Infrastructure
Safety

Infrastructure projects are high-risk environments where worker safety is critical. Our PPE is designed to protect against common hazards like falling debris, machinery, and electrical risks, ensuring workers stay safe, productive, and compliant while navigating these demanding job sites.

Keeping Workers in the Infrastructure Safety Industry Safe

In the infrastructure sector, worker safety is of utmost importance due to the numerous hazards present in environments such as roadways, bridges, and tunnels. Workers are exposed to risks such as falling debris, heavy machinery, electrical hazards, and extreme weather conditions. Ensuring their safety requires the right protective equipment designed to withstand these challenges. Our PPE solutions, including high-visibility clothing, impact-resistant safety helmets, durable gloves, and reinforced boots, provide comprehensive protection against these dangers. Read more »

Our gear is designed for comfort and mobility, allowing workers to move freely while remaining fully protected. The inclusion of features such as flame resistance, waterproof materials, and ergonomic design ensures that workers are equipped to handle the toughest conditions without compromising comfort. By providing workers with the necessary tools to stay safe, we help minimize accidents, reduce downtime, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. With our PPE, infrastructure projects can proceed with greater efficiency, knowing that workers are protected against the wide array of hazards they face on the job. Our commitment to safety contributes not only to individual well-being but also to the overall success of infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time and to the highest safety standards.

Hazards around every corner.

Infrastructure construction sites can pose safety hazards everywhere you look.

Infrastructure construction safety is about the ability to manage the multitude of potential hazards. Head injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), are a significant and common hazard in the construction industry, with the sector experiencing the highest incidence of both fatal and nonfatal TBIs compared to other professions.

PIP® addresses challenges safety managers face with simple, innovative solutions.

Complete head-to-toe protection designed for versatility and performance
Consolidation by offering one solution for a wide range of hazards
Continuous training and resources for you and your team
Safety specialists and industry veterans that partner with you to encourage your team to invest in their own safety.

Traverse™ Type II Safety Helmet with Mips® Technology

Traverse™ is a sleek, climbing-style safety helmet that’s available with the Mips® Brain Protection System, for workers who prioritize advanced rotational protection to help reduce the severity of an impact. Featuring a wide range of cost-effective accessories and attachment options to suit any application, our best-selling Traverse™ has proven popular with construction workers looking to make it their own.

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Looking for a complete safety solution for your team?

Check out our picks for a complete head-to-toe safety outfit in infrastructure construction or contact Kerry Schimelfineg to have a conversation about putting together a custom solution for your facility.

Hand Protection

G-Tek® Paradox™

Seamless Knit PolyKor® Blended Glove with PosiGrip MAX™ Coating on Palm & Fingers with Reinforced Thumb Crotch - 21 Gauge - Touchscreen Compatible

16-861

Head Protection

Traverse™

Industrial Climbing Helmet with Mips® Brain Protection System for Industrial Safety Helmets, ABS Shell, EPS Foam Impact Liner, HDPE Suspension, Wheel Ratchet Adjustment and 4-Point Chin Strap

280-HP1491RM

Hearing Protection

Pinchfit™ BioSoft™

Disposable Bio-based Foam Ear Plug with Pinchfit™ Technology - NRR 32

PF-1

Safety Eyewear

Zenon Ultra-Lyte™

Rimless Safety Glasses with Clear Temple, Clear Lens and Anti-Scratch / Fogless® 3Sixty™ Coating

250-14-0520

Workwear Top

Bisley®

ANSI Type R Class 3 and CSA Z96 Class 2 X-Back Long Sleeve Shirt

313M6118X

Workwear Pants

Bisley®

Stretch Ripstop Vented Work Pants with X-Airflow™ Ventilation

411M6150

Footwear

Boss® Footwear

16" Black PVC Plain Toe Boot

380-800

ASK THE EXPERT image of expert Kerry Schimelfenig

ASK THE EXPERT Kerry Schimelfenig - Business Development Manager, Construction

Kerry has over 20 years of expertise in the safety industry. He holds 20 industry-specific OSHA certifications, including Outreach Trainer credentials for both General Industry and Construction. He serves on the Executive Board of the ASSP – NEPA Chapter and is an Adjunct Instructor for the Mid Atlantic OSHA OTI at NCC and LCC colleges. He also participates on multiple ANSI/ASSP A10 committees.

As one of 150 PIP safety experts, Kerry helps standardize PPE to reduce costs, prevent injuries, and boost productivity.

Infrastructure Hazards
- Falling Objects - Workers are often at risk of being struck by tools, materials, or debris falling from heights, especially when working on bridges, tunnels, or high-rise projects
- Heavy Machinery - Operating or working near cranes, bulldozers, excavators, and other heavy equipment poses risks of crush injuries, entanglement, and vehicle collisions
- Electrical Hazards - Workers are exposed to the risk of electric shocks or electrocution, especially when working with overhead power lines, wiring, or during excavation work that may hit buried utilities
- Working at Heights - Many infrastructure projects involve work at elevated levels, increasing the risk of falls from scaffolding, ladders, or roofs, particularly in bridge and tower construction
- Confined Spaces - Work in tunnels, manholes, or underground utilities can expose workers to risks such as suffocation, toxic gases, and limited access for rescue operations
- Lifting and Handling Heavy Materials - Manual handling of heavy materials like steel beams, concrete panels, and pipes can lead to musculoskeletal injuries or strains
- Extreme Weather - Exposure to heat, cold, rain, or wind can lead to heat stress, hypothermia, or accidents due to slippery surfaces
- Noise and Vibration - Prolonged exposure to high levels of noise from machinery or tools can cause hearing loss, while vibration from equipment can result in hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)
- Dust and Airborne Particles - Construction sites often generate harmful dust and fumes, which can lead to respiratory problems, including lung diseases such as silicosis or asthma
- Chemical Exposure - Handling hazardous materials like solvents, adhesives, and fuel can lead to chemical burns, poisoning, or long-term health effects if proper precautions are not taken
- Struck by Vehicles - Road construction hazards pose unique risks to workers. Unsafe practices for mobile equipment and vehicle operation, lighting, or workplace behavior can easily result in serious injuries or even death
Industry Standards
OSHA 29 CFR 1926
OSHA's construction standards require employers to assess jobsite hazards and provide appropriate PPE at no cost to workers.
Key sections cover equipment for common construction risks such as falls, head injuries, hand and foot protection and electrical hazards:
- Subpart E:
  - 1926.95: General Requirements for PPE
  - 1926.96: Foot Protection
  - 1926.97: Electrical Protective Equipment
  - 1926.98: Hand Protection
  - 1926.99: Head Protection
  - 1926.52: Occupational Noise Exposure
- Subpart L:
  - 1926.451: Scaffolding Safety
  - 1926.1053: Ladder Safety PPE
- Subpart M:
  - 1926.500–503: Fall Protection
- Subpart D & I (Select Provisions):
  - 1926.300–302: PPE for Handling Hand and Power Tools
OSHA 29 CFR 1910
OSHA's general industry standards require employers to assess workplace hazards and provide suitable PPE at no cost to employees.
Specific sections cover various PPE types:
- Subpart I:
  - 1910.132: General Requirements for PPE
  - 1910.133: Eye and Face Protection
  - 1910.134: Respiratory Protection
  - 1910.135: Head Protection
  - 1910.136: Foot Protection
  - 1910.137: Electrical Protective Equipment
  - 1910.138: Hand Protection
- Subpart G:
  - 1910.95: Occupational Noise Exposure - Hearing Protection 
- Subpart Z:
  - 1910.1200: Hazard Communication (HazCom) - Chemical Protection
ANSI/ISEA Standards
- ANSI/ISEA Z89.1: Industrial head protection standards, including classifications for impact protection (Type I or Type II) and electrical resistance (Class G, E, or C)
- ANSI/ISEA 105: Classification of gloves based on cut, puncture, abrasion, and chemical resistance
- ANSI/ISEA 107: Standards for high-visibility safety apparel and accessories, categorized by performance class based on visibility needs
- ANSI/ISEA Z87.1: Eye and face protection from impact, dust, debris, and chemical splashes 
- ANSI/ASSP A10.50-2024: Standard is designed to provide comprehensive guidelines for managing heat stress in construction and demolition industries, though it can also be adapted for other outdoor work environments. It emphasizes key measures to protect workers from heat-related illnesses, which range from minor issues like heat rashes to severe conditions such as heat stroke.
- ANSI A14: Standards for ladder safety, including appropriate PPE use
- ANSI/ASA S12.6: Noise reduction ratings (NRR) for hearing protection devices
EN Standards
- EN 388: European standard for mechanical protection gloves
- EN 374: Standards for gloves resistant to chemicals and microorganisms
- EN 166: European standard for industrial eye protection
NIOSH Standards
- 42 CFR Part 84: NIOSH standard that defines the testing, performance and certification requirements for all types of respirators used in workplace settings
  - Silica Dust Exposure NIOSH-approved N95, R95 or P100 filtering facepiece respirators
  - Chemical Exposure (Gases & Vapors) IOSH-certified air-purifying respirators (APRs) with appropriate chemical cartridges e.g., Organic Vapor (OV), Acid Gas, or Multi-Gas cartridges
  - Combined Exposure Respirators with combination cartridges/filters (e.g., OV/P100) 
NFPA Standards
- NFPA 2112: Flame-resistant garments for protection against flash fires
- NFPA 70E: Electrical safety standards, including PPE requirements for arc flash protection
ASTM Standards
- ASTM F2413: Standards for protective footwear, including impact, compression, and puncture resistance
- ASTM F1506: Standards for FRC used in electrical arc and thermal hazards
- ASTM F1891: Protective clothing standards for arc and flame resistance