OK I heard all of my international members who sent me e-mail about the Video of the Week #3 video. No I have nothing against Indians and no I was not poking fun at Indian Safety practices. As I said to each one of the dozens who took time out of their busy day to […]
The long-awaited update of the ANSI K61.1 “Requirements for the Storage and Handling of Anhydrous Ammonia” is published by the Compressed Gas Association. The new edition was published as the CGA 2.1-2014 edition. The new edition, which is number six in the history of the standard, is considered the recognized and generally accepted good engineering
Friday, 1/30/15, is the last business day before we have to: Review the 2014 OSHA 300 Log to verify that the entries are complete and accurate, and correct any deficiencies identified Create an annual summary of injuries and illnesses recorded on the OSHA 300 Log Certify the summary, and Post the annual summary\ Here’s the
An OSHA PSM investigation at a nationwide chemical manufacturer and distributor produced 11 serious violations with penalties totaling $60,500. One of the hazards identified was formaldehyde, which is manufactured for use in various industrial applications and products. The July 16, 2014, inspection found that the facility’s standard operating procedures did not contain accurate information on
Now that the OSHA website is back up and running, a new LOI has appeared dated 12/16/14. This LOI is timely because it clarifies the two new “reportable injuries”: amputation and loss of an eye. An amputation, for OSHA reporting purposes, is defined under section 1904.39(b)(11); however, “loss of an eye” had a lot of
Many THANKS to my NEW and RENEWING “Partners in Safety“ – See more at: http://www.safteng.net/#sthash.sssOkEha.dpuf Many THANKS to my NEW “Partners in Safety” Since 2015 Over 12,000 exclusive unsafe acts/conditions and accident/injuries photos and over 1,100 ppt’s & doc’s from more than 2,782 contributors! 2015 Fatality Tracker Electrical 6 (2014 =55) (2013 =
WARNING! This video may be upsetting to some viewers, NO GRAPHIC images but it is a VERY SERIOUS accident caught on tape – Viewer Discretion is advised. VOLUME WARNING – Turn DOWN your volume as the “F” bomb rightfully gets dropped after this accident!
Have you ever seen fire extinguishers with an HMIS or NFPA Label? Did you think to yourself… hmm do fire extinguishers fall under HAZCOM? Here is an LOI discussing this very topic; however, it seems to be a mute point now that the OSHRC has stated Fire Extinguishers are exempt from 1910.1200 because they are “consumer
Those of you that visit SAFTENG often know that I love the FM Global Data Sheets! These data sheets are NOW FREE (and have been for a couple of years). They serve as a GREAT AID in helping facilities understand their hazards and risks associated with all kinds of industries. In fact, although my practice
