Category Archives: Safety

Safety Goggles Review: Radians, Dewalt, Uvex

Posted on March 1st, 2010
Safety Goggles Review: Radians, Dewalt, Uvex Some hobbyists and DIYers risk eye injury and occasionally forego wearing safety goggles, with the most common excuse being that they’re uncomfortable to wear. While safety glasses can sometimes be an appropriate alternative, and are certainly better than nothing, there are times when goggles are required. The goggle styles discussed in this mini-review are exceptionally comfortable, and nobody that [...]
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Sunset & Lowes Home Improvement Book Recall

Posted on January 29th, 2010
Sunset & Lowes Home Improvement Book Recall Oxmoor House is recalling nine home improvement books since they “contain errors in the technical diagrams and wiring instructions that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock or fire hazard to consumers.” We’ve seen several posts elsewhere about this recall, but figured it couldn’t hurt to mention it ourselves. Following [...]
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20%-Off Mechanix Cold Weather Work Gloves

Posted on December 24th, 2009
20%-Off Mechanix Cold Weather Work Gloves We’re huge fans of Mechanix branded mechanics’/work gloves – they fit well, last long, and feel great. While we haven’t yet tried Mechanix’ cold weather gloves, they’re currently on sale at Amazon for 20%-off, so we’ll give them a try.
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Racor Spray Can Rack

Posted on May 5th, 2009
Racor Spray Can Rack Racor’s spray can rack holds 6 cans or similarly sized bottles neatly and out of the way. The rack, constructed from 14ga steel and coated with a durable epoxy finish, installs quickly and easily, and barely takes up any more space than the 6 cans it holds. While we have seen quite a few DIY spray [...]
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The WSIB Wants to Scare You Safe!

Posted on March 20th, 2009
Check out these promotional videos by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board. If you ask me, horrifying videos are a brilliant way to promote occupational safety! WARNING: The following four videos/commercials are somewhat graphic and disturbing – you may want to refrain from watching if you’re squeamish. Also note that they’re morbidly humorous the second time around, [...]

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