On behalf of the Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange together with the Construction Industry Education Foundation, the Public Equipment Managers Association, the 2012 Safety Expo Advisory Council, and Expo Management congratulate the 2012 Safety Expo Innovation Award Recipients:
2012 Safety Innovator of the Year
SkyLine Scaffold – “Advanced Guardrail System”
Scaffold erection and dismantle has always had a hard time providing fall protection measures that made sense and were practical for the work flow. Customer calls for 100 percent fall protection have forced the scaffold erector to tie off at his feet, or to have tripping hazards from above. The Advance Guardrail System allows for erectors to have passive fall protection before they climb to the next level to continue erecting scaffold. The system works the same way in reverse allowing for erectors to dismantle scaffold with guardrail that moves with the erectors. Contact David Johnson, Skyline Scaffolding for further information.
Best in Show
Borg Unlimited – “Blue Collar Work Wear”
Blue Collar Work Wear is for workers that regularly carry objects/loads on their shoulders or against their ribs: linemen; lumberyard workers; framers, carpenters, pipe fitters; plumbers; electricians; rebar workers; welders; delivery persons; waiter; movers and/or other related occupations that carry loads against their body. This work wear provides safety, comfort and protection. Built-in detachable padding cushions and protects load bearing shoulders and ribs. Lower back support belt system is easy to adjust and part of the patented shirt design. The shirt can be used in all weather conditions, goes anywhere, and works great as an undergarment. Contact Richard Gamboa, Borg Unlimited
CH Bull – “Sumo-stance LW”
Ladders are a major cause of work-site injuries and deaths. Ladders have slide and side forces put on them when they are climbed. The new Sumo-stance ladder by Little Giant Ladder Systems is truly a “better mouse trap” – the ladde4r has built-in outriggers, stabilizers and leveling feet. It also has levels in two directions to assure the ladder is set-up properly. Contact Andy Bull, CH Bull Company
Guardian Fall Protection – “Basemate Ladder Level System”
Never set foot onto a wobbly ladder again with the Qual-Craft “Basemate Ladder Level System.” The Basemate helps make any extension ladder safer and easier to use. On level ground, it provides a wider and more stable platform. On uneven ground, the system helps you ground your ladder as firmly as you could on a flat surface. Easy to attach and compatible with most ladders, this stabilizer quickly equalizes uneven terrain with a tap of your foot. Lightweight and compact, the Basemate is weight-tested to support up to 1,200 pounds. Contact Tommy Lee, Guardian Fall Protection
Guardian Fall Protection - Qual-Craft “Lock-N-Climb”
Prevent dangerous and costly workplace ladder accidents with the Qual-Craft “Lock-N-Climb” ladder product. Made of durable 6061-grade aluminum, the US Patent Pending ‘Lock-N-Climb’ has been engineer-certified to withstand loads in excess of OSHA requirements, according to ANSI A14.2, ANSI 14.5 stands4rds. The “Lock-N-Climb” fits any extension ladder and installs in minutes when following the detailed product instructions. The “Lock-N-Climb” is used to promote ladder safety in leading companies in the construction, food, housing, roofing, hotel, agricultural and telecommunications industries across America. Contact Tommy Lee, Guardian Fall Protection
Safe-T-Systems – “Hole Covering Signage”
This product will replace OSHA approved signage for floor and roof openings and was designed, used and tested for one-and-a half years. The hole cover signage screws down to the floor/roof cover with or without 20 pound base – universal language: no training required. It should replace current signage or spray painting the opening cover. The approximate cost is $18 – $38 per unit and is composed of plastics and rubber – this is a stand-alone product and is is extremely practical, portable and reusable over and over. The construction industry will benefit as a precaution against death or serious injuries. Contact Add Kennon, Owner, Safe-T-Systems
The purpose of the Safety Innovations Award is recognize companies whose products or procedures have or will significantly improve safe practices in the workplace and work environments. With this in mind, these entries were submitted for review and voted on by members of the 2012 Safety Expo Advisory Council.
Thank you and congratulations to all of you that took the time and effort to share your procedures, ideas and specific product(s) that improve safety and safe practices in the workplace.
