Competition HOT PROPERTY
The safety issues for the electrician are of course greater over winter, with temperatures dropping and weather conditions becoming problematic. Therefore, as we brace ourselves for yet another extreme cold spell, it is important for contractors to invest in the best products to ensure they continue good safety practice over winter months.
Here Mark McCall, product manager at Newey & Eyre, advises on this year’s must-haves for staying safe on-site: Visibility on-site becomes more of a problem as weather becomes more overcast and the days become darker even earlier. As such, it is crucial that contractors wear high visibility work wear and light coloured clothing on-site where possible to ensure that they can always be seen.
As temperatures drop, contractors may find that it becomes more difficult to hold a tight grip on heavy tools, particularly in cold temperatures and when it’s raining. For this reason, tool lanyards are especially important in winter months, providing a life saver in the case of tools being accidentally dropped from height.
Sturdy and waterproof footwear is a must have for those working outside in icy conditions, keeping feet dry and reducing the risk of slipping over and sustaining injury.
Where appropriate, a hardhat should be worn as per usual safety requirements. However, where this isn’t the case, a woolly hat should be worn to reduce heat lost through the head.
For busy contractors, it is vital that they are able to maintain dexterity in their hands while at work in the cold weather. Products such as Hothands hand warmers can be easily slotted into gloves and can provide up to ten hours of heat.
Equally, although often overlooked, it is very important to make sure your feet stay warm and dry when working on-site - especially when you’re stood still for a long time and more prone to the cold. Here, an ideal solution
is Hotfeet foot warmers can be placed in your shoes offering up to ten hours of heat.
Make sure not to scrimp on tools. Choosing the cheapest option is, most often, a false economy, leading to installation problems and safety implications which can end up costing you more in the long run.
Finally, it may sound obvious, but make sure to take regular breaks to sit in the warm and have a hot drink. It may be tempting to keep working when on a tight deadline but a quick cuppa break will often give you that extra boost to get back on the job.
GET YOUR MITTS ON THIS!
In helping to keep you safe and warm when working outdoor this winter, Newey & Eyre is offering the chance for 40 lucky readers to win a pair of both Hothands and Hotfeet.
Ideal for taking the bite out of the winter chill, Hothands can be activated and popped into gloves, providing your hands with warmth for up to ten hours. Similarly, Hotfeet can be activated and placed in your shoes to ensure that your feet remain warm in colder weather. Each pack contains two sachets. So, if you would like heat at your fingertips and the chance to get your mitts on one of 40 pairs of Hothands and Hotfeet courtesy of Newey & Eyre, simply answer the following question:
What is the name of Newey & Eyre’s new hand warming range?
1) Warmhands ...........................................................■ 2) Hothands ...............................................................■ 3) Handhots ...............................................................■
For further information on Newey & Eyre call 0800 783 6909 or call into any local branch. Alternatively, Newey & Eyre offers the additional facility to order online via Neweys Online, simply visit
www.neweysonline.co.uk. Orders can also be placed online for the items to be collected next day from any Newey & Eyre location nationwide.
Fill in this form and return to Datateam, 15A London Road, Maidstone, Kent ME15 8LY or alternatively e-mail your answer to
jbush@datateam.co.uk
30 Closing date Monday 24th March 2014 FEBRUARY2014 Electrical Engineering
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