The Importance of Safety Gear on the Job

I’ve been on the rails for over 20 years, and one thing I’ve learned is that investing in high-quality safety gear can save your life. Just last month, a coworker slipped on some oil and would have been seriously injured if he hadn’t been wearing his reinforced boots. Do you all have any go-to brands for gear that’s held up under pressure?

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