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Hitachi Koki U.S.A recalls Hitachi Pneumatic Nailers

This recall involves two models of Hitachi Koki 3 ¼ inch strip pneumatic nailers with depth adjustment. Affected model numbers are NR83A2(Y) and NR83A3 and the numbers are located on a label attached to the side of the nailers and on the outside of the box containing the product.   The following models and serial…...

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King Canada recalls Performance Plus Air Compressor

This recall involves the Performance Plus, 4-gallon air compressor identified by model number 8488N.  The product is a 2.5HP, 9 Amp, 110 Volt, 1720 RPM 4-gallon air compressor with two 2-gallon (7.6-litre) red tanks stacked one on top of the other, with a maximum operating pressure of 120 PSI and air delivery of 4.1 standard…...

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HSENI safety warning on imported air compressors

The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) is warning about potentially serious safety issues relating to imported air compressors manufactured in China by the ‘Taizhou Baoma Pump Industry Company Limited’.   The warning comes after a shipment of unsafe air compressors was stopped at Belfast Port, preventing them from being sold in Northern…...

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Recall of W14-150 Ergo Angle Grinders

Name of product: W14-150 Ergo 12 Amp Angle Grinders Model numbers affected: 606251420 and 606251440 Serial numbers affected: 3010000001 to 4020031488 Hazard: Under certain conditions, the on/off switch can stick in the on position. Incidents / Injuries: Two incidents have been reported and there have been no injuries. Products were sold through industrial/construction distribution and…...

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WORKSAFE BC Safety Alert – Refrigerant gas leaks may pose a risk of suffocation

A janitor was cleaning a washroom located beside a mechanical compressor room. The compressor provided refrigeration to an indoor ice skating rink. The janitor’s body was discovered hours after he failed to check in. The cause of death was found to be a refrigerant (Freon-22) that had leaked from the compressor. Without any warning, the…...

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BSEE Safety Alert – Misuse of Beam Clamps as Ground (Electrical Grounds)

The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has identified a potential safety issue in regard to the use of beam clamps on many Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) facilities. It is determined that the use of beam clamps as grounding conductors could potentially cause fires and present electrical hazards to personnel. Many OCS facilities are…...

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Product Inspection Notice – Guardian Fall Protection

Immediate Action Required – PRODUCT(S): Rebar Swivel Hook. Part numbers 01600, 01603, 01608, & 01611 Please be advised that Guardian Fall Protection SKU numbers #01600, #01603, #01608 & #01611 use a Usang Industrial Co., Ltd. Rebar Swivel Hook. Usang has notified Guardian Fall Protection and numerous other Fall Protection manufacturers in the United States of an…...

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GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION RECALL

Certain Self Retracting Lifelines identified in this Notice =  20’ and 30’ with specific serial numbers. Guardian Fall Protection recently discovered a potential performance problem with 20’ & 30’ Edge Series Self-­‐Retracting Lifelines (SRL) in complying with ANSI Z359.14‐2012 requirements for ­‐40°F cold conditioning tests. There have been no reported injuries due to this issue…....

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RECALL NOTICE: SEWN CORDS DUE TO FALL HAZARD (Used in PFAS and CS Rescue)

Recall Summary Name of Product: Sewn cord edge restraints, sewn eyes and sewn loops. Hazard: Sewn cords break at a lower weight than published weight values, posing a fall hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumer Contact: Sterling Rope Company at (800) 788-7673 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Recall Details Units: About 9,200…...

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Capital Safety PRODUCT NOTICE — SNAPHOOKS

Capital Safety is aware of an assembly issue with snaphooks manufactured by a supplier. These snaphooks are widely used components in fall protection products. The issue concerns missing or improperly installed rivets (see photograph below). The manufacturer symbol is a stamped “Y” as shown in the photograph…. Membership Required You must be a member to...

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