NIOSH issues certificates of approval for specific and complete respirator assemblies. The approval is granted after the respirator has been evaluated and found to be in compliance with all of the requirements of the NIOSH regulations in Title 42, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 84.The requirements include the presence of a viable quality assurance…...
Most of us know that reporting in a “timely manner” is critical in regards to compliance with EPA reporting expectation. Most everyone can agree that 30 minutes is about as large of buffer we can expect in defining “timely”. But we are seeing a trend in our Emergency Response assessments for those facilities that sit…...
Several fatalities have occurred from off-gassing or oxygen depletion in storing wood pellets and chips. The use of these fuels is increasing rapidly in some parts of the world, so we bring these papers together and make them free to access to help publicize this problem. Simply click on the titles below to read the…...
Don’t you just love the Hardhat and Hi-Vis Vest… yep that will make him “safe”! (Sarcasm) … Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
This is an EXCELLENT explanation of a Pilot Operated Relief valve!!!… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
Following an incident where a machine operator’s arms were crushed, OSHA cited the manufacturer, whose products are for the oil and gas industry, with eight willful, egregious violations. The company created a dangerous work environment by failing to guard machines, which exposed workers to life-threatening hazards. Proposed penalties total $560,000. OSHA began the September 2013…...
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“Sh_t happens” is what I was told when I inquired about a recent training accident at a State Fire Academy. Professional firefighters were running a scenario involving an aircraft prop. What they ended up doing was spaying jet fuel/water mixture onto the fire via an emergency shutdown system and hand lines, causing two minor injuries…...
NIOSH is revising its policy on the use of Emergency Breathing Support Systems (EBSS), also known as “Buddy Breathers”. This policy change is being made coincident with the addition of requirements related to the use and operation of these devices in the NFPA 1981, 2013 edition. This policy change will be applicable ONLY to SCBAs…...
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PHMSA is closing their rulemaking having reconsidered their proposal for additional regulations associated with cargo tank motor vehicle (CTMV) loading or unloading operations. This action is based on the findings of the regulatory assessment, comments to docket of this rulemaking, and completion of a supplementary policy analysis on how best to address the safety risks…...
I have to say goodbye today For a rule I broke and now must pay This rule was called an absolute They said it boldly and with resolute To lock it out was nothing new But I had many more things that I must do To waste so much time seemed such…...
