Based on the results of the NIOSH quantitative risk assessment [Park et al. 2004], NIOSH recommends that airborne exposure to all Cr(VI) compounds be limited to a concentration of 0.2 µg Cr(VI)/m3 for an 8-hr TWA exposure, during a 40-hr workweek. The REL is intended to reduce workers’ risk of lung cancer associated with occupational exposure […]
On April 24, 2012, an employee of a brewery was fatally injured when a plastic keg he was cleaning with pressurized air exploded. In the aftermath of the accident, investigators from OSHA visited the facility to document the circumstances. They recently released the following photographs:
Where atmospheric, aboveground flammable and combustible liquid storage tanks rely solely on pressure-relieving devices for emergency venting, the vent capacity is based on the tank’s wetted area. (See Coffee Break Training FP-2013-4 for an explanation of wetted area.) The combined air flow capacity of the normal and emergency vents is measured in cubic feet per
An excellent look at fire safety in nightclubs from a REAL FIRE SAFETY PRO, Ray O’Brocki of Baltimore FD! He makes a lot of sense… COMPLIANCE with existing fire codes is KEY!
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http://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/2013/January/13-enrd-107.html
Many THANKS to my NEWEST and RENEWING Corporate Partners in Safety… since 1/2013 since 2011 since 2006 since 2011 since 2007 2013 Fatality Tracker Electrical 3 (2012 = 68) (2011 = 81) (2010 = 90) (2009 = 100) Forklift/Manlift 8 (2012 = 52) (2011 = 84) (2010 = 110) (2009 = 88) Mining* 16
ASTM International has announced the publication of a new volume of the compilation, STP 1561, Flammability and Sensitivity of Materials in Oxygen-Enriched Atmospheres. The updated 13th volume includes 17 peer-reviewed papers that cover the latest research on the ignition and combustion of metals and non-metals, oxygen compatibility of components and systems, analysis of ignition and
January, 2013 Dear Fluke Customer: Fluke is voluntarily recalling certain 373, 374, 375 and 376 Digital Clamp Meters that were manufactured between September 1, 2010 and October 31, 2012. The models and serial numbers affected are listed in the table below. Model Family Manufacture Dates Starting Serial No. Ending Serial No. Fluke-376 Sep 2010 –
Owners and operators of gas and hazardous liquid pipeline systems and liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities are already required to provide telephonic reports of pipeline incidents and accidents to the National Response Center (NRC) promptly, accurately, and fully communicate the estimated extent of the damages. PHMSA is issuing this advisory bulletin to notify the owners
SAFETY NOTICE 120016 Date: December 6, 2012 Models and Serial Numbers Affected: Z-80: Z8008-2064 to Z8008-2113 Subject: Secondary Lift Cylinder Replacement Issue: Genie has received a report of a failed secondary lift cylinder on one of the machines listed above. Genie has determined that all affected cylinders must be replaced. If the affected cylinder fails, the
Date: December 18, 2012 Subject: Motor Controller Failure Models: TZ-34: TZ3410-133 to TZ3410-335; TZ3411-101 to TZ3411-316; TZ-50: TZ5010-135 to TZ5010-306; TZ5011-101 to TZ5011-268 This letter is a supplement to Safety Notice 120002 dated March 18, 2012. The attached Safety Notice 120002 (Rev 12-18-2012 ) is being re-issued to the following: Customers who purchased motor controller P/N 96769, kit P/N
