ED-ESSENTIALS INC – Putting Safety First

There are about 2.6 million non-fatal workplace accidents and injuries in the United States’ private industry each year, costing that country an estimated US$250 billion annually. ​Injuries range from falls from heights, slips, flying objects and contact with hazardous chemicals to name a few. These injuries not only affect productivity in the workplace but can cost a tidy sum if the company was negligent in implementing safety protocols or providing safety gear. ​Consequently, safety at work cannot be over-emphasised, says Jenny Alcide-James, founder and CEO of ED-ESSENTIALS INC, based in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia. “The right protective gear safeguards workers against hazards in the workplace and reduces the risk of injury. When companies supply the right protective gear for workers, it shows that they care about employees’ overall health and well-being, and this contributes to workers being more productive,” she said. Founded 10 years ago, ED-ESSENTIALS INC has partnered with top international brands renowned for supplying the highest quality safety and protective wear products. As authorized agents and distributors of brands like Red Kap, Dickies, Portwest, Workrite Fire Service, Horace Small, Bulwark, Adar Medical Uniforms, Chef Designs, and Port Authority, the company provides products that have proved to meet and...