Warning Lines vs. Guardrails vs. Personal Fall Arrest: How to Choose
Warning lines, guardrails, and personal fall arrest systems each have specific use cases under OSHA 1926.502. Here's how to choose the right system for each situation.
Read ArticleOSHA Perimeter Marking Flags: Specs, Requirements, and What to Look For
OSHA perimeter marking flags must meet specific material, visibility, and spacing requirements. Here's what the standard actually requires and how to evaluate products against it.
Read ArticleHow Many Perimeter Flags Do You Need? Coverage Guide for Distributors
OSHA requires flags at 6-foot intervals. Here's how to calculate perimeter flag quantities for common roof sizes, plus stocking guidance for distributors.
Read ArticleYellow vs. Orange Perimeter Flags: When to Use Each
OSHA doesn't mandate a specific color for perimeter warning flags, but the choice between safety yellow and safety orange affects visibility and site communication. Here's how to choose.
Read ArticlePerimeter Flag Buying Guide for Distributors: What Your Contractors Actually Need
A practical buying guide for safety equipment distributors sourcing perimeter warning flags — what specs matter, how to evaluate suppliers, and how to structure your catalog.
Read ArticleSteel Rail Safety Systems: When to Spec Them Over Warning Lines
Warning lines are the low-cost default, but steel rail systems are the right call in several situations. Here's a practical spec decision guide for purchasing managers.
Read ArticlePermanent vs. Temporary Edge Protection: A Purchasing Manager's Guide
Choosing between permanent and temporary rooftop edge protection affects cost, code compliance, reusability, and long-term liability. Here's how to frame the decision.
Read ArticleHow to Evaluate Steel Rail Safety System Suppliers
Not all steel rail safety system suppliers are equal. Here's what to evaluate — product standards, documentation, lead times, and technical support — before adding one to your catalog.
Read ArticleHow to Add Construction Perimeter Safety Products to Your Distributor Catalog
A practical guide for safety equipment distributors looking to add OSHA-compliant perimeter warning systems to their catalog — supplier evaluation, SKU structure, and go-to-market considerations.
Read ArticleDrop-Ship Safety Equipment: What Distributors Need to Know
Drop-shipping construction safety equipment has real advantages — but also specific risks around compliance documentation, lead times, and product substitution. Here's how to do it right.
Read ArticleEvaluating a New Safety Equipment Supplier: 8 Questions to Ask
Adding a new safety equipment supplier to your distributor network requires more due diligence than most categories. Here are the 8 questions that separate reliable partners from risky ones.
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