Failure to abate a previously cited error from OSHA
February 20th, 2014Failure to abate means that the company failed to correct a previously cited error from OSHA including hazard, condition or practice that pose danger … Read More...
NFPA 2112 Standards to Reduce Flash Fire Injuries
January 31st, 2014“What is NFPA 2112? The National Fire Protection Association 2112 Standard provides minimum requirements for the design, construction, evaluation, and certification of flame-resistant garments … Read More...
BE AWARE AND BE ALERT !!
December 30th, 2013The Mine Safety and Health Administration – MSHA issued an alert on prevention of fires and explosions in mines during the coming winter months.
Winter Alert 2013:
PREVENTING FIRES & EXPLOSIONS
“Most coal mine gas and dust explosions occur during the fall and winter. During the winter months, cold air entering mines causes mine surfaces to dry out. … Read More...
Let history repeat itself in this case…
November 28th, 2013NOMEX® completely keeps you safe from fires of whatever source. NOMEX® is intrinsically resistant to flames. With built in flame resistance in the chemical structures of its fibers, the protection it gives you can‘t be washed or worn away.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OF DUPONT NOMEX® BRAND FIBER HELPS REFINERY WORKER ESCAPE FLASH FIRE
When Marvin Staben, a Colorado Refining … Read More...
Don’t Get Burned by Myths About Arc-Flash Protection
November 24th, 2013Four common myths or misconceptions about NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace created by the National Fire Protection Association) are discussed … Read More...
December 1 deadline for training under OSHA’s revised Hazard Communication Standard
November 10th, 2013The new Hazard Communication Standard provides that employers shall train employees regarding the new label elements and safety data sheets format by December 1, 2013.
This may be of concern to those requiring to know the new labeling elements and a new format for Safety Data Sheets.
Some of the sub-headlines to refer to are as follows.
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Wearing PPE and the Arc Flash Protection Boundary
November 7th, 2013Should you wear PPE outside the Arc Flash Protection Boundary? How do you determine the AFPB?
Learn more at the forum discussion:
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Using Poly/cotton Garments For Electrical Work
October 28th, 2013How safe is blended clothing as PPE when doing electrical jobs? Read opinions from members before you buy…
“Are there any known occurrences where poly or blends have melted and/or caused injury when worn under level 0 ppe with a panel labeled at <1.2 cal?” Read more at http://arcflashforum.brainfiller.com/threads/3005/#post-14032
Our flame resistant cotton clothing is better and safer … Read More...
OSHA formed an alliance with the AESC concerning workers and employers in the oil and gas industries
October 22nd, 2013OSHA formed an alliance with the Association of Energy Services Companies (AESC) to foster awareness of workplace safety and health and to educate workers … Read More...
OSHA clarifies policy on requirement for flame-resistant and fire-retardant clothing
October 17th, 2013Oil and gas drilling jobs are more susceptible to flash fires during certain operations. The need for Flame Resistant Clothing is emphasized in the new memorandum issued by OSHA and clarifies the need for citation. These updated enforcement guidelines will be of utmost help in your organization’s safety program.
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