What does an organizational culture that gives safety a priority look like? (Patrick Hudson, 2001)
Reason (1997) has identified a number of characteristics that go to make up such a safety culture. These are:
EPA fines the US Olympic Park for RMP violations related to their Anhydrous Ammonia refrigeration process
The Utah Olympic Park agreed to pay a $7,000 fine this month after an EPA inspection found violations with the nonprofit’s documentation for handling anhydrous ammonia, a regulated, toxic chemical used to refrigerate the bobsled track over the winter months. PLEASE NOTE there appears to be some inaccuracies in this news paper article. CLICK HERE
Fatal Paper Mill Explosion was a catastrophic failure of an air receiver
The 2012 Memorial Day explosion and fire at a Minnesota paper mill that killed an employee and injured several more was caused by an overheated air compressor that ignited oil vapors in the compressor and an air receiver. The report states the cooling water supply to the compressor was severely reduced in the hour before
EPA Region X RMP/EPCRA Actions April 1-June 30, 2012
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) completed 38 enforcement actions from April 1 through June 30, 2012 to ensure individuals, businesses, and governments comply with the nation’s laws that protect public health and the environment. Of the 38 actions: – 2 were RMP related to Anhydrous Ammonia refrigeration processes for a total of $47,633 –
How fast does my PRCS Rescue Service have to respond?
This is, without a doubt, the number one question posed regarding 1910.146(k). The problem is that many think there is no time requirements at all, and on the other end of the spectrum are folks like me who think response readiness is CRITICAL. OSHA has defined this response timing ( as well as other technical
21 incidents & 1 update (8/12/12)
MANY THANKS to my NEW & RENEWING “Partners in Safety” for their support! since 2011 since 2012 since 2012 since 2009 2012 Fatality Tracker Electrical 48 (2011 = 81) (2010 = 90) (2009 = 100) Forklift/Manlift Mobile Equipment 39 (2011 = 84) (2010 = 110) (2009 = 88) Mining 49 (2011 = 248)
Back to school safety tips from the National Safety Council
My two kids are starting back to school next week and it reminded me that I have neglected to share some back to school safety tips in the past couple of years. Here are some tips from the National Safety Council for us to consider! Remember, the key to safety is EDUCATING those we wish
Oregon OSHA urges caution following three workplace carbon monoxide incidents
For immediate release:July 31, 2012 Contact information:Melanie Mesaros, Public Information Officer503-947-7428 Oregon OSHA urges caution following three workplace carbon monoxide incidents Overexposures send workers to the hospital (Salem) –In recent weeks, employees at three different Portland-area worksites were exposed to high levels of carbon monoxide while operating gas-powered equipment. Oregon OSHA, a division
“Hazardous Locations” and complying with the “new” 1910.307
Although it is not really “new” any longer; OSHA revised 1910.307 in 2007 and many of the facts that are presented in this article may be “news” to a lot of you. Many of the “new” requirements in 1910.307 Hazardous (classified) Locations are often not well understood or not even known. This article, which has been
Monitoring PRCS Atmospheres and Entrants Rights
… Providing each authorized entrant or that employee’s authorized representative with the opportunity to observe any monitoring or testing of permit spaces. How many of us have this compliance requirement written into our CS Entry program or permitting procedure? During an inspection, the OSHA CSHO will be looking for evidence this requirement is being met.
Compressed Gas Cylinders Incident (Acetylene & Oxygen)
A truck was carring 2 Acetylene gas cylinders and 2 Oxygen gas cylinder in the back and it caught fire in the middle of road. The cylinder on fire flew like a missle, hit at a car, penetrated the car roof and final stopped after hit it a second car front bumper.