E-Books: HAZOP-Guide to Best Practice Third Edition
This book is intended to provide guidance on a specific technique developed for use in the process and chemical industries. The technique described is HAZOP (hazard and operability) study, a detailed method for systematic examination of a well-defined process or…
Photo of the day: Fire Emergency
Fire represents one of the biggest workplace safety threats. It is a hazard not only for workers but potentially for the nearby general public as well. Fire can result in serious injuries or even fatalities. Workplace fires can also cause extensive property damage and can render the…
Dropped Object Consequence Calculator
A dropped object is defined as ‘any object that falls from its previous static position under its own weight’. If an object falls, the force of gravity will pull it towards the ground and if you happen to be in…
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) in the Prep Kitchen
Your body is made up of muscles, bones, tendons, joints, and other tissues. This is called the musculoskeletal system. When you injure a part of this system it is called a Musculoskeletal Disorder, or MSD. at the end of this…
E-Books: Health, Safety, and Environmental Management in Offshore and Petroleum Engineering
The regulations of risks to health, safety, and environmental management that arise from the exploration and production work in the oil and gas industries are gaining more attention in the recent past. There is a growing necessity to maintain good…
Sorbent & How Do Sorbents Work
Spills and leaks in the workplace can have far-reaching consequences for both workers and the environment. Hydrocarbon fuels such as diesel, propane, and gasoline are some of the most common irritants found in many facilities. When exposed to air, the…
Hazard Identification Plan (HIP) Template
One of the “root causes” of workplace injuries, illnesses, and incidents is the failure to identify or recognize hazards that are present, or that could have been anticipated. A critical element of any effective safety and health program is a…
The Key Elements of a Crisis Management Plan
Every organization should have a crisis management program. Having a clear idea of how your organization will prepare before a crisis, respond immediately to a crisis, and repair public relations and regain the confidence of stakeholders after a crisis is…
