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A lesson in Pressure Vessel Safety via 1910.169

There are not many workplaces in the USA that do not have an “air receiver”; in fact most have multiple receivers of all different types and sizes.  But for the most part, these vessels operate in the dark corners of the facility – out of sight and out of mind.  Do these vessels pose a…...

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ANSI K61.1-1999 Updated and is now CGA 2.1-2014

The long-awaited update of the ANSI K61.1 “Requirements for the Storage and Handling of Anhydrous Ammonia” is published by the Compressed Gas Association. The new edition was published as the CGA 2.1-2014 edition. The new edition, which is number six in the history of the standard, is considered the recognized and generally accepted good engineering…...

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OSHA 300-A Posting Reminder

Friday, 1/30/15, is the last business day before we have to: Review the 2014 OSHA 300 Log to verify that the entries are complete and accurate, and correct any deficiencies identified Create an annual summary of injuries and illnesses recorded on the OSHA 300 Log Certify the summary, and Post the annual summary\ Here’s the…...

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OSHA PSM Citations @ specialty chemicals manufacturer ($60K; Formaldehyde)

An OSHA PSM investigation at a nationwide chemical manufacturer and distributor produced 11 serious violations with penalties totaling $60,500. One of the hazards identified was formaldehyde, which is manufactured for use in various industrial applications and products. The July 16, 2014, inspection found that the facility’s standard operating procedures did not contain accurate information on…...

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OSHA defines “amputation” and “loss of an eye” in their latest LOI

Now that the OSHA website is back up and running, a new LOI has appeared dated 12/16/14.  This LOI is timely because it clarifies the two new “reportable injuries”:  amputation and loss of an eye.  An amputation, for OSHA reporting purposes, is defined under section 1904.39(b)(11); however, “loss of an eye” had a lot of…...

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55 incidents & 0 updates (1/25/15)

  Many THANKS to my NEW and RENEWING “Partners in Safety“   – See more at: http://www.safteng.net/#sthash.sssOkEha.dpuf Many THANKS to my NEW “Partners in Safety” Since 2015 Over 12,000 exclusive unsafe acts/conditions and accident/injuries photos and over 1,100 ppt’s & doc’s from more than 2,782 contributors! 2015 Fatality Tracker Electrical 6 (2014 =55) (2013 =…...

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2015 Video of the Week #4 (Tree Cutting Accident!)

WARNING!  This video may be upsetting to some viewers, NO GRAPHIC images but it is a VERY SERIOUS accident caught on tape – Viewer Discretion is advised.  VOLUME WARNING – Turn DOWN your volume as the “F” bomb rightfully gets dropped after this accident!… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View...

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