E-Books: Handbook of Petrochemical Processes
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Procedures of Lockout/Tagout at Chemical Plants
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Lockout/tagout (LOTO) is a safety protocol that establishes minimum requirements for identifying and blocking hazardous energy during the maintenance or servicing of industrial equipment or systems. A lockout device is applied to physically prevent the transmission of energy. A tag or label is then…
Hydrogen Sulfide New Regulations
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) regulations have gotten an overhaul for 2017. These regulatory changes are a top priority that need to be addressed in order to keep workers safe.If your business strives for excellence in safety, these are policies that belong…
Oil & extraction: hazards, controls & resources -Safety Moment#22
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]According to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data, in 2016 there are currently between 150,000 and 160,000 people employed in oil & gas extraction in the United States. The most common careers in the energy & oil industry include geoscientists; petroleum engineers;…
