DAY STAR NEWSLETTER - July 2007

Once again we want to say "Thank You" for your business. For almost 30 years we have been providing safety equipment, services, and solutions to many companies in the Midwest. This would not be possible without you, our valued customer.

Day Star Safety Services

We maintain a complete line of rental equipment for industrial hygiene monitoring and confined space entries. Our on-site technicians can provide service, repair, and calibration of your equipment. We also offer safety and health consulting, training, industrial hygiene and medical surveillance services on an as-needed basis. Just contact us at sales@daystarsafety.com if you would like more information or to request a proposal or to visit our website click here >>>

Upcoming Meetings and Events for July 2007

2007 Kansas City Area Safety & Health Conference – July 26th & 27th – Great Wolf Lodge – For more information or to register please contact Beverly Smith at the Safety & Health Council of Western Missouri & Kansas at 816-842-5223 extension *233 or at bevsmith@safetycouncilmoks.com.

Heart of America ASSE Chapter – July 9th – 12 PM to 1:30 PM - Saddle Ranch Chop House (The Legends) - To RSVP call Tom Ireland at 913-894-7443 or at tireland@inkcycle.com by July 6th before 3 PM.

Construction Safety Group of Kansas City – July 11th – 11:30 PM to 1 PM - Builders Association Training Center – To RSVP call the CSG reservation line at 816-471-0880 ext. 369 or contact Curt Cummings at curtis.cummings@dhpace.com by July 9th before 3:30 PM.

OSHAC – Joplin – July 10th – 11:30 AM to 1 PM – Red Hot & Blue – For more information please contact Michael Mulhall at 417-869-2121 or 800-334-1349 or at mmulhall@nsozarks.org.

OSHAC – Monett – July 17th - 11:30 AM to 1 PM – Grant’s Restaurant – For more information please contact Michael Mulhall at 417-869-2121 or 800-334-1349 or at mmulhall@nsozarks.org.

OSHAC – Springfield – July 24th - 11:30 AM to 1 PM – Ryan’s Grill Buffet – For more information please contact Michael Mulhall at 417-869-2121 or 800-334-1349 or at mmulhall@nsozarks.org.

Wichita Area Safety Construction Group – July 13th – 11:30 AM to 1 PM – Ryan’s Steakhouse – For more information please contact Tamara Hadley at 316-264-7050 or at thadley@isienvironmental.com.

New Pandemic Flu Guidance for Healthcare Workers Released

On May 21, OSHA unveiled a new workplace safety and health guidance document that will help employers in the healthcare industry and their employees prepare for an influenza pandemic. Pandemic Influenza Preparedness and Response Guidance for Healthcare Workers and Healthcare Employers includes technical information on infection control and industrial hygiene practices to reduce the risk of infection in healthcare settings, workplace preparations and planning issues, and OSHA standards having special importance to pandemic preparedness planners and responders in the industry.

OSHA's Targeted Inspection Plan for 2007

Approximately 4,150 high-hazard worksites are on tap for inspection under OSHA's 2007 Site-Specific Targeting Program, as of May 14. This year's program will initially target sites that reported 11 or more injuries or illnesses, resulting in days away from work, restricted work activity, or job transfer for every 100 full-time employees (known as the DART rate). The list will also include sites that have a days away from work injury and illness (DAFWII) rate of 9 or higher. The program stems from the agency's Data Initiative for 2006, which surveyed approximately 80,000 employers to attain their injury and illness numbers for 2005.

OSHA Proposes To Update Personal Protective Equipment Standards

OSHA published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in the May 17 Federal Register to revise the personal protective equipment (PPE) sections of its general industry, shipyard employment, longshoring and marine terminals standards regarding the use of eye, face, head, and foot protection. These proposed revisions are a continuation of OSHA's effort to update references to specific consensus and industry standards located throughout the agency's standards. OSHA is accepting comments until July 16. See the Federal Register notice for complete instructions on submitting comments.

New Products

For additional product information, please contact Customer Service at (800) 747-1401 or locally at (816) 221-1401

DBI/SALA TALON 100% TIE-OFF SELF RETRACTING LIFELINE

The Talon twin-leg 100% tie-off design provides continuous fall protection and added mobility. The unique design allows the user to attach one lifeline leg to the anchor point, move to a new location and connect the second, then disconnect the first and move again. Each lifeline works independently, extending up to 6 feet and automatically retracting providing fall protection and mobility 100% of the time!

3102000 with 2 ¼” throat opening aluminum hook on each lifeline, Delta comfort back pad, and two lanyard keepers

Price: $350.00 each

DBI/SALA GLYDER 2 SLIDING BEAM CLAMP

The Glyder 2 provides fall protection and complete horizontal mobility while working on structural steel such as I beams. For complete jobsite flexibility the device can be attached overhead or at your feet. Installs in seconds with three easy steps – Depress locking tab mechanism – Slide ratcheting hook end to snug fit against beam flange and release locking tab – Repeat for other side if desired. Weighs only 3.7 lbs and has a user capacity rating of 420 lbs. Fits beams 3 ½”-14” wide and up to ¼” thick.

2104700 Glyder 2 sliding beam anchor

Price: $151.00

QR – QUICK RELIEF “POWDER BANDAGE”

QR Powder adheres to the wound tissue, absorbing and interacting with its fluids to form a “seal” or “artificial scab”. This seal stops the bleeding, protects the wound from further infection and contamination, and allows the body’s own mechanism to begin healing. It falls off naturally once the wound has healed. Helps workers get back to work within seconds while reducing employee downtime. Classified by the FDA in the same category as bandages and gauze. Non-toxic. Hypoallergenic – does not cause an allergic reaction.

28UOC353 Quick Relief for cuts, punctures and other easy-to-reach wounds – 2 applications per clamshell
Price: $8.16 pkg

28QOC053 Quick Relief w/applicator for nosebleeds, head wounds and other difficult-to-reach areas – 2 applications per clamshell
Price: $9.68 pkg

ERGODYNE GLOWEAR CLASS 2 REFLECTIVE VEST

Class 2 two-tone expandable vest with ANSI-certified lime green polyester mesh material, hook and loop closure, adjustable sides, 2” level 2 ANSI-certified tape (3M-Scotchlite), tape set on 4.5” contrasting orange background. Machine washable. Only need to stock two sizes, M/L and XL/2XL.

21394-8240HL M/L - $33.95 each
21396-8240HL XL/2XL - $33.95 each

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