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Emergency Preparedness & Response
When an emergency occurs, there is not much time to figure out a plan to get everyone to safety. Emergencies present a variety of hazards for employees in impacted areas. Developing a plan before an emergency happens is crucial in ensuring that your team has the...
Hazardous Materials | Training & Compliance
Dangerous goods are articles which are capable of posing a hazard to health, safety, property, or the environment. Since these materials pose a serious risk during transportation, a system of federal and international regulations exists to ensure dangerous goods are...
Fire Prevention in the Workplace | OSHA 1910.39
Industrial fires can cost companies and governments a significant amount of money and lead to devastating loss of life. According to a recent statistic from the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), an average of 37,000 fires occur in industrial and manufacturing...
The Control of Hazardous Energy Sources | OSHA 1910.147
If your work involves activities with equipment and machinery such as set-up, un-jamming, repairs, cleaning, servicing, and adjusting, then this blog is for you. The energy feeding into the machinery and equipment (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.)...
Hazardous Waste Generator Regulatory Summary
If you produce hazardous waste at your facility, you are considered to be a hazardous waste generator. Hazardous waste management standards for generators are established by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). These standards are found in title 40 of...
Powered Industrial Trucks | OSHA 1910.178
Powered industrial trucks (PITs) are commonly used in industry to carry, push, pull, lift, stack, or tier materials. The hazards associated with PITs vary depending on the vehicle type, workplace environment, and application. Without proper training and understanding...