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SmartShield PR Sunscreen will not harm Lineman's gloves
SmartShield Sunscreens will not harm Lineman's gloves
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
JUNE 20, 2002
GOOD NEWS FROM SMARTSHIELD SUN CARE
DALLAS, TX, June 20, 2002 - In a newly completed test, SmartShield Spray SPF 30 and SmartShield SPF 30 Lotion products were tested on Lineman's Rubber Insulating 14 inch Class 2 Rubber Glove, 17000 volts AC Maximum Use Voltage. These rubber gloves were manufactured and tested in accordance with the current ASTM D-120 specification and the independent laboratory found that SmartShield's products would not harm or deteriorate the rubber gloves.
SmartShield manufactures a unique sunscreen that is waterproof; sweat proof, FDA compliant, cost effective and designed to meet OSHA's requirement to protect employees from prolonged sun exposure.
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health has stated that it intends to release a formal alert about the hazards of sun exposure to outdoor workers.
- OSHA rule 29CFR 1910.132* "does address worker exposure to the sun's radiation... pertaining to personal protective equipment" according to Melody Sands, Director, OSHA Office of Health Compliance Assistance.
- OSHA recommends that workers who spend time outdoors protect themselves from UV radiation by frequently applying sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor of 15 or higher.
SmartShield products come in a variety of sizes and packages. For more product information, visit our website at www.smartshield.com. SmartShield is known for its innovative products and once again proves that Eco-friendly products can do the job and do it well!
