous duty winches and fiber optic cable pullers. Our line of 600 products also includes cable reels and rollers, cable cutters, unique modular plug pressing tools and other specially-designed tools for the data and telecommunications market. Visit www.gmptools.com
        

DICA

DICA showcases their ergonomic outrigger pads at the ICUEE show. Visit www.dicausa.com
        

Youngstown Glove

Today we offer over 30 performance work glove styles that exceed the demanding needs of professional workers. Our extensive line covers a broad variety of applications and working conditions, including specialized styles such as: Cut-Resistant, Waterproof/Windproof, High Visibility and Anti-Vibration. Visit www.ytgloves.com
        

Hastings Hotline Tools

  • Originator of the Telescoping Hot Stick
  • Tel-o-Pole II the no twist stick 
  • Insulated ratchet cutters 
  • Sectional/telescoping shotgun sticks 
  • Regulator Neutral Detector
  • Digital High Voltage Phasing Meter
  • Hot Line Indicators
  • Hot Stick Tester
  • Ground/Jumper Assembly Tester

Visit www.hfgp.com
        

Buckingham Manufacturing

Buckingham is ISO 9001:2008 certified and is primarily responsible for the design and manufacture of climbing and work positioning equipment, fall protection gear, and accessories specifically designed for the electric, telecommunications, cable and professional arborist markets. 

Senior management at Buckingham continues it’s commitment to quality improvements. Visit www.buckinghammfg.com
        

PreView Radar Systems

Extreme weather conditions. Busy intersections. Whether the call is to fix a downed power line in the middle of the night, repair a cable box that was taken out by an auto accident, or the routine maintenance on the utilities we all need every day, a utility truck operator has to overcome unique blind spots to get the job done safely. These accidents are preventable, with PreView Radar.

With equipment such as booms and oversized service bodies impairing their vision, drivers need all the help they can get to keep your company's safety record clean. That's why Preco Electronics offers PreView, a complete and intuitive blind spot detection system that can protect lives, property and your bottom line. Visit www.previewradar.com 
        

Utility Safety Technologies

The Multi-Use Technical Tool (M.U.T.T.) was designed with versatility in mind for the unique environment of the Utility Industry, specifically for working on or from utility poles. The M.U.T.T is intended to be placed in key locations on the pole to increase Lineman efficiency and safety. The M.U.T.T can be used for rigging, hoisting, rescue, and fall protection as well as many other uses.

The M.U.T.T installs quickly and easily on existing 5/8” through bolts and by design replaces the existing washer. On new poles, the anchor can be specified at predetermined locations as a “prevention through design” product for multiple intended uses. Visit www.utilityanchor.com 
        

Video and Highlights from Past iP Safety Conferences

Safety Management

Utility safety management is no easy job. Managing personnel, staying current on leg/reg issues, understanding record keeping processes and policy enforcement are only a few of the areas Incident Prevention provides in-depth coverage.

Read Safety Management articles

Personal Protective Equipment

OSHA requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce employee exposure to hazards. FR Clothing, Gloves, Head Protection, Eyewear and Protective Footwear are all PPE.  The  articles listed below discuss their proper use and maintenance. Attend iP Safety Conference & Expo to learn more about the latest PPE products.

Read Personal Protective articles

Tailgate Safety Topics

Tailgate meetings are a critical communication component of any strong utility safety program. Incident Prevention supplies the utility industry with topics for these important meetings. Each article can be printed out for use in the field or emailed to your crews.

Tailgate Safety Topic articles

Worksite Safety

Daily hazards face utility and contractor work crews. Understanding the risks involved, knowing the proper procedures, building a strong culture of open communication and constant awareness will prevent incidents. Our articles on aerial work, underground construction, grounding techniques, high-voltage risks provide utility workers a better understanding of the task at hand.  iP Safety Conferences are another great resource for understanding hazards.

Read Worksite Safety articles

Reader Profiles

Building an effective safety culture requires strong safety leadership.  The iP reader profiles features utility industry safety managers who know what it takes to overcome obstacles that brings their workers home each and every day.

Reader Profile articles

Leadership Development

As our current utility workforce retires, new utility safety leaders are coming onboard all of the time.  Incident Prevention is here to assist in the development of their leadership skills.  Managing people, understanding generational differences, building strong communications skills, establishing accountability are just a few of the subject areas covered in the magazine and at iP Safety Conferences.

Leadership Development articles

 

Equipment Operations

Safe equipment operations is required on every jobsite.  Utility work requires the use of cranes, derricks, buckets, trenchers, dozers and more.  Learn about the hazards associated with equipment operations in the articles featured below.

 Equipment Operations articles

Grounding

Grounding systems are designed so they provide the necessary safety functions. Understanding different grounding methods is critical for utility workers.  Incident Preventions relies upon industry experts to author these much needed articles.  For better insight on grounding methods used in the field you may want to attend iP Safety Conference and hear their in-depth presentations.

Read Grounding articles