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Lehigh congratulates its account Blue Diamond Growers on their recent Million Work Hours Award from the National Safety Council. The award recognizes the Blue Diamond Salida manufacturing plant in California for achieving 2 million consecutive work hours without an occupational injury or illness resulting in days away from work from June 2015 to September 2017. The plant employs 558 workers.

Blue Diamond President and CEO Mark Jenson said, “Ensuring the safety of our more than 1,500 employees is the highest priority in all Blue Diamond’s operations. Less than half a percent of manufacturing facilities this size have achieved this milestone.”

As the leader in managed safety footwear programs, a vital part of decreasing workplace lost-time injuries, we share our account’s dedication and drive to a zero harm culture and support them in their continued pursuit of safety excellence.

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Lehigh CustomFit Territory Sales Manager, Caleb Robinson, had the pleasure of celebrating the excellence in safety award with his account, Blue Diamond.

Lehigh is pleased to introduce Brent Becker as our newest Territory Sales Manager covering the New England states of Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut, as well as New York City.

Brent will be responsible for taking care of existing Lehigh customers in this territory as well as working to secure new ones. He joins the existing internal team of Business Development Representative James Spratlin and Account Sales Representative Rick Sheets who will all work together as an undoubtedly strong team.

Brent is a graduate of Bloomsburg University in Bloomsburg, PA with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Prior to joining Lehigh, Brent worked as a Contractor Sales Representative for 84 Lumber.

Have questions? Want to introduce yourself? Feel free to reach out and welcome Brent as your new area representative.

Email: brent.becker@lehighoutfitters.com Office: 800-444-4086 ext. 2589 Cell: 847-922-9398

Lehigh Outfitters, a nationwide online retailer of work footwear for corporations, employees and individual consumers, has launched its new QuickFit collection encompassing free overnight delivery on two protective toe footwear styles for only $89.00 per pair*.

“The QuickFit collection is another step forward in Lehigh’s continuing effort to fill the gaps in our customer’s programs to procure durable and dependable footwear for their employees,” said Sarah Milligan, Vice President of Sales and Operations for Lehigh Outfitters. “Our CustomFit kiosks that launched in 2013 were a revolutionary approach to supplying workplace footwear. We had analyzed the current environment of how most companies were buying their safety shoes with the mission of improving efficiency, selection and savings. Now we’ve advanced that custom service even more by making these styles available for immediate delivery. This Lehigh exclusive collection makes it easier than ever for our customers to quickly acquire affordable boots to fit new hires or replacements.”

QuickFit style LEHI009 is ideal for most heavy industrial applications. The six-inch waterproof boots also feature 100 grams of 3M™ Thinsulate™ insulation and electrical hazard protection.

QuickFit style LEHI015 is an exceptional general-use boot. Made from real leather, the six-inch boot features electrical hazard protection along with a removable polyurethane footbed and PVC outsole for shock absorbtion and all-day comfort and support.

Shipping on any QuickFit order is free and FedEx next business day delivery is guaranteed on any order placed before 1 p.m. EST. (where service is applicable). $89.00 per pair is available on CustomFit Corporate Shoe Program sites only.

CLICK HERE To learn more about the Lehigh QuickFit collection.

Lehigh Outfitters is one of the largest providers and manufacturers of safety footwear in the industry selling both direct to the consumer and to businesses offering safety shoe programs. Owned and operated by Rocky Brands, Inc., out of Nelsonville, OH, the company was founded on the hard-working ingenuity of the Pennsylvania Lehigh Valley.

One of Lehigh’s core values is safety and we support any initiative that shares and promotes that value to the customers we serve. The 3rd annual Steel Safety Day on April 28th, established by the World Steel Association (WSA), reinforces creating and maintaining a safer work environment across the entire steel industry.

At inception, the WSA defined the 5 most common major causes of workplace safety incidents to focus on - moving machinery, falling from heights, falling items, gas and asphyxiation, and moving cranes. Each year one of the causes is highlighted with knowledge and information for prevention. This year focuses on Staying Safe While Working At Height. Check out this detailed graphic the WSA put together to help better understand the safety practices to reduce risk.

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The above practices are excellent points in helping to prevent an occurance or hazard. Lehigh also highly recommends always enforcing a safety footwear policy and requirement for steady footing when working from any height or on a ladder.

For the steel industry our most commonly purchased footwear is MetGuards. This type of boot incorporates an extra piece of durable material that lays on top of the boot to protect the metatarsal bones of the foot from heavy impact. Lehigh carries a wide variety of styles in both internal and external options. If you have a CustomFit account check them out here.

For employees who spend any time working at height on a ladder, the right boot makes all the difference. The best boot to have is a debris-releasing, anti-slip outsole with a right-angled heel for proper rung gripping. Check out our more in-depth article about Boots and Ladders.

If you do not already receive the benefits and savings of a CustomFit account Contact Us Today.

For more information on Steel Safety Day visit WorldSteel.org.

Lehigh is proud to introduce our newest Lehigh District Sales Manager covering the Greater Chicago and Milwaukee area, Greg Frost. Promoted from an Inside Sales Representative, Greg has demonstrated leadership, innitiative, and dedication. “We are thrilled to have Greg move into the Chicago and Milwaukee area and have no doubt he will be effective in strengthening our existing partnerships while reaching out and creating new ones,” said Jim Murphy, regional vice president of sales.

Greg has been with Lehigh Outfitters since June of 2014. Prior to working with Lehigh, he worked in sales for Sherwin Williams for 3 years.

Have questions? Want to introduce yourself? Feel free to reach out and welcome Greg as your new area representative.

Email: GregFrost@LehighOutfitters.com Phone: 800-444-4086 Ext. 2116

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The 2015 National Safety Council Congress and Expo kicks off tomorrow. For safety, health and environmental professionals, it’s a must-attend event for revolutionary technologies, education, networking and finding the newest products and services needed to stay competitive. Lehigh Outfitters has been a proud vendor for many years demonstrating the value of our service-driven, cost-saving and industry-leading solution to a better Safety Footwear Program. While there are many reasons to stop by our Booth 3066, here are the Top 3. We hope to see you there!

The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries has issued a Safety Hazard Alert to anyone who uses products containing hydrofluoric (HF) acid, especially those who work in commercial car washes and auto detail as car and truck washes and rust removers and brighteners are likely to contain it. In Washington alone, one worker has died and 48 have been burned after exposure to car and truck wash.

Protection is highly important! You should stop using all products that contain HF if possible. Researchers found that “Products containing both diluted-use concentrations of less than 1 percent HF and concentrated formulations of up to 20 percent HF are dangerous to workers.”

These incidents and cases stress the necessity of always wearing proper PPE such as gloves, face shields and boots, when working with solvents and chemicals as you never know what may be dangerous or harmful to you. Our selection of rubber boots is superior to most – log into your CustomFit site and check them out. If you need to protect and provide for your workers but don’t have a safety shoe program, we are confident you’ll find the quality safety boots and service you need with us – Get CustomFit Today!

June is National Safety Month. Observed annually, the National Safety Council (NSC) uses the month to focus on, promote and communicate ways of reducing the leading causes of injury and death in the workplace, at home and in the community. This year’s theme, “What I Have To Live For” encourages individuals to think about safety prevention as a way to celebrate and realize their passions. Materials, webinars and other tools are available for supervisors and managers to promote and instill better daily awareness, habits and procedures.

As an industry leader in safety footwear, Lehigh CustomFit is a proud supporter of all ways that help you stay safe on the job and everywhere you go and live. Like NSC, our overall mission is safety. As we strive to continually provide you with up-to-date and relevant resources and articles, we encourage you to keep checking back with us here at customfit.me. If you are not receiving our awesome informational and promotional emails, sign up today.

OSHA qualifies footwear protection as an essential PPE (personal performance equipment) and we value our responsibility in providing you and your employees with a quality pair of boots that you trust to keep you safe. In doing that, we also believe you appreciate the hows and whys of safety so we also strive to provide information to help you better understand the best ways you can be safe and instill safety. After all, as we say on our About Us page, “Providing quality safety footwear with exceptional service and value is what we do,” and we hope that you put your trust in us to do that for YOU. Contact us today to improve your safety footwear program, and thus; the safety of you and your workers.

Across the US, more then 80,000 construction workers suffer an injury on the job site every year. That’s incredible; and it’s obviously way too many. So, the over 40 national and global construction firms making up CISI (the Construction Industry Safety Initiative) and IIF (the Incident and Injury-Free Executive Forum) have come together for the 2nd Annual US Industry Safety Week May 3rd through the 9th.

Construction firms of all sizes across the country are encouraged to work together to eliminate worker injury. SafetyWeek2015.com states the collective mission of the campaign is to partner together in:

• Thanking workers for supporting safety and recognizing their efforts to be injury free
• Increasing awareness of the importance of being committed to safety, every day
• Inspiring all of us to share best practices and to work together to strengthen our industry’s safety culture
• Celebrating the need to be injury free
• Conducting on-site safety awareness activities to support education
• Companies, Safety Directors, Foremen, Shift Supervisors and Human Resources need to take this opportunity to recommit and focus-in on reducing jobsite injuries. If not this week, designate another specific week for your workers to demonstrate your commitment to the value of their lives and the work they do. Pledge to make a difference and to be a leader in safety.

Lehigh CustomFit makes that pledge to you. As a leader in the Safety Footwear Industry we are dedicated to providing an expansive quality selection to meet your every need. From steel and composite toe to metatarsal and puncture-resistant our products have features that provide protection from environmental elements as well as superior comfort for all-day jobs on your feet to help prevent fatigue that can lead to poor decisions. Our Safety Footwear programs facilitate service options that help increase the percentage of your workers wearing their safety shoes and thus eliminating injury.

Click to visit the official site of and for more information on Safety Week 2015.

Lehigh is proud to introduce our newest Lehigh District Sales Manager covering the states of Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana, Michael Jacobs. We are very excited to have Mike on board - his vast knowledge of the industry will undoubtedly benefit our customers,” said Jim Murphy, regional vice president of sales.

Michael is a veteran of the footwear industry with 17 years of working for companies such as Wolverine Worldwide and Nike. In addition, Michael has 6 years experience in the Home Furnishings industry. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Chattanooga, TN.

Have questions? Want to introduce yourself? Feel free to reach out and welcome Michael as your new area representative.

Email: Michael.Jacobs@LehighOutfitters.com Phone: 800-444-4086

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Because falls are the leading cause of death in construction, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is conducting the 2nd Annual National Safety Stand-Down campaign to raise awareness of the impact of fall hazards and how to prevent them. Any construction company or organization that wants to prevent falls in their workplace is highly encouraged to participate - commercial, residential, highway, sub- and independent contractors, unions, trade associations, etc.

This year’s event is May 4-15; but if you haven’t started it’s not too late. OSHA continuously provides and updates resources and training to help you communicate to your employees how to prevent falls in various situations such as on bridges, scaffolds, towers and roofs using specific equipment like ladders and tools. Lehigh CustomFit also provides helpful resource articles in our Safety Resource Center.

The campaign promotes three simple steps to preventing falls – Plan, Provide, Train. Planning ahead is important so that you know your work environment and people on the job in order to Provide the right gear, tools and necessary equipment to do the job safely. Training on proper usage of equipment and knowing when to use it is critical.

One key tool that every construction worker needs and good employers provide an allowance for is proper safety footwear. The right pair of boots can help prevent slipping in numerous conditions, such as working on a ladder, by aiding in worker balance and providing better grip with a specific outsole construction. Check out our Boots and Ladder article in our Safety Resource Center for proper ladder safety.

For more information about the Stand-Down, how to better communicate to your employees best practices to prevent falls on any construction site and to see OSHA’s fall prevention resources visit OSHA.gov/StopFallsStandDown

One of Lehigh’s core values is safety and we support any initiative that shares and promotes that value to the customers we serve. Last year the World Steel Association (WSA) established Steel Safety Day to reinforce creating and maintaining a safer work environment across the entire steel industry. Before this year’s Steel Safety Day on April 28th the industry was encouraged to conduct an extensive safety audit with the goal of raising awareness and achieving an injury-free, illness-free workplace.

The WSA defined the 5 most common major causes of workplace safety incidents to focus on - moving machinery, falling from heights, falling items, gas and asphyxiation, and moving cranes. Each year one of the causes will be highlighted with knowledge and information for prevention. This year focuses on moving machinery. Check out this detailed graphic the WSA put together to help better understand the safety practices to reduce risk.

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The above practices are excellent points in helping to prevent an occurance or hazard. Lehigh also highly recommends always enforcing a safety footwear policy and requirement to ensure protection in the event of an accident. For the steel industry our most commonly purchased footwear is MetGuards. This type of boot incorporates an extra piece of durable material that lays on top of the boot to protect the metatarsal bones of the foot from heavy impact. Lehigh carries a wide variety of styles in both internal and external options. If you have a CustomFit account check them out here. If you do not already receive the benefits and savings of a CustomFit account contact us today.

For more information on Steel Safety Day visit WorldSteel.org.

Every year April 28th is WORKER’S MEMORIAL DAY - a day of remembrance for all those who have died on the job. It’s also a time to bolster the extreme value in workplace safety. We can’t undo what’s been done but we can prevent future loss. Lehigh stands with you in your commitment to a high standard of quality and safety by providing the best possible selection of safety footwear. We strive to provide top-notch service and program options so that you can have peace of mind knowing your workers feet are protected.

Today also marks the 44th anniversary of OSHA being established. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 gives employers the responsibility of providing a safe and healthy workplace. OSHA’s job is to ensure set standards are being met as well as providing training, education and assistance.

We encourage everyone in a company from top to bottom to always maintain a mindset of precaution, awareness and knowledge of their work area and others around them - you could be saving a life. Stay safe.

Lehigh is proud to introduce Sonya Williams - our newest Lehigh District Sales Manager covering the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee. “We are thrilled to have Sonya on board to actively seek out and develop new business, as well as manage and engage existing business, in this territory,” said Jim Murphy, regional vice president of sales.

Williams is a graduate of Tennessee State University with a master’s degree in education. In addition, she holds bachelor’s degrees in business administration, marketing, and business information systems. She has over 13 years selling experience. Prior to joing Lehigh, she worked selling GPS monitoring solutions online to governmental and private agencies. We have no doubt that both her professional and educational experience will lead to her success with Lehigh Outfitters.

Have questions? Want to introduce yourself? Feel free to reach out and welcome Sonya as your new area representative.

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WE’VE STEPPED UP. We’ve always stood behind and had complete confidence in the products we manufacture and sell but now we’re taking a step forward to further demonstrate that belief and improve upon our customer service by extending our previous 6-month warranty ON ALL PROTECTIVE TOE PRODUCTS to ONE FULL YEAR. Maybe we should call it the Promise Plus PLUS Warranty. For complete details click here.

Lehigh is proud to introduce Sonya Williams - our newest Lehigh District Sales Manager covering the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee. “We are thrilled to have Sonya on board to actively seek out and develop new business, as well as manage and engage existing business, in this territory,” said Jim Murphy, regional vice president of sales.

Williams is a graduate of Tennessee State University with a master’s degree in education. In addition, she holds bachelor’s degrees in business administration, marketing, and business information systems. She has over 13 years selling experience. Prior to joing Lehigh, she worked selling GPS monitoring solutions online to governmental and private agencies. We have no doubt that both her professional and educational experience will lead to her success with Lehigh Outfitters.

Have questions? Want to introduce yourself? Feel free to reach out and welcome Sonya as your new area representative.

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As a product and service provider of safety footwear for over 90 years, we’ve learned a thing or two; and we’d like to share that knowledge as well as let everyone know how we can help you improve your program. So we started a blog we’re calling FootPrints cause we believe we’ve made and will continue to make an impression on the safety footwear industry and we’re putting all of that expertise in print ;-)

We’ll talk about other ways to help keep you safe at work and at home as well, throw in a little sense of humor, ask your opinion, and hopefully inspire you to love your job. Follow us on Facebook andTwitter to stay on top of regular FootPrints posts and check it out here.

Learn about all the amazing benefits of being CustomFit in just 15 minutes! Listen in to one of our highly skilled and knowledgeable expert sales team members presenting a FREE LIVE WEBINAR on what we can offer you and your company to improve your current safety footwear program.

Even if you’re not unhappy with your current service provider or how your employees are getting their protective shoes, it’s a quick and easy listen to know if you can do better or save more. And then, if you have any questions about how we can specifically help your company or anything you’ve seen on our website, it’s a great time to ask. We’d love to get the conversation started. Check out the schedule here.

We are always striving to give our customers exceptional service and our old site just wasn’t up to the high standard that you should expect from us (we apologize). We hope you like the many improvements! In fact, our ongoing survey is showing us that you do.

One hundred percent of responders are finding it easy to access and navigate with almost 64% liking the new look, 36% finding it easier to shop, 44% thinking it’s better organized, 38% noticing the more product and safety information. We’d like to here from you too - give us your opinion here.

Did you know that we are on Facebook and Twitter? If not, that’s ok; we’re kind of new to the scene but catching up fast. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for up-to-date News and Events, promotional offers, safety tips, product announcements, community involvement and so much more.

You can also keep up with Lehigh Outfitters on YouTube and LinkedIn.

We make safety footwear more then something you have to have and more of something you know you need and want to have.

Lehigh is proud to introduce our newest Lehigh District Sales Manager, Suzanne Conboy, covering the New England area states (Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island) as well as New York City. “I am excited to have Suzanne join us at Lehigh. Her years of experience with both sales and digital technology will greatly benefit our customers,” said Jim Murphy, regional vice president of sales.

Suzanne graduated from Northeastern University with her Bachelor of Science degree in marketing. She also acquired a master’s degree from The American Graduate School of International Management. She has worked for the past 20 years in the higher education publishing industry with the past decade including promoting digital technology similar to Lehigh’s online solution of CustomFit.

Have questions? Want to introduce yourself? Feel free to reach out and welcome Suzanne as your new area representative.

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