Safety Equipment & First Aid
Face Shield
Protect your face from chemical splashes when reclaiming with power washer and using haze remover or other aggressive chemicals. Adjustable to fit any head size. Maximum comfort and visibility. OSHA requirement for shops handling hazardous chemicals.
OSHA Required
Safety Goggles
Protect your eyes with these clear, comfortable safety goggles. OSHA regulations require eye protection to be provided in screen printing shops, and these goggles are a perfect fit! Adjustable strap, even fits over glasses. Must be worn when using spotting equipment.
OSHA Required
Latex Gloves
Clean hands mean clean shirts. These latex gloves keep your hands protected from inks and chemicals, so you can save time and money on cleanup. And these gloves are so affordable that when one gets dirty, you can just toss them out and grab another!
OSHA Required
Powder-Free Latex Gloves
Same as our other latex gloves, but powder-free for easy slip-on and those allergic to powder.
OSHA Required
Disposable Nitrile Gloves
Our strongest disposable rubber gloves. These gloves cost a few cents more, but their durability will save you in the long run. These gloves can be used on long reclaiming projects where latex gloves would not hold up.
OSHA Required
Reusable Nitrile Gloves
Solvent resistant, this glove is perfect for repeated use in your screen reclaiming area. Made of 13 Mil flock lined blue rubber.
OSHA Required
Eye Wash Station
This single station eye and skin flush system is a must for areas with a risk of splashing or flying particles. The system's portability is perfect for your shop - place one near pressure washers, washout sinks, spot cleaning guns, etc. OSHA required.
OSHA Required
3M Respirator
Perfect for working around harsh chemicals such as haze removers and cyanoacrylate adhesives. The respirator should also be worn when mixing any type of concentrated chemicals. Medium or Large size.
OSHA Required
Color Coded Brushes
Your screen prep & reclaiming area must be color coded to avoid chemical cross-contamination which could result in toxic fumes and/or damage to your screen. These easy-to-use color coded polyester brushes are the perfect solution for bringing your shop up to OSHA standards and avoiding serious contamination problems. All brushes are $19.95. The colors we use are:
OSHA Approved First Aid Kit
OSHA requires a first aid kit suitable for entire employee count. Contains bandages, gauze, trauma pad, sterile eye pad, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment, insect sting relief, eye wash, cold compress, aspirin, tape, scissors, tweezers, exam gloves, and a first aid guide. First Aid Kits are available in 10 person models which contain 62 pieces, or 25 person models which contain 106 pieces. Durable plastic case mounts on a wall or in vehicle.
Blood & Bodily Fluid Cleanup Kit
Kit Contents
- One 3 oz. Packet of Absorbent Powder (absorbs 80-100 times its weight)
- One pair Protective Exam Gloves
- One pair Protective Face Shield & Mask
- One pair Shoe Covers
- One Apron
- Plastic Scoop/Scraper
- One Absorbent Towel
- Two Antiseptic Towelettes
- Two Disposable Red Biohazard Bags with Twist Ties
- Spray Disinfectant
- Instruction Sheet
OSHA Required
Polyethylene Oily Waste Can
These durable, non-flammable polyethylene oily waste cans are resistant to most chemicals and solvents and Fire Marshal approved to safely contain flammable oily rags and wipes. Handy foot lever and self-closing lid keep hands free. Tough polyethylene construction won't buckle, rust, or dent like metal containers. 10 gallon size.
OSHA Required
1.5" MSDS Binder
OSHA regulations require every shop to display Material Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous chemicals used in a prominent place that every employee knows about. This 1.5" MSDS binder is perfect for storing your MSDS sheets, and comes with a CD containing nearly 300 sheets covering the most common screen printing chemicals. 36" chain allows easy placement on a wall of your shop.
OSHA Required
Exhaustex 1500
The European styled Exhaustex 1500 is the affordable answer to exposure and compliance problems. A large stainless steel screen and arm allow cleaning of any shape garment. The Super powerful vacuum unit, will dry the heaviest fabrics and vent away the chemical vapors. A universal power outlet and adapter lead are provided for a cleaning gun, along with a 10 ft. chemical resistant exhaust hose and clamp.
Warning: This is required by OSHA!
JetBlack Safe Personal Blow-Off Gun & Drying System
- Advantages
- Blower-driven system offers quieter operation
- Flexible hose allows easy control of air gun nozzle
- Heat-resistant hose retains flexibility in all workplace environments
- Stainless-steel "jubilee" clip for easy removal of hose from unit
- Effectively removes fibers, dust and debris from clothes, surfaces or componenents
- Safe to use and requires less energy than high-pressure air compressors
- Heavy-duty plastic body ensures long-lasting operation and rugged performance
- Foam-insulated interior ensures low noise levels - maximum 78 dB (A)
- Wall-mounted or portable floor models for personnel cleaning stations
- Lightweight portable models can be moved easily to any location
- Options include speed control, static neutralization kit and filter assembly
A.W.T.'s Jetblack™ Blow-Off Gun provides a safe and highly effective means for removing residue - such as dust, fiber, water and more - from people, surfaces, components or work environments.
The Jetblack is a highly attractive, safe alternative to compressed air, it uses less energy and emits less noise than compressed air units. The Jetblack's blower-driven system delivers a high volume of air at a relatively low pressure - only 2.3 PSI (160 mBar), well below OSHA standards. The lower pressure means the Jetblack can be safely aimed at any part of the body; even direct contact with skin poses no hazard. As always, exercise caution using any machinery.
The Jetblack is available in either portable or wall-mounted models, with options ranging from a switch-activated model with a foot pedal to filters and a static neutralization kit. Please contact us for a full list of options and accessories.
Portable Model - $985.00
Wall Mount Model - $1295.00
Wall Mount Model with Filter - $1395.00
All items represented on the safety and first aid page are required through state law and by OSHA to be used and posted in proper locations. Failure to provide or train employees for using these items may result in severe fines or penalties from OSHA and/or state and local authorities. For more information, visit OSHA's web site.