Alternative Energy Industry Hazards:Training Materials
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The grantee conducted a training course concerning process safety in the biofuels industry. The training course included an introduction to key process safety (PS) concepts in the biofuels sector, how to perform a hazard evaluation analysis, and how to write…
It’s in the Air:Lab Safety
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A disheartening reality for many safety and ergonomics professionals is that many of their initiatives ultimately become the victims of their own success. Once they accomplish the organisation’s initial objectives, investments in ergonomics and other safety solutions either evaporate…
Safety footwear construction
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Does it really matter how my safety boot is constructed? Everyone knows the old adage “Use the right tool for the right job.” Seems easy enough. But what about when it comes to safety footwear?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”6777″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container”…
E-Books:Workplace exposure limits
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] Workplace exposure limits Containing the list of workplace exposure limits for use with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.It is 74-pages and was published in 2005. Common workplace health hazards such as chemicals, dusts, and fumes…
Tool Box Talk: Securing a construction Site
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are many instances where the public make their way into a work site to run equipment for the thrill of it. Some other reasons such as theft, vandalism, curiosity, or even accidental entry are cause for people to enter…
Caution Safety Signs
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Below are a few free “caution” safety signs for alerting employees to hazardous conditions. More free caution signs will be added in the future so check back often. Click the thumbnail to bring up the 11″ x 8.5″ inch version of the…
New OSHA fact sheet: Safety walkarounds for owners and management
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Demonstrating a commitment to worker safety, and getting a firsthand look at whether safety and health programs are working. These are two of the reasons business owners and managers should personally conduct periodic walkaround inspections, OSHA states in a recently…
NIOSH publishes fact sheet on fatigued driving in oil and gas industry
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For oil and gas workers, fatigue caused by a combination of long work hours and lengthy commutes can contribute to motor vehicle crashes – the leading cause of death in the industry – a new fact sheet from NIOSH states.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″…
Chemical Hazards/Hazard Communication:Training Materials
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Materials provided training on the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) under the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to workers and employers located in rural Pennsylvania. The learning objectives of this training include understanding the GHS hazard classification and labeling system and applying…
LiftRight:Safety APP.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“LiftRight℠ from EMC Insurance Companies makes it easier than ever to use the NIOSH Lifting Equation to analyze the safety of lifting tasks. Just enter your lift data and let LiftRight perform the calculations for you.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″ css=”.vc_custom_1494663199000{margin-bottom:…
ILO Ergonomic Checkpoints:Safety APP.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“The Ergonomic Checkpoints app allows you to create interactive checklists of ergonomic checkpoints to use in the workplace. There are 132 checkpoints in total. The app also includes best practice recommendations for taking action and implementing effective improvements in ergonomics…
E-Books:Easy Ergonomics:booklet
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] Easy Ergonomics A Practical Approach for Improving the Workplace was developed by the Education and Training Unit, Cal/OSHA Consultation Service, California Department of Industrial Relations. The document was prepared for publication by the staff of the Publications Division/CDE…
Protect Workers’ Vision with a Holistic View of Eye Safety
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For many safety managers, eye safety brings to mind ANSI-approved protective eyewear, OSHA requirements for its use, and the specific eye hazards present in their workplace. These are all important considerations to be sure, but another angle is all too…
E-Books:Managing shiftwork
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] Managing shiftwork is 45-pages in length and was published in 2006. Understand shift work and its’ effect and impact on worker safety and health. It offers numerous strategies for improving the safety records on all shifts at any…
Aerial Lift:Training Materials
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Material presented aerial lift safety training to workers and employers in the landscaping and tree care industries. Training topics included work practices near utility lines, aerial lift inspection, and driving. Training materials will include workbooks and quizzes.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″…
