Comprehensive Safety Solutions for Your Business
Prepare for the unexpected with top-quality safety products from Hawkeye Fire & Safety. We ensure your business is fully equipped with emergency supplies, first aid kits, biohazard materials, and protective gear, including eye and hearing protection, to prevent workplace injuries. From bandages and burn ointments to earplugs and safety glasses, we have everything you need to keep your workplace, hospital, or municipality safe and compliant.
Wide Range of Safety Gear and Signage
Whether you’re on a construction site needing signage and safety equipment, part of an emergency rescue team requiring respiratory protection, or handling hazardous materials and need protective apparel, we’ve got you covered.
We provide a variety of safety products, including traffic control signs, emergency exit signs, and sharps containers, serving businesses in the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids corridor. Hawkeye Fire & Safety also offers first aid kit restocking services, ensuring your company is always prepared for any emergency. You can count on us to keep you fully stocked and ready for any situation.
AED
- Employers must provide AEDs in accordance with workplace safety regulations.
- AEDs should be easily accessible and maintained to ensure proper functioning in emergencies.
- Devices are designed for quick, user-friendly operation by trained personnel.
- Available in various models, including semi-automatic and fully automatic options.
- Regular checks and maintenance are recommended to ensure optimal device performance.
Hawkeye Fire & Safety offers a wide selection of AEDs and accessories to keep your workplace prepared for cardiac emergencies.
Eye Protection
- Employers must provide proper eye protection per OSHA regulations.
- Eye protection must comply with ANSI Z87.1 High Impact standards.
- Protective eyewear should be comfortable, snug-fitting, and easy to clean.
- Options include glasses, goggles, and face shields in various styles and sizes.
- Clear, unobstructed vision is essential for all eye protection products. It is suggested to conduct a workplace hazard assessment to determine the appropriate lens color.
Hawkeye Fire & Safety offers a wide selection of eye protection that prioritizes safety, comfort, and style.
Fall Protection
- A fall arrest system is recommended for working heights of four feet or higher.
- Fall protection equipment includes:
- Anchorage/Connectors
- Body-wear/Harnesses
- Connecting Devices/Lanyards
- Harnesses should fit the wearer’s body size and include necessary features for the job.
- Choosing the right fall protection equipment is essential for:
- Proper fall clearance
- Harsh or special environments
First Aid & Medical Supplies
- Employers must provide medical and first aid personnel and supplies based on workplace hazards.
- If a hospital or clinic is not nearby, adequate first aid supplies must be readily available.
- A successful first aid program includes hazard analysis and prevention within the facility or job site.
- First aid items available include:
- Antiseptics, Topical Bandages, Wound Care, Tapes
- Biohazard Supplies
- Burn Care Products
- Elastic Wraps, Bandages, Hot/Cold Therapy
- Emergency Response Equipment
- Eye Care & Eye Wash Stations
- Complete First Aid Kits
- Medicinals & Pain Relievers
- Outdoor Protection Products
- Skin Care Solutions
Hand Protection
- Hand protection is essential for employees exposed to cuts, burns, chemicals, and hazardous materials.
- Glove materials have evolved, with advanced testing and rating systems ensuring better protection.
- Explore a wide selection of industrial and driver gloves, including:
- Disposable Latex Gloves
- Chemical-Resistant Gloves
- Inspection, Jersey, Canvas, Double Palm, Chore, Hot Mill, String Gloves
- General Purpose Coated Gloves
- Cut-Resistant Gloves
- Mechanics, Anti-Vibration/Impact, Task-Specific, and Glove Grabbers™ Gloves
- Leather Palm Work Gloves
- Driver’s Gloves
- Welding Gloves
- High Heat Gloves & Pads
- Linemen’s Gloves & Accessories
- Cryogenic Gloves & Aprons
- Cold Weather Gloves
Head Protection
- Head protection is required in workplaces with risks of head injuries from falling objects or electrical hazards.
- Hard hats are classified by impact type and electrical protection:
- Type I: Protects against impacts to the top of the head.
- Type II: Protects against impacts to the top and sides of the head.
- Hard hat classes based on ANSI-Z89.1 standards:
- Class C (Conductive): No electrical protection; protects only against flying or falling objects.
- Class G (General): Protects against low-voltage electrical exposure and flying objects.
- Class E (Electrical): Designed for high-voltage protection up to 20,000 volts.
Hearing Protection
- Hearing protection is required when workplace noise exposure reaches or exceeds 85 decibels over an 8-hour period.
- Proper selection of hearing protection is essential when employee exposure exceeds safe sound levels.
- Types of hearing protection available:
- Disposable earplugs
- Reusable earplugs
- Metal-detectable earplugs
- Ear bands
- Earmuffs
- Additional hearing protection accessories
High Visibility Apparel
- High-visibility apparel is available in various styles, including:
- Jackets, vests, pants, shorts, sweatshirts, shirts, and rain gear.
- Purpose: Enhances worker visibility to prevent injuries and fatalities from struck-by hazards, especially on roads and highways.
- ANSI/ISEA 107-2010 Standards: Three classes based on material and reflective properties:
- Class I: For areas with ample worker separation from vehicle traffic (≤25 mph).
- Class II: For environments with closer proximity to traffic, inclement weather, or complex backgrounds.
- Class III: For high-speed traffic, low visibility, or hazardous conditions. Workers must be visible at 1,280 feet in all body motions.
- Material requirements for Class III:
- Background fabric: 1,240 sq. inches
- Reflective material: 310 sq. inches
Protective Apparel & Ergonomics
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Protective Apparel for Various Work Environments:
- Suitable for food handling, outdoor conditions, and specialized protection for knees and hands.
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Chemical-Resistant Clothing for Hazardous Materials:
- Ensures comfort and durability while keeping hazardous materials off the skin.
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Available Protective Gear:
- Disposable Apparel
- Rain Gear
- Chemical-Resistant Outerwear & Apparel
- Bouffants, Hairnets, and Beard Restraints
- Synthetic Aprons and Sleeves
- High-Visibility Rainwear, Vests, and Workwear
- Leather, Flame-Resistant (FR), and High-Heat Apparel
- Knee Pads, Back Supports, and Ergonomic Supports
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Comprehensive Protection Solutions:
- From rain gear to chemical-resistant clothing, Hawkeye Fire & Safety offers high-quality protective apparel for any industry need.
Respiratory Protection
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Choose the Right Respiratory Protection:
- The wrong equipment can put workers at risk—ensure proper respiratory protection.
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Respiratory Products & Services:
- Supplied Air and Blowers
- Disposable & Reusable Respiratory Masks
- SCBA & SCUBA Tanks
- Air Supply for Hazardous Environments
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Ensuring Workplace Safety:
- Assess respiratory hazards, including contaminants’ chemical state and concentration.
- Develop a written respiratory protection program with work-site-specific procedures.
- Select proper protection based on exposure limits and assigned protection factors.
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Mandatory Requirements for Respiratory Protection:
- Medical examination for all users.
- Fit testing for mandatory users, conducted initially and annually.
- Training must be documented and conducted annually or as needed.
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For guidance on compliance, refer to OSHA 29CFR 1910.134 or consult our certified staff.
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
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SCBA Equipment & Maintenance:
- Hawkeye Fire & Safety provides self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment and maintenance for fire departments and rescue workers.
- Also known as Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus (CABA) or Breathing Apparatus (BA), SCBAs are designed to supply breathable air in hostile environments.
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Key Features:
- SCBA is not dependent on a remote air supply, ensuring self-containment in hazardous environments.
- When not used underwater (like SCUBA), these systems are sometimes called industrial breathing sets.
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Hydrostatic Testing:
- Required for all SCBA cylinders per 49 CFR 180.205.
- Steel cylinders: Test every 5 years; indefinite service life until they fail a hydro test.
- Aluminum cylinders (non-hoop wrapped): Test every 5 years; indefinite service life until they fail a hydro test.
- Hoop-wrapped cylinders: Test every 3 years; 15-year service life.
- Fully wrapped fiberglass, Kevlar, or carbon fiber cylinders: Test every 3 to 5 years; 15-year service life.
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SCBA Posi-Checking for NFPA Compliance:
- PosiChek runs NFPA-compliant SCBA operational readiness and performance tests.
- NFPA 1852 requires SCBAs to be tested on a calibrated breathing machine before being put into service and at least once annually thereafter.
- Test results are stored for easy retrieval or printing.
Signs & Facility Identification
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Compliance with Signage Regulations:
- Ensure your facility complies with current signage regulations for employee safety.
- Key areas requiring signage include hazardous substances, fire extinguishers, evacuation routes, and exits.
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Safety Signs & Facility Identification:
- Hawkeye Fire & Safety provides a comprehensive selection of safety signs and facility identification signage.
- Full catalogs of signs, labels, and tags available to meet various regulations and standards.
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Customizable Signage:
- Wide variety of standard legends available.
- Customization options to meet your specific requirements.
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Global Harmonizing System (GHS) Compliance:
- Ensure your business complies with the new Global Harmonizing System (GHS) for chemical labeling.
- As of December 1, 2013, staff must be trained on the international system of identification.
- Meet new standards for chemical labeling and safety data sheets.
Spill Control Absorbents
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Clean, Safe, and Odor-Free Floors:
- Hawkeye Fire & Safety offers Sphag Sorb, an environmentally safe spill control absorbent.
- Helps keep garage and shop floors clean, safe, and odor-free.
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Super Absorbent Organic Compound:
- Sphag Sorb is a super absorbent organic compound for cleaning up oil, gas, solvents, paints, and organic chemical spills.
- One of the first distributors of this effective absorbent.
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Protect the Environment:
- Sphag Sorb encapsulates spilled products, preventing toxins from seeping into the environment.
- EPA approved for landfills, ensuring no leaching of chemicals.
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Versatile Absorption:
- Absorbs hydrocarbons on land, hard surfaces, and in water, without absorbing water.
- Leaves no messy residue and is easy to clean up with a broom or shovel.
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Safe and Effective Clean-Up:
- Can be incinerated for disposal, making it a safe and effective solution.
- Ideal for compliance with environmental sensitivity and strict spill regulations.
Traffic Control
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Ensure Safety on Job Sites and Construction Zones:
- Use traffic control devices to direct drivers, pedestrians, and workers.
- Essential for job sites, school zones, and construction zones.
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Traffic Control Devices Available:
- Roadside markers, signs, and signal devices to inform, guide, and control traffic.
- Includes devices for motor vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
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Effective Placement of Traffic Signals and Signs:
- Signs and signals should be placed adjacent to, over, or along highways, roads, and traffic facilities.
- Strategic placement ensures maximum visibility and safety.
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Common Applications of Traffic Control:
- Used in construction zones, marathons, organized bike rides, and community events.
- Helps manage traffic in areas where streets are blocked off.
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Available Traffic Control Devices:
- Traffic Cones
- Channelizers
- Barricades
- Road Surface Markers
- Reflective Tape
Fire Containment
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Proper Storage for Flammable Liquids:
- Store flammable liquids near work areas with fire containment cabinets or “no-spill” gas cans.
- Ensures safety and compliance with storage regulations.
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Variety of Storage Options:
- Choose from various sizes of gas cans and flammable storage cabinets.
- Suitable for storing aerosols, gasoline, acids, paints, ink, and other flammable liquids.
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FM Approved Compliance Solutions:
- FM approved poly and steel gas cans, lab cans, faucet cans, disposable cans, and more.
- Bench and standard storage cabinets designed for business, industrial, and laboratory environments.
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OSHA Compliance:
- All fire containment cabinets meet OSHA Standard 1910.106 for the storage of class I, II, and III liquids.
- Available in sizes ranging from 2 to 110 gallons.
