Cement Safety Program
The terms cement and concrete are often used interchangeably, but cement is an ingredient in concrete. Cement is manufactured through the high-temperature heating of materials like silica, alumina, and iron, which results in a material called cement clinker. Clinker is…
Photo of the day: Safe handling of Gas Cylinders and lecture bottles
Compressed gas cylinders are a common fixture in research laboratories. As such it is imperative to understand the safe handling, transportation, and use of compressed gas cylinders. Compressed gas is defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) per 29 CFR 1910.1200 as: The broad definition…
Emergency Response Planning for Hazardous Material
Hazardous materials can be found in every community. They are in almost every home and in most hospitals and factories. Hazardous materials are shipped every day via land, air, and sea pathways and are frequently used to inspect pipelines If…
Photo of the day: Forklift Stability Triangle
Understanding the forklift stability triangle is essential for workplace safety. When workers understand their vehicle’s capacity limits and the general principle of the stability triangle, they can operate safely on the job and reduce the risk of hazardous incidents. The forklift…
E-Books: Essential Practices for Creating, Strengthening, and Sustaining Process Safety Culture
Essential Practices for Creating, Strengthening, and Sustaining Process Safety Culture by American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) and the Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS). This book offers several definitions of process safety culture. Even though there may be some…
Chainsaw Safety
working with a chainsaw involves many different work situations with both simple and more complicated steps. The chainsaw is a very effective tool, but it can also be dangerous if used improperly. In order to avoid accidents and unnecessary strain,…
Accident Investigation Safety Training Program
The goal of this Accident Investigation Safety Training Program is to introduce basic principles and analysis techniques for investigating workplace accidents. The employee will demonstrate knowledge of accident investigation principles and techniques. The purpose of accident investigations is to prevent…
Photo of the day: Defective Tools Safe Work Practice
Workers in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and transportation can avoid workplace accidents by taking the appropriate safety precautions. However, despite their best efforts, workers may still become injured by defective tools or equipment. Those who are injured in defective tool…
Hand Protection from Chemical Exposure
Hand accidents account for between 40% to 60% of recordable workplace accidents each year.1 Yet, knowing how to best protect employees’ hands from chemicals is a common safety problem. A combination of harsh working environments, failure to choose appropriate hand…
