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Each of the following items must be marked with the large label as illustrated in this section. Where the large PCB mark is specified, but the PCB article or PCB equipment is too small to accommodate the smallest permissible size of the large mark, the small PCB mark may be used instead of the large […]
Yesterday, we presented a number of questions about material handling requirements with answers courtesy of Safety.BLR.com. Today, we conclude with some more questions and answers. What are the fall protection regulations for shipping docks at 48 inches tall? The current general industry regulations under 1910 subpart D are not very specific. 1910.23(c) “Protection of open-sided […]
According to EPA, the facility is permitted under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to manage and store PCB wastes. Separate permits allow the facility to recycle fluorescent lamps and ballasts, batteries, electronic wastes, and mercury devices. The facility also manages non-PCB ballasts, phosphorous powders, aerosol cans, and mercury-containing wastes. The company operates facilities in […]
Material handling raises many questions. Here are some answers courtesy of the premier safety website for safety professionals, Safety.BLR.com. Are there any regulations on stacking heights or number of stacks for wooden pallets? There is no rule on stacking heights or number of stacks for pallets. However, KY OSHA has a general duty clause statute […]
OSHA says that if you allow an employee to enter a permit-required confined space, you must develop and implement a written program for the space. There is no rule on stacking heights or number of stacks for pallets. However, KY OSHA has a general duty clause statute that says the employer must “furnish to each […]
Have a procedure in place for responding to NOVs, enforcement orders, and other related issuances. Give a copy of an NOV or order to the person responsible for responding. If the alleged violation is significant, make sure to alert the proper management official. Immediately determine the validity of the NOV or order. Mark all documents […]
Metrics help training departments show their value to the organization, wrote Susan Prince, JD, a legal editor with BLR®, publisher of Training Forum. In today’s Advisor, Prince gives advice on establishing effective metrics for your safety training program. For metrics to be effective, however, they need to be the right metrics, and they need to […]
Metrics help training departments show their value to the organization, wrote Susan Prince, JD, a legal editor with BLR®, publisher of Training Forum. In today’s Advisor, Prince gives advice on establishing effective metrics for your safety training program. For metrics to be effective, however, they need to be the right metrics, and they need to […]
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Used Oil Handler Activities A generator’s used oil activities may subject the generator to the responsibilities of one or more other used oil handler categories. These requirements would be in addition to those required of generators. Other handler categories and the activities that would subject the generator to these additional requirements are: Transporters. Generators who […]