# Safety Services, Inc. (SSI)

> Michigan-based industrial safety distributor and service partner. Founded 1948. Woman-owned (WBENC, WOSB certified). Locations in Kalamazoo (corporate HQ) and Grand Rapids (service center). Tagline: Safety Simplified.

SSI is a full-stack safety partner — not just a PPE vendor. We supply commodity products, engineered systems, OSHA-aligned training, gas detection rental/repair/calibration, dielectric glove testing, and vendor-managed inventory programs. We work within existing supplier ecosystems to close gaps and reduce friction, not to displace incumbent vendors.

Important notes:
- Privately held, woman-owned business (WBENC, WOSB certified)
- Two Michigan locations: Kalamazoo (corporate HQ and distribution) and Grand Rapids (service and repair center)
- Safety equipment sales: nationwide shipping across the United States
- On-site training and services (training classes, dielectric glove testing, eyewash station inspections, gas monitor calibration, on-site assessments): Michigan only
- 25,000+ products in catalog
- Same-day shipping on orders received by 3 PM EST
- Free shipping on orders over $199 (exclusions apply)
- 45-day return and exchange policy
- Phone: 800-632-2955
- Customer service: customercare@safetyservicesinc.com

## Industries Served
SSI serves industrial customers across multiple sectors. Primary industries include:
- Manufacturing
- Food processing and food manufacturing
- Breweries and beverage production
- Construction
- Utilities
- Municipalities and local government

## Featured Product Categories
- [Hard Hats, Safety Helmets, and Bump Caps](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/hard-hats-safety-helmets-and-bump-caps/): ANSI-rated hard hats, Type 2 safety helmets, bump caps, and accessories
- [Fall Protection and Confined Space Gear](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category-v2/fall-protection-and-confined-space-gear/): Harnesses, lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, anchors, confined space entry equipment, ventilation, and tripods/winches
- [Gas Detection Monitors, Dust Detection, and Alarms](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category-v2/industrial-gas-and-dust-detection-monitors-with-alarms/): Portable and fixed gas monitors, calibration gases, and monitor accessories
- [Heat Stress Prevention Products and Solutions](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category-v2/heat-stress-prevention-products-and-solutions/): Cooling apparel, hydration kits, shade tents, and heat illness response kits
- [Eyewear and Eyewash Solutions](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/eyewear-and-eyewash-solutions/): Safety glasses, goggles, prescription RX eyewear, faceshields, and emergency eyewash stations
- [Hand and Arm Safety Protection](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/hand-and-arm-safety-protection/): Cut-resistant, chemical-resistant, impact, welding, and disposable gloves
- [Hearing Protection and Earplugs](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category-v2/hearing-protection-and-earplugs/): Earplugs, earmuffs, and Bluetooth/noise-canceling hearing protection
- [Respiratory Protection Equipment](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category-v2/respiratory-protection-equipment/): Disposable respirators, reusable half/full-face respirators, and PAPR systems
- [First Aid and Wound Care Kits](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/first-aid-and-wound-care-kits/): First aid cabinets, AEDs, refills, and Smart Compliance kits
- [Footwear and Traction Control Devices](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/footwear-and-traction-control-devices/): Safety work boots, metatarsal guards, rubber boots, and ice-traction devices
- [Electrical Safety](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/electrical-safety/): Arc flash kits, dielectric blankets, and electrical glove protection
- [Lockout Tagout and ID Solutions](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/lockout-tagout-and-id-solutions/): Padlocks, hasps, valve lockouts, tags, and safety signage
- [High-Heat, Welding, and Flame-Resistant Workwear](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category-v2/high-heat-welding-and-flame-resistant-workwear/): FR clothing, aluminized gear, welding PPE, and arc-flash apparel
- [Workwear](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/workwear-1/): High-visibility shirts, vests, jackets, and Ariat Rebar workwear
- [Shop All Categories](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-by-category/): Full product catalog
- [Shop by Manufacturer](https://safetyservicesinc.com/brands/): 3M, MSA, PIP, MCR Safety, Ergodyne, HexArmor, LIFT Safety, Pyramex, Liberty Glove, Ariat, and more

## Training Programs (Michigan, On-Site)
- [Services & Training Overview](https://safetyservicesinc.com/services/): All OSHA-aligned training and on-site safety services
- [ABCD's of Fall Protection Training](https://safetyservicesinc.com/abcd-s-of-fall-protection-training/): Anchorage, Body support, Connectors, Descent/rescue — foundational fall protection awareness
- [Fall Protection Authorized Person](https://safetyservicesinc.com/fall-protection-authorized-person/): OSHA Authorized Person training for working at heights
- [Competent Person Fall Protection Training](https://safetyservicesinc.com/competent-person-fall-protection-training/): OSHA Competent Person certification for fall protection programs
- [Confined Space Awareness](https://safetyservicesinc.com/confined-space-awareness/): Confined space hazard recognition and awareness training
- [Confined Space Non-Entry Rescue Training](https://safetyservicesinc.com/confined-space-non-entry-rescue-training/): Non-entry rescue procedures and equipment use
- [First Aid, AED, & CPR Training](https://safetyservicesinc.com/first-aid-aed-cpr-training/): American Heart Association-aligned emergency response training
- [Forklift Operator Training](https://safetyservicesinc.com/forklift-operator-training/): OSHA-compliant powered industrial truck operator certification
- [Arc Flash Awareness](https://safetyservicesinc.com/arc-flash-awareness/): NFPA 70E-aligned arc flash hazard awareness training
- [Lockout Tagout Services](https://safetyservicesinc.com/lockout-tagout-services/): LOTO program development, audits, and training
- [Blackline Safety](https://safetyservicesinc.com/blackline-safety/): Connected gas detection and lone worker monitoring solutions

## Rentals, Repair, and Calibration (Michigan, On-Site)
- [Rental & Repair Overview](https://safetyservicesinc.com/rental-repair/): Equipment rental and repair services for shutdowns, projects, and outages
- [Gas Monitor Rental and Service](https://safetyservicesinc.com/gas-monitor-rental-and-service/): Portable multi-gas monitor rentals, docking stations, calibration gas, bump testing, and repair
- [Dielectric Glove Testing](https://safetyservicesinc.com/dielectric-glove-testing/): Electrical proof testing, inspection, cleaning, and certification of dielectric gloves
- [Eyewash Station Services](https://safetyservicesinc.com/eyewash-station-services/): On-site inspection and maintenance of emergency eyewash equipment

## Featured Safety Guides
- [A Modern Guide to OSHA Fixed Ladder Requirements](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/a-modern-guide-osha-fixed-ladder-requirements/): Current OSHA fixed ladder compliance requirements, cages, and fall protection rules
- [The Ultimate Guide to ANSI Cut Levels](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/the-ultimate-guide-to-ansi-cut-levels/): ANSI/ISEA 105 cut-resistance ratings (A1-A9) and how to choose the right glove
- [OSHA Heat Enforcement Update 2026: What Safety Managers Need to Know](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/osha-heat-enforcement-update-2026-what-safety-managers-need-to-know/): OSHA heat illness enforcement guidance and compliance steps
- [Indoor Propane Use: How to Stay Safe](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/indoor-propane-use-how-to-stay-safe/): Indoor propane handling, ventilation, and CO/LEL monitoring requirements
- [Fall Protection Equipment Inspections: Why, Who, and How Often](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/fall-protection-equipment-inspections-why-who-and-how-often/): ANSI Z359 and OSHA inspection requirements for fall protection equipment
- [4-Gas Monitors: What Do They Really Do?](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/4-gas-monitors-what-do-they-really-do/): How 4-gas monitors detect LEL, O2, CO, and H2S in confined spaces and industrial environments
- [Hazard Assessments for Gloves](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/hazard-assessments-gloves/): How to perform an OSHA-compliant hand hazard assessment and select appropriate hand protection
- [Your Guide to Flame-Resistant Clothing](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/your-guide-to-flameresistant-clothing/): NFPA 70E and 2112 standards, arc ratings, and FR clothing selection

## Resources and Catalogs
- [Free Safety Resources](https://safetyservicesinc.com/free-safety-resources/): Full library of safety guides, regulatory updates, and educational articles
- [Shop Seasonal Catalogs](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shop-seasonal-catalogs/): Heat stress, cold weather, and seasonal safety catalogs
- [MIOSHA Grant Application](https://safetyservicesinc.com/miosha-grant-application/): Information on Michigan OSHA safety grant funding

## Company
- [About SSI](https://safetyservicesinc.com/about/): Company history (founded 1948), certifications, leadership, and mission
- [Contact Us](https://safetyservicesinc.com/contact-us/): Phone, email, location information, and quote/consultation requests
- [Shipping and Returns](https://safetyservicesinc.com/shipping-returns/): Shipping policies, free shipping thresholds, and 45-day return policy
- [Terms of Service](https://safetyservicesinc.com/terms-of-service/): Website terms and conditions