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Tolerance limits for exposure to heat
Today's tip starts with a reminder: occupational exposure to heat (indoors or outdoors, with or without direct sunlight), in any work situation, implies a thermal overload to the worker - and the...
Working at Height: all you need to know
It is considered Work at Height any and all activities performed above 2 meters of height from the main base, with risk of the professional falling. This kind of work requires special care so that...
The importance of NR-35 for Working at Height
The performance of Work at Height brings a series of risks, responsibilities, commitments and obligations for the company, employers and the worker himself. All these responsibilities must be taken...
Lanyard: what is it and what is it used for?
The execution of Work at Height requires the correct use of all the PPE specific for this type of activity. When the worker is 2 meters or more in height in relation to the base of the place where...
Safety Harness: What is it and what is it used for?
Work at Height is performed at least 2 meters above the base where the worker is located, or when there is a potential risk of injury below this height. This type of activity requires special care...
Working at Height: Essential PPE for this activity
Work at Height is one of the activities that involves most risk in the worker's day to day life, so it is essential to use correctly the recommended PPE and respect the rules established by NR 35 to...
New Fall Arrest Devices
More safety, performance and comfort! Hércules introduces its new even more efficient and safer Fall Arrest Devices. The HTQR comes with: - Box made of high impact resistant polymer and much lighter...
C.A. Validity – Did you know?
The Regulatory Standard 6 of the Ministry of Labor, known as NR6 by Occupational Safety professionals, establishes the guidelines related to personal protective equipment (PPE) - use, typology,...
Sectors that acknowledge female labor the most
The formal sectors of the economy, on average, present a difference of approximately 20% between men's and women's salaries - women being the ones who receive the lowest amounts. However, the...
Women’s challenges in the labor market
For years now the role of women in the labor market has been gradually increasing. However, there are still a number of difficulties they face - and many because of sheer discrimination....