If a combustible dust explosion occurs, it often results in severe injuries, burns, or deaths. Employees can reduce the potential for dust explosions by being aware of the risks and following safe work practices to mitigate those risks as well as by following the company’s emergency contingency plan. What the definition of “combustible dust” is…
Traditionally, personal protective equipment (PPE) has referred to the items that protect a worker’s physical body helmets, goggles, steel-toed boots, harnesses. But you might not realize that one of the most important pieces of PPE your team can adopt is a mobile phone. A mobile phone is a key piece of equipment for workers in the field….
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For employees who work with or around chemicals and other toxic substances, eyewash and shower stations are an essential part of the work environment. From health hazards like irritation and carcinogenicity to physical hazards like corrosion and flammability, these substances pose a wide range of risks to workers and can damage the eyes and skin in a matter of seconds. The…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The United States knows that Mother Nature can be merciless. From the deadly hurricanes in Tornado Alley to the wildfires of the West, many states are exposed to different hazards and vulnerable to natural disasters. In fact, 56 severe thunderstorms, 20 flash floods, 16, wildfires, 9 winter storms, 5 cyclones, and 2 earthquakes were classified as…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anyone working at height is putting themselves at odds with gravity. No matter how many protective measures are put in place, falling is always a possibility and needs to be taken seriously. That’s why it’s so surprising and unfortunate that most employers don’t make rescue procedures a part of their fall protection plans. Or, if they…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Every once in a while, local emergency services groups (firefighters, police officers, paramedics) will stage a mock emergency, complete with smoke and flames and full gear. Volunteers play the role of injured victims, using special effects makeup to simulate injuries. These events typically take place at airports or a location in a downtown core. People…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Muster points are critical for emergency planning. Getting your people out of the building safely in the event of a fire or other emergency can be a logistical nightmare, so it is important that every employee knows where their particular muster point is and why it was chosen. In this article, we’ll look at what you…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]After saying goodbye to his wife one damp, cloudy Tuesday, Bob got into his truck, sipped his coffee, and started to drive to work in a neighboring town about half an hour away. To Bob, it seemed like a pretty average, normal working day. But it was far from it. He had recently started a…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]According to the NFPA, from 2011 to 2015 there were an estimated 37,910 fires in industrial and manufacturing properties causing an estimated $1.2 billion in property damage per year. That is an astounding cost. The leading causes of these industrial fires were: Electrical distribution and lighting equipment (24%) Heating equipment (16%) Intentional fires (9%) According to the…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Emergencies can put your employees at risk and even force you to shut down operations. By their nature, they are unexpected and unpredictable, but with proper planning you can face these events in a safe and efficient manner. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”8724″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1571039302539{margin-top: 2px !important;margin-right: 2px !important;margin-bottom: 2px !important;margin-left: 2px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row xt_row_type=”in-container” xt_border_top=”0″ xt_pattern_opacity=”100″][vc_column][vc_column_text]…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]our organization’s emergency management plan is a critical tool developed to assist managers, coordinators, and responders. It allows them to effectively manage and mitigate the consequences of an emergency. This guide will provide you with overall guidance on developing an effective emergency management plan.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”8592″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1568730120973{margin-top: 2px !important;margin-right: 2px !important;margin-bottom: 2px !important;margin-left: 2px…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Safety signs can be a tricky business. Some have words and a clear message, while many rely on visual symbols to warn of potential danger. This is also an effective way to communicate potential hazards – as long as workers understand what the symbols mean. There are two different types of safety symbols: one refers…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Emergency situations that occur in confined spaces are some of the most dangerous. Aside from the obvious fact that space is limited and there are minimal points of entry and egress, these situations can result in multiple fatalities when one too many would-be rescuer crowds into the space. According to NIOSH, more than 60% of deaths in…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Facility emergency response plans identify specific types of hazards, risks and circumstances that could harm people or the environment. They also document the tools and tactics that will be used to prevent injuries or property damage. Skilled emergency response coordinators are a vital link between just having plans on paper and having emergency response practices…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Construction projects always exposed to many adverse weather condition which can affect negatively on the safety of workers and property so here we offer guideline of establishing Sever weather plan to provide the safety & welfare of employees and prevention of project damage or loss due to severe weather conditions. Also provide minimum requirements regarding…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] If someone has a serious cut and gets blood on the floor, how do we treat the cut? And how do we safely clean up the blood? [/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: 4px !important;border-top-width: 2px !important;border-right-width: 2px !important;border-bottom-width: 2px !important;border-left-width: 2px !important;background-color: #f4f4f4 !important;border-left-color: #e5e5e5 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #e5e5e5 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #e5e5e5 !important;border-top-style:…
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The following template can be used to help your organization develop a written Emergency Action Plan. This template cannot be used as is – you must customize the template to meet the needs of your organization. We have made this template easier for you to customize by adding visual prompts that identify some areas…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A fire emergency evacuation plan (FEEP) is a written document which includes the action to be taken by all staff in the event of fire and the arrangements for calling the fire brigade. It can include any relevant information in relation to the FEEP.[/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: 4px !important;border-top-width: 2px !important;border-right-width: 2px !important;border-bottom-width: 2px…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Disasters can happen in the blink of an eye. Whether natural, environmental or just some freak accident, how your business responds to these occurrences can be the difference between successful risk mitigation and risk nightmares.[/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_1533633760139{margin-bottom: 4px !important;}”][vc_column][xt_networks title=”Follow Us” force_original_colors=”yes”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”7135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1535188530183{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Unfortunately, for many organizations, natural…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] On April 3, 2018, 38-year-old Nasim Najafi Aghdam entered YouTube’s headquarters with a semi-automatic pistol and began shooting company employees. The act of workplace violence at the video sharing company’s San Bruno, Calif., office was only one of many incidents that have caused widespread media attention and discussions about what companies can do to protect…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As summer turns to fall, it’s a good idea to refresh your memory on fall fire safety tips. Some safety tips are the same regardless of the time of year, but many safety concerns are seasonal, particularly those that involve keeping your home warm.[/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_1494666300152{padding-top: 4px !important;padding-right: 4px !important;padding-bottom: 4px !important;padding-left: 4px…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Emergency planning is critical for operations that handle or produce significant quantities of hazardous materials. Because of the danger to employees working at these facilities and to the general public presented by the harmful release of hazardous materials, likes noxious, combustible gases and waste, people have a right to know about the potential for danger…
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