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Way back in 1994 when I was implementing my first FRC program there was a great debate on the options that would be made available to operators, maintenance, engineering, EHS, and QA/QC personnel who perform work within a HAZLOC. This debate was of course driven by costs vs. risks and luckily I was working for a Plant Manager that put safety above all else. But the battle was not fully won, as the...
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The car manufacturers have begun using a new refrigerant for our cars and trucks air conditioning systems. This new refrigerant, HFO-1234yf, is received by truck, stored as a liquified (pressurized) gas, and dispensed into the vehicles A/C unit. The piping associated with this storage and transfer of this refrigerant must meet…
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We see a lot about Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) as it relates to piping, but we can not forget that the same failure mode can occur on vessels as well. API 510 spells out some ranges as to when we MUST consider the need for a CUI inspection on our vessel(s).
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Sorry for a lack of posts these last couple of weeks, they have been crazy with travel and work. But I wanted to follow-up on a lot of questions and comments I got regarding my “Internal inspections… of my pressure vessel??? We don’t need no internal inspections” post a few weeks back. If your engineers/management is telling you that the vessel does not need (or...
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On June 3, 2019, a railcar catatrophically failed when incompatible materials stored inside the car reacted and approximately 20,000 gallons of liquid waste derived fuel – fuel derived from hazardous waste – spewed from the railcar for 34 seconds. The eruption sent waste fuel several hundred feet into the air and ripped the manway hatch from the railcar. The hatch came to rest approximately 370 yards...
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Sometimes the OSHA “Request for public comments” postings contains some really good insights as to the documentation aspect to OSHA compliance. This week’s posting does a nice job of explaining all that is required to document our PPE Hazard Assessments:
(emphasis by me, but 100% OSHA wording)
Paragraph 1910.132(d)(1) and the Personal Fall Protection standard REQUIRE…...
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Never miss an opportunity to tune into your people.
We often get tied up listening to our selfish ideas/thoughts.
Often the best ideas rest withing your people.
Engage in the process.
#safety #team #value #leader #fantheflame
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Don’t take yourself so serious that you lose sleep, develop ulcers, or lose your passion.
I remember what Kevin Carrol said 15 years to me.
“Find time to play…. from Rules of the Red Rubber Ball.
#safety #lead #grow #play
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In a world full of selfishness never forget EMPATHY.
People are often not given a chance and we need to consider their story, their background, their upbringing.
Be a cheerleader, encourager, and leader.
#safety #inspiration #lead #grow #fantheflame
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Little safety information for you.
Hydraulic injection injuries are very damaging/dangerous.
Never look for a pin hole leak on equipment unless you are well trained and know the safe process.
A “bee sting” of hydraulic fluid into the skin runs the risk of an 85% chance of LOF (loss of flesh) which means amputation or surgical opening the flesh up.
The oils cannot be absorbed and starts...
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Two words that can change a person’s day.
“Thank you.”
Show appreciation and let people know you recognize their efforts.
#safety #leadership #recognize #fantheflame
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Unlike the old antiperspirant ad, it is okay to allow your people see you sweat.
Invest in sweat equity….
They will remember it and appreciate it.
#sweat #safety #fantheflame
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