I am a Toyota Tundra loyalist, but every vehicle has “quirks” that make me scratch my head and wonder, “What were they thinking”? As a side note, I drove many rental vehicles when traveling a lot at the peak of my consulting. It would take me 1-2 minutes to get my seat and mirrors set;…...
Human Factors are what “makes more sense” to us to REDUCE errors and mistake Read More »
The report indicated that the driver of the refrigerated truck had poor safety and legal awareness. He allowed eight female workers to ride in the truck, which carried packaged beef with dry ice. The dry ice sublimed into carbon dioxide gas, which rapidly filled the confined space inside the truck…. Membership Required You must be...
Eight (8) workers die inside refrigerated truck with “dry ice” (China) Read More »
Which model do you prefer? The Classic Inverted PyramidThe conventional representation of the hierarchy of controls is an inverted pyramid structure conveying the prioritization of strategies. Current versions orient the pyramid differently, depending on the agency or application of the controls. The clearest conflict in visual representation between the inverted and typical pyramid is found
NIOSH vs OSHA’s Hiearchy of Controls Read More »
Up to 100 pounds of ammonia was released outside a public athletic club with indoor ice facilities. The leak happened during decommissioning work of an ammonia refrigeration condenser by a refrigeration contractor and resulted in the facility enacting their Ammonia Release Emergency Protocol. Multiple workers and members of the public were in the area at…...
NH3 leak during refrigeration condenser replacement Read More »
The revised Code of Practice for Safety and Health at Work in Confined Spaces (CoP) will officially take effect tomorrow (November 30). The CoP was gazetted on May 31 this year, and a grace period of six months was provided to allow sufficient time for the industry to understand and prepare for the revised requirements…....
Hong Kong requires entries into PRCSs to be videotaped Read More »
Respondent operated a facility that manufactures ammonium phosphate fertilizers and sulphuric acid. EPA conducted an on-site investigation of Respondent’s operations at the Facility pursuant to CAA Section 112(r), EPCRA Sections 304-12, and CERCLA Section 103 on January 30, 2020 (the “Inspection”). Respondent has informed EPA that the Facility no longer has any ammonia onsite as…...
Any safety pro with one week of experience in the field will understand the abuses of “extension cords.” These cords may be the most common finding of any organization, and often, the professional may not be fully versed in the OSHA and NFPA 70 requirements. So, once again, I turn to the IFC for some…...
IFC and Extension Cords Read More »
The day has arrived! The 2024 IFC recognizes the new GHS for Flammable Gases by breaking down CAT 1 Flammable Gases into 1A and 1B Flammable Gases. it also uses the phrase “Burning Velocity” (BV) which are defined and quantified as…… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a...
2024 IFC incorporates the new GHS Flammable Gas Categories (1A and 1B) Read More »
As we have discussed, the Chemical Safety Board (CSB) issued a Safety Study (CSB Safety Study: No. 2024-01-H, Remote Isolation of Process Equipment) discussing the untapped advantages when Remote Emergency Shut-Off Valves are used in hazardous processing. I have written about these requirements for all types of hazardous materials; this post is for Flammable Gases…...
Flammable Gases & Flammable Cryogenic Fluids Emergency Shut-Off Requirements Read More »
Arc flash incidents pose significant risks to worker safety. However, there are three types of boundaries to consider when approaching energized electrical equipment. It is important to know all approach boundaries and who may cross them and remain safe. CLICK HERE for OSHA4474
Establishing BoundariesAround Arc Flash Hazards (OSHA) Read More »
According to OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.333 standard, “Conductors and parts of electric equipment that have been deenergized but have not been locked out or tagged … shall be treated as energized parts.” Even below 240V, arc flashes can occur. The clothes you wear under your PPE are equally important. Molten metal –or the arc flash
Did you know (OSHA Arc Flash) Read More »
Those who follow my posts closely know I am a massive fan of bollards for physically protecting hazardous materials processes. These simple and inexpensive posts have saved my butt over my career more times than I can count, and yet so many still are unaware of their need and requirements. But these bollards are for…...
Protecting the PSM/RMP covered process (IFC 5001.3.3.6) Read More »
