HSI Construction and Industrial Safety

Choosing the Right Lifting Sling for Any Application

By Hanes Supply
Sep 15, 2025
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Selecting the appropriate lifting sling is crucial for ensuring safe and efficient operations. This comprehensive guide breaks down the four primary sling types—synthetic, wire rope, and chain—detailing their advantages, limitations, and common applications in the industry. It also addresses key factors for selection, including load type, environment, and usage frequency, as well as best practices for inspection, storage, and training. Whether you’re lifting delicate cargo or heavy machinery, this post assists you in making informed decisions for every application.

How Often Should Rigging Slings Be Inspected?

By Hanes Supply
Sep 12, 2025
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Ensuring the safety and reliability of rigging slings is paramount in industries that involve cargo lifting and material handling. Regular inspections are essential to identify wear and tear, damage, or defects that could compromise the safety of your entire operation. We'll outline the suggested inspection procedures and their frequency for rigging slings, drawing from authoritative sources, industry standards, and years of experience.

Winter Safety Tips for Construction Sites

By Hanes Supply
Jan 22, 2024
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Hey there, winter warriors! As we gear up for the chilly season, it's time to ensure safety doesn't take a backseat, especially when it comes to navigating fall hazards. In the realm of heightened hazards brought by cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, and reduced visibility, fall protection and specialized safety gear become pivotal components of a comprehensive safety strategy. Hanes Supply has your back (quite literally!) with our wide range of winterized gear.

Louisville Ladder helps make your job easier

Nov 20, 2019
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While sometimes overlooked, a ladder is one of the most important components of the job you’re performing. Safety and function of your ladder will positively affect the job you’re working on. Louisville Ladder gives you the comfort and security knowing you're using some of the best products on the market, including two of their premier products.

Moldex Soothers Earplugs: A Safer Solution for Hearing Protection

Jul 19, 2019
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Ear protection is part of the daily uniform for many jobs in construction and industry. Working in a loud environment is risky for the health of your ears, especially for workers who are exposed to noise hazards regularly for long periods of time.

Ladder Safety Month: A Comprehensive Guide to Ladder Safety

Mar 13, 2019
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More than 100 people die from ladder-related accidents every year, and thousands more suffer disabling injuries. Using a ladder isn’t inherently dangerous – when ladders are in working condition, set up correctly, and used by a person with proper training, they're a safe and essential part of any construction site or home toolbox. So why do so many ladder related injuries and fatalities continue to occur?

ANSI ISEA 138: A New Standard for Impact Protection

Mar 13, 2019
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Across construction, industrial, gas, and oil industries, there’s one essential tool that every worker uses every day – their hands. Although the human hand is an incredible tool, it’s also a delicate one – the bones and tissues in the back of the hand are vulnerable to work related injuries ranging from bumps and bruises to breaks and crushes.