Tag: Employee Protection

Methylene Chloride: Protecting Exposed Workers

By Jennifer Busick Sep 23, 2014 Chemicals

Updated: Sep 29, 2014

Yesterday we looked at the hazards of methylene chloride, a common paint-stripping chemical with many industrial uses—and many hazards, including cancer. Today, let’s talk about how to protect workers from exposure to this narcotic, corrosive, carcinogenic chemical.

Arc Flash Protection: What Does OSHA Require?

By Guest Columnist Apr 29, 2014 Electrical Safety

Updated: May 16, 2014

By Ana Ellington, Legal Editor A number of OSHA standards are cited in relation to arc flash hazards. The NFPA 70E national consensus standard is a comprehensive standard that contains detailed information on how to protect workers from arc flashes. Employers must consider and adopt NFPA 70E when employees work on an electrical system. NFPA […]