Workplace Safety

Why is knowing the difference between switchboard and ESD matting so important?

There’s an all-too-common misconception that all mats designed to reduce some kind of shock have the same properties. Both ESD (conductive matting) and switchboard matting (non-conductive matting) reduce shock, but they’re on completely opposite sides of the spectrum. It’s critical that users know the difference because it could save not only work projects but more importantly, lives. This is one matting decision that needs to be taken seriously.

For modular rubber mats, there are 2 types of interlocking systems: passive and positive connections. Passive connection systems have been around for decades. And for decades users have come to expect, and live, with the failures. But the frustrated, don’t have to be frustrated anymore! With 24/Seven LockSafe that features a positive connection system, lost time, high costs, unsafe work conditions are a thing of the past!

MATSonline sells several Wearwell products that meet and exceed the NFSI certification standards. Look for the NFSI logo on select ergonomic flooring and anti-fatigue matting solutions, all designed to keep workers safe and protected, healthier and more productive.

As shoe sanitizing mats become more popular, more questions arise about proper use. It seems easy enough, you place your mat, pour in a sanitizing solution, walk through and you’re all sanitized! While this is ideal, there are many other factors that come into play with shoe sanitizing mats.

Anti-fatigue matting is the most overlooked and underestimated health and safety solution. Although matting and flooring isn’t mandated by OSHA like PPE, it doesn’t make the need for it any less critical. Find out how anti-fatigue and ergonomic floor surfaces are proven to increase safety, health, productivity, and performance for standing workers.

Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are excruciatingly painful and often debilitating for those affected. They are the leading cause of workplace absenteeism, lost productivity, and increased medical, disability, and workers' compensation costs making them extremely expensive for employers.

Slips and falls – something you don’t think about, but looking back you should have known it would happen.

Life gets hectic at work with time management challenges and deadlines. It’s easy to lose focus. When workers get into a groove at work, autopilot takes over. Being mindful of the work environment can prevent costly slips and trips from happening. After all, one misstep can create lifelong pain, and most of the time it could have been prevented!

Before and After - examples of major improvements in workplace safety and productivity from the proper application of anti-fatigue floor mats and ergonomic flooring. We're in the business of making companies safer and more productive.

ESD mats (Electrostatic Dissipative), flooring and ESD work surfaces, eliminate static while providing an ergonomic work surface. ESD 101 covers everything you need to know about ESD mats, flooring & ESD work surfaces. A reference guide when deciding what ESD product is right for you.

The Foundation Modular Work Platform is an easy-to-handle aluminum work platform system that provides all the support your team demands and more! The FOUNDATION Modular Work Platform system features different surface types to meet the demands of different industries and working conditions.