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MSDS and Emergency Response Alert from EPA

Generally, responders rely primarily on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) maintained at the facility. However, MSDSs may not provide sufficient information to effectively and safely respond to accidental releases. This Alert is designed to increase awareness of MSDS limitations, so that first responders can take proper precautions, and identify additional sources of chemical information, which…...

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Some GREAT PHA Observations from one of the best in the business

Bryan, Here are some observations related to Bayer PHA effectiveness, as mentioned in the CSB report. The Chem Safety Board Incident Investigation Report for the Bayer incident was very critical regarding the quality / effectiveness of the PHA study. Please take a look over the attached extract from the report and keep these items in…...

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Some GREAT Process Safety Observations from one of the best in the business

You know, sometimes we need to have our efforts validated.  I put myself out there on a daily basis to try my best to educate those who are willing to listen to my ideas and rationale.  I take a lot of hits and it gets to me every once in a while.  But with over…...

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Clearance in front of electrical panels – why does OSHA require it?

1910.303(g)(1): “Space about electric equipment. Sufficient access and working space shall be provided and maintained about all electric equipment to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment.” 1910.303(g)(1)(i): “Working space for equipment likely to require examination, adjustment, servicing, or maintenance while energized shall comply with the following dimensions, except as required or…...

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TRANSCAER schedules emergency response training tour for anhydrous ammonia

TRANSCAER® recently launched a 27-state training tour to provide education and training sessions on emergency response techniques involving anhydrous ammonia…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...

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How do you define a PSM/RMP contractor and what does your evaluation process look like?

Although both EPA and OSHA use similar definitions to define who is an “incidental contractor” and those contractors who need to be evaluated to work in, on, or adjacent to a “covered process”, there is still much confusion on the intent of the “contractor element” and which type of contractors should be included and the…...

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Cooling Tower Fires – BURNING DOWN while in service

I know that I was shocked when I learned that a cooling tower can BURN TO THE GROUND while it is in service.  I have even worked at facilities where I property insurer required us to install sprinkler systems INSIDE the cooling towers.  I know it is hard to imagine, but it happens…. Membership Required...

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Difference in Emergency SOPs and Emergency Response Plan

I have been asked to explain the difference between actions an operator may take during a process leak and the actions that the same operator may take as an “emergency responder” to the leak…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...

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23 incidents & 1 update (3/27/11)

Many THANKS to my NEW & RENEWING Corporate Partners in Safety! since 3/2011 since 3/2011 since 2007 since 2009 since 2/11 2011 Fatality Tracker Electrical 6 (2010 = 90) (2009 = 100) Forklift/Manlift Mobile Equipment  27 (2010 = 110) (2009=88) Mining 48 (2010 = 480) (2009 = 586) Explosions 48 (2010 = 246) (2009 =…...

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Unloading Hoses and PSM/RMP

Still today (2011) we come across facilities working so hard to be the best they can be in PSM/RMP and in 99% of their process they are exceeding expectations.  They are doing EVERYTHING WELL and running a VERY TIGHT ship…except for the loading and unloading of their Highly Hazardous Chemical (HHC). … Membership Required You must...

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Plastics and Flammable Liquids…SAFE?

Nonconductive plastics and other nonconductive materials should be avoided in areas where flammable vapors, gases or powders may be present since static charges can accumulate on nonconductors. However, it is not always possible to completely eliminate nonconductors, so the following lists some of the ways to reduce the static hazard associated with these materials: When…...

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