Archive: February 2012

Six Steps to Emergency Eyewash Compliance

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 by Michael Tesmer, CSP

Right now is the perfect time for safety managers to review workplace eyewash implementation and the standards for its use. Hazardous materials exist in nearly every workplace that necessitate the presence of primary emergency eyewash stations.

Free OSHA Consultations

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 by Ryan Frick

OSHA offers free and confidential advice to small and medium-sized businesses in all states across the country, with priority given to high-hazard worksites.

OSHA Injury & Illness Prevention Programs

Monday, February 27th, 2012 by Brian Muehlenkamp, CSP

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently confirmed its position to continue to develop an injury and illness prevention program (I2P2).

Watch Your Step!

Friday, February 24th, 2012 by Michael Puffer

Slips and falls are one of the most frequent causes of accidents, both on and off the job. Each year in the United States, more than 300,000 people suffer disabling injuries from falls. Slips and falls can be fatal as well; they rank second only to automobile accidents, causing nearly 12,000 deaths a year. To avoid getting hurt from falls, avoid rushing and remember the following:

OSHA Releases New Videos on Proper Use of Respirators

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 by Michael Tesmer, CSP

OSHA has posted a series of 17 videos to help workers learn about the proper use of respirators on the job.

Spring Clean Safely

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012 by Ryan Frick

When servicing equipment, do not forget to wear the proper personal protective equipment. By wearing the proper personal protective equipment, such as gloves and safety glasses…

MSHA Launches Fatality Prevention Program

Monday, February 20th, 2012 by Brian Muehlenkamp, CSP

From 2001 through 2010, 609 miners lost their lives in workplace accidents. Violations associated with eight coal standards contributed to 58 deaths during this period, while violations associated with six metal and nonmetal standards contributed to 47 deaths.

Picking the Proper Glove

Friday, February 17th, 2012 by Michael Puffer

Your hands are one of your most valuable assets. Without them, you wouldn’t be able to touch, hold, feel, write or gesture. In fact, you couldn’t do much of anything. Too often, however, we take them for granted.

Sending A Message About Texting While Driving

Thursday, February 16th, 2012 by Eric Vogel

An online survey of 1,999 teens ages 16 to 19 found that 86% had driven while distracted even though 84% know it’s dangerous.

OSHA Training Requirements For Construction

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 by Michael Tesmer, CSP

I recently found a website that has painstakingly taken the time to compile an up-to-date comprehensive list of OSHA training requirements excerpted from the construction industry standards.