Video of the Week

http://www.tc.gc.ca/media/video/mediaroom/VentAndBurn_English.mp4

My article a couple of weeks ago generated a lot of questions and concerns reagrding Level A suits.  I thought this video would be helpful for those who have never tested or seen a pressure test on a Level A suit.  PLEASE DO NOT consider this a training video that I am providing – it

WARNING!!  Video may be upsetting to some; no graphic scenes, but an individual is severely injured and cared for.

Ok, I think most of you would agree we have seen some pretty bad unsafe acts @ SAFTENG over the past 19 years, but I must say this one just climbed to the top of the list for the DUMBEST and most UNSAFE act I think I may ever see in my lifetime.  Although, the

So often we hear about the vessels that go BOOM, it never hurts to remind us what can happen when we create a vacuum in a vessel.

Plastic Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) are popular for shipping large quantities of liquids. But some of these containers also create a dangerous hazard.  When UNLISTED composite IBCs (those that have NOT been inspected or certified to provide any fire endurance) containing combustible and flammable liquids are stored in large quantities they pose a high risk

If you think Behavior Based Safety is something new to the safety movement, THINK AGAIN!  It has been around in different forms for over 70 years.

This man is without a doubt one of the BEST SAFETY LEADERS in our profession.  If you have never seen, heard or read Dr. Geller’s materials you are missing out!  I have NEVER heard this man say something that does not make 110% sense!!!!  Enjoy this video and then practice the three (3) questions to

An oldie but a goodie, showing how chlorine, with a VD>2.5 acts during a release (i.e. stays on the ground).  On August 14, 2002, a chlorine transfer hose ruptured during a rail car (90 ton) unloading operation at a chlorine repackaging facility near Festus, Missouri. The hose rupture ultimately led to the release of 48,000

TOO MANY believe diesel fuel is somehow this magically safe fuel!  Once Diesel fuel reaches it’s flashpoint (~135-145F) it takes ONLY 0.6% to achieve its LEL.  Gasoline has an LEL of around 1.0%.  Here is what can happen to your “diesel tank” when it is involved in a fire.

This is an EXCELLENT explanation of a Pilot Operated Relief valve!!!