A common misconception is that it is always safe to use compressed air for cleaning off a worker… IT IS NOT SAFE! Even “safety nozzles” which regulate pressure to 30 psi can NOT be safely used to clean the human body. Here are a few little known facts about compressed air and how it is…...
Compressed Air Hazards and Acceptable Methods for Complying with 1910.242(b) Read More »
We have all seen this style of ladder and many have questioned their use. Are they a “compliance alternative” to fixed stairs for those spaces where there is not enough room for the traditional stairs (as shown in the photo above). The bottom line… OSHA accepts this type of ladder, but under the following circumstances……...
Alternating Tread Type Stair Read More »
Many THANKS to John Newquist, Assistant Regional Administrator at DOL-OSHA Region V, for posting this great summary. All are construction 10 hour/30 cards…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
States that require a 10/30 hour OSHA card Read More »
MANY thanks to John Newquist, Assistant Regional Administrator at DOL-OSHA Region V, for sharing with his safety sharing group! To see the FULL SIZE presentation, click on the READ MORE link below. Gi2011machineguard View more presentations from Bryan Haywood…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log...
Machine Guarding ppt from OSHA Region V Read More »
This is a GREAT forklift safety presentation from John Newquist, Assistant Regional Administrator at DOL-OSHA (Region V)…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
GREAT Forklift Training PPT from OSHA Region V Read More »
by John Newquist, Assistant Regional Administrator at DOL-OSHA It seems like everyone has a list. Here are four that I thought had some good advice. My #1 tip is use state consultation…….. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
Top Ten things to do OR NOT to do during OSHA Inspections Read More »
This is an OUSTANDING presentation from a Region V Area OSHA Office on Ladders and Falls…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
Ladder Safety – Too many falls! Read More »
Very interesting, but in my little world of opinion, this was badly needed and is a big step in the right direction for OSHA and the VPP effort. VPP needs to get back to being all about “World Class Leadership in Safety” and not about the number of VPP sites.. Click Here to see the…...
VPP Policy Memorandum #5: VPP and Safety Incentive Programs Read More »
This week’s alerts have generated a lot of questions about pedestal and bench grinder safety measures. I will try and explain and show the OSHA requirements and why they are what they are…… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
Pedestal Grinder Safety Read More »
UPDATE (5/16/11) How many of your PIT drivers know what that little hole in the propane cylinder protective valve collar is really for? Next time you walk by a PIT, check to see if the cylinder is installed properly. Here is a tip…… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership...
UPDATE – Did you know there is a Right & Wrong way to mount a forklift cylinder? Read More »
Most workers have been taught what a Class A fire is, but have they been taught what 1-A, 2-A, 3-A, 4-A, 6-A, and 8-A… mean? Here are some basic facts regarding fire extinguisher ratings. Class A and B extinguishers will only have numerical ratings; Class C and D do not. The rating is an indication of…...
Reading fire extinguisher labels Read More »
A clear explanation of UL product certification will help customers and others understand the meaning of “UL Listed,” “UL Classified,” “UL Performance Verified” or “UL Recognized Component.”… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
Understanding UL “Listing” and “Approved” – there is a BIG Difference Read More »
