When buying steel-toe boots or safety shoes, you should be looking for a pair that you can wear which is functional and comfortable. Considerations should include shoe material, the quality of leather used, balance in difficult terrain and shock absorption is also important. It doesn't hurt to also have shoes that look trendy and are durable and long lasting. Here are the top best three safety shoes you should check out: 1. Thorogood Men's American Heritage 8'' Moc-Toe Steel-Toe If you are...

If you work with electricity, natural gas, or oil and gasoline products, chances are you are required to wear flame resistant (FR) clothing. Other industries where you are handling explosives or working with fire are also likely to require FR garments as part of the uniform. Some companies provide OSHA-approved FR clothing for employees who are required to wear it. More often than not, though, you are responsible for buying your own. Unfortunately, clothing that meets industry standards is not...

When shopping for a pair of jeans that are fire retardant, as well as comfortable, there is a lot to consider. The cut may or may not allow for a work boot, and there may not be enough pockets for your liking. That is why it may be necessary to look at a few different pairs, before deciding on the right one for you. These are the Top 3 Best Fire Resistant Pants in 20171. Wrangler Fire Retardant Jeans Relaxed FitThe Wrangler, fire retardant, relaxed fit jean is popular within the flame resistant...

For thousands of years, people have been trying to find better ways to survive a fire. The first remnants of fireproofing by the Chinese with vinegar and alum encased in clay was found dating as far back as 0400BC. Later in history, the Romans used the same methods to prevent a fire from spreading. It wasn't until the 16th century in Paris theaters that fireproofing the material of the curtains and seats was invented. By 1953 the Flammable Fabrics Act was activated and now all commercially sold...