Safety knives are becoming more common in the workplace. They are especially common for workers that often use utility knives and box cutters, such as shipping and receiving departments, retail/grocery stores, and restaurants. Safety knives and box cutters are used to open packages, cut strapping material, cut through tape, tear away shrink wrap, cut bags, and much more. More companies are investing in safety knives because knife accidents in the workplace are a common occurrence, which is not only bad for the injured workers, but can also cost companies thousands of dollars every year. 

We created a safety level chart so Martor USA customers can know how safe each of our knives are and how they differ from each other. It is then up to managers and safety leaders to decide which level of knife is best for their specific use. As a safety manager, you can decide if you want to use all the levels of the safety chart for your business or restrict some or all jobs to safety knife categories that match your safety goals. Choosing the right tool is not just about giving one safety knife to every worker for all their cutting applications. If they use the wrong knife for the task, the knife is no longer a safe knife.

In the food processing industry, workers frequently open bags that weigh as much as 50 pounds or more. There are several factors to take into consideration when choosing the best bag opening knife for your company. Depending on the safety risks your company wants to prioritize and the types of bags your workers open on a regular basis, there are different features you should look for in a knife. Choosing the right bag opening knife can mean preventing safety hazards for both the workers in the food plant and the customers. 

From the oil and gas field to the food and beverage industry, safety knives are a basic necessity in your employees’ personal protective equipment arsenal. For this reason, it is essential that you invest in the right kind of safety knives. Read on to meet some of the safety knives that work best for your industry.

Our customer service approach is comprehensive and hands on. We like to say we aren’t just selling knives; but instead, we’re selling knife programs. For us, it’s not just about helping customers choose a cutting solution, it’s about making sure they select the right one, know how to use it correctly, stay current on their skills, and continue to be satisfied with our products year after year.