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January 30, 2015
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 practices associated with the safe storage...
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January 30, 2015
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 specifics…
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January 27, 2015
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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January 27, 2015
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 us wondering what that means. OSHA says “Loss of...
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January 26, 2015
Many THANKS to my NEW and RENEWING “Partners in Safety“
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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
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January 24, 2015
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!
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January 23, 2015
Have you ever seen fire extinguishers with an HMIS or NFPA Label? Did you think to yourself… hmm do fire extinguishers fall under HAZCOM? Here is an LOI discussing this very topic; however, it seems to be a mute point now that the OSHRC has stated Fire Extinguishers are exempt from 1910.1200 because they are “consumer products”. Here’s what they said…...
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January 22, 2015
Those of you that visit SAFTENG often know that I love the FM Global Data Sheets! These data sheets are NOW FREE (and have been for a couple of years). They serve as a GREAT AID in helping facilities understand their hazards and risks associated with all kinds of industries. In fact, although my practice is not endorsed by Global FM, I point clients to these data sheets when an employer...
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January 22, 2015
On a drilling rig offshore in the Gulf of Mexico, an operator for a cementing contractor was trouble shooting an electronic instrument failure. He suspected a discharged battery in a battery box was the problem. He plugged a wheeled battery charger (like those in all service stations) into a three-prong extension cord carrying household 115V current, and was killed by electrocution. A BSEE Panel investigated...
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