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OSHA’s Data on 1910.146 – October 2023 through September 2024

Establishment Size: All sizesStandard: 1910.146 Permit-Required Confined Space OSHA’s Data on 1910.146 – October 2023 through September 2024… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...

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OSHA’s Data on 1910.134 – October 2023 through September 2024

Establishment Size: All sizesStandard: 1910.134 Respiratory Protection. Citations issued during the period October 2023 through September 2024. Penalties shown reflect current rather than initial amounts…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...

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OSHA Guidance on the Reclassification of Permit-Required Confined Spaces (PRCS)

A permit-required confined space (PRCS) may be reclassified as a non-permit space under the following conditions as outlined in 1926.1203(g): There is no actual or potential atmospheric hazard within the space.This means that there are no atmospheric hazards in the space, and none will develop during the entry period. Use of forced air ventilation to…...

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An inside look at how an OSHA CSHO will conduct a PRCS inspection

This information should open some eyes as to OSHA’s expectations for how our PRCS Entry Programs are managed and by WHO! Take time to “read between the lines” in this information. Could your facility, and more specifically could your facility personnel, pass this level of inspection?… Membership Required You must be a member to access...

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OSHA clarifies “Designed for continuous worker occupancy”

I came across this on the DOL website and found it refreshing, as it seems the debate still rages on about several key terms in OSHA’s PRCS standards. Here are a few that may be helpful:… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...

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CSB Releases Investigation Update into Fatal Explosion at Facility in Louisville, KY

The CSB has released an UPDATE into its ongoing investigation into the fatal November 12, 2024, explosion in Louisville, Kentucky. The incident killed two employees and seriously injured three others. The explosion caused significant property damage to the facility and nearby homes and businesses. Debris was ejected outside the facility’s fence line, flying up to…...

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Car Seal Program and Training Presentation UPDATED 2/2025

I have upload my REVISED Car Seal Program and the PowerPoint that goes with it to the Document Library – Chemical Process Safety folder…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...

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When you see it… (Not a Car Sealed Valve!)

I just uploaded my newest version of the SAFTENG Car Seal Program that reflects the code requirements in 2025. A client has learned they need to car seal some valves that are “intervening valves” after a PRD and before a header. The OEM commissioning the process stated they had a Car Seal Program and would…...

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CSB Releases New Safety Video on the 2020 Fatal Propylene Release and Explosion

Three People Died Due to the Blast The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released a new safety video on its investigation into the January 24, 2020, fatal propylene release and explosion at the Watson Grinding and Manufacturing Company facility in Houston, Texas.  The massive explosion resulted in the death of two workers…...

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