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You can’t just load a truck and send it off down the highway without knowing the nature of the hazardous materials (hazmats) that will be transported together. You need to confirm that the hazmats you’re loading on a motor vehicle, transporting by highway, or storing are compatible.
On July 17, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released an update on its investigation into a January 2023 explosion and toxic chemical release at the Honeywell Performance Materials and Technologies facility in Geismar, Louisiana. A reboiler at the facility exploded, leading to the release of over 870 pounds (lb) of hydrogen […]
Is it mandatory that color coding be applied to the lockout/tagout tags for an electric utility provider? Here’s how we answered:
The first steps taken following an accident involving a commercial motor vehicle are extremely important. Here’s a quick review of post-accident procedures that can protect employers and drivers. Employers who have trucks on the road should make sure their drivers know the proper procedures for handling accidents. Basic rules include the following: Drivers should immediately […]
As we said in yesterday’s Advisor, many solvents evaporate quickly, which results in harmful solvent vapors in the air, creating not only fire risks but also health risks for employees. Inhalation is a common risk of working with solvents. Once inhaled, solvent vapors can quickly move into the bloodstream. Inhalation of solvent vapors will often […]
Yesterday we discussed the management of aerosol cans in order to keep your workers safe. Today we will look at the difficult issue of disposing of aerosol cans.
Employees need to know what the different colors you use on safety signs and tags mean in terms of the hazards and levels of danger they may face. Your color-coding system should be among the important elements covered in safety training and orientation programs. All employees who face physical or health hazards on the job […]
Q: When questioning whether a chemical is reportable under SARA 312 Tier II what’s the best way to make that determination? Other than exceeding the 10,000 lb quantity on hand, what makes a chemical reportable under Tier II?
Yesterday, we discussed some of the hazards that are created when pedestrians work in close proximity to forklifts. Today, we’ll look at some work practices that pedestrians can use to stay safe when they’re crossing paths with powered industrial trucks.
Forklift operations raise many safety issues for employers. There’s a lot to know about OSHA requirements, and not all of it is well-known. Many of your colleagues have turned to our safety experts for answers to their safety forklift questions. Here’s a sample of interesting forklift questions sent in to our sister website, Safety.BLR.com®, where […]