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The article discusses how thermal instability properties of the powder can help in ensuring safety from fires and explosions in drying operations. Topics discussed include ways in which self-heating of powders due to exothermic reaction can result in smoldering; ways in which thermal insulator, preventing cooling and promoting the generation and buildup of heat energy; and importance of understanding of the thermal instability properties of the powder.

The article discusses the need for safety measures to prevent serious injury from dropped objects. Topics covered include the effect of dropped object incidents on a company's financial performance and reputation, strategies for mitigating dropped object risks, and the ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 standard for dropped object prevention.

The article discusses the need for improvement in worker safety issues by meat and poultry processors to decrease injuries and accidents. It refers to the requirement of behavioral changes from the entire work force to reduce the threat of hazards. It highlights a comment by Chris Fuller, owner and operator of Fuller Consulting, regarding the difficulties in persuading plant managers who prioritize productivity to adopt safety measures.

The article offers information on predictions, based on interviews with environmental health and safety (EHS) professionals and research into future projections of all varieties as posted by the "Industrial Safety & Hygiene News." Topics being presented include EHS professionals' health as well as peformance and behavior in the workplace.

The article offers information on the Star or Merit award for the Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for manufacturers in the U.S. It notes that VPP requires cooperative and proactive efforts from the management, labor force, and OSHA to focus on hazard prevention to avoid fatalities, injuries, and illnesses. It adds that the VPP Star is awarded to a manufacturer that has implemented effective safety and health management systems.

The article discusses the importance of the quality of training in the performance of meat and poultry workers. It mentions that protein plant operators aims to employ workers who have the competency to produce high-quality meat and poultry in an efficient and safe manner. According to senior lead auditor Yvonne C. Anding of food safety auditing firm NSF International that plant management should develop a strong culture of worker safety with robust training, monitoring and improvement process.

The article discusses ideas for businesses on how to protect and ensure the safety of their lone workers in the U.S. The initiative of the public power company Ameren Corp. to take all reasonable steps to protect the safety of their one-person truck that go out the field to respond to trouble calls is cited. The strategy of Ameren to deploy the critical even management platform from Everbridge to ensure that lone workers can communicate whenever emergency arises is mentioned.

The article discusses the importance of safety policies and equipments at work environments and job sites to save time, money, and lives.

The article presents the author's views regarding safety measures in the construction industry in the U.S. He listed several practices that could help lessen jobsite injuries including that employees know and understand Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) guidelines, post hard-hat signs and warning tapes, and forklift lifters must have a training certificate. He mentions the excuses workers use for not following the rules and notes that it has not change over the years.

The article discusses the use of simple cleaning tools in preventing dust explosions in food processing plants. It mentions that adequate staff training together with technological innovations could prevent the occurrence of big industrial accidents. According to the author, it is also essential for process designers and engineers to look at material safety data sheet to look at materials that have potentials to explore.

The article discusses the decision of the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the date for temporary enforcement measures for residential construction. These measures concern priority free on-site compliance assistance, penalty reductions, and extended abatement dates. Discussion focuses on the need for variance in residential fall protection. How does a contractor demonstrate the need for variance where fall protection measures are infeasible is explained.

The article discusses the results of a 2011 online survey on occupational safety in the roofing industry, conducted by the publication in collaboration with the BNP Media Market Research Division. According to respondents, they implement various safety-related programs and conduct meetings. Aside from hands-on demonstrations, safety training methods being utilized include the use of videos and online information resources. Some fall protection schemes being observed are also described.

The article focuses on the dangers posed by complete or selective demolition of roofs and its safety precautions. The structure must be first inspected and analyzed for potential physical hazards. An inspection activity is also important in re-roofing an existing deck. A Risk Assessment Value (RAV) is done to assess safe work practice. To prevent roofing accident cases, a Job Safety Analysis for employees is conducted. The standard rules set by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are also discussed.

The article discusses the importance of strong safety culture in a company, on topic including important aspects of a safety culture, the value of safety culture as a defense against any competition.

The article focuses on the safety measures for anticipating the occurrence of an arc flash within a workplace in the U.S. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), shock, electrocution, and arc flash are responsible for one fatality every working day in the country. To prevent such incidents, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has mandated employers to assess their workplaces for electrical hazards and the need for personal protective equipment (PPE).

The article considers on-the-job safety as the higher priority in food and beverage plants in the U.S. Machine guards, light curtains, protective clothing and slip-resistant surfaces have been mainstays in the safety toolbox. Perhaps the best approach blends human and technical elements, making sure people understand the hazards that exist and equipping them with the right tools to safeguard their well-being. Triennial revisions to the National Electrical Code as set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are being introduced in 2008.

The article presents information on the initiatives launched by the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), the Association of General Contractors (AGC) and other industry organizations to ensure safety in construction sites, especially in multilingual worksites. Georgia Tech Research Institute has developed a safety curriculum that have been distributed throughout the Southeast by building associations, OSHA offices and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, as well as online.

The article introduces several ladders, including the Ladder-Max ladder stabilizer, Portable Tether/Ladder Roof Anchor from Level Rite Ladder Safety Accessories and Smart Ladder.

The article focuses on the fall protection options that can be installed and used on residential buildings. It emphasizes the need for the development of procedures for safe work for individuals who work on and around residential homes at heights. It suggests the use of fall protection anchors that can be installed to work safely at heights. It cites the benefits of using a permanent roof anchor system.

The article presents information on the "The Year in Construction" feature, an amalgam of projects and people skillfully photographed and submitted to the editors of the journal "Engineering News-Record" (ENR). Instead of documenting the big stories of the year, these images often freeze the more private moments and the personal perspectives on construction. Some of their subjects have a sweeping grandeur, a majesty and subliminal power that words never can convey. This year, the journal "ENR" requested photos of people working safely, partly in response to those who are concerned about what they think are apparent safety violations in some ENR photos.

Discusses the basics of motivational safety speaking in the U.S. Assertion on how an irate speaker hired from another agency can affect the image of a company; Tips for selecting speakers; Techniques used by well-paid speakers to motivate employees. INSETS: Selecting your speaker;You make the call.

Advises employees about the hazards chemicals present and the safe handling of those chemicals. Reasons for fear of chemicals; Chemical-related terms that employees should understand; Basic safety tips for working with or near, or handling chemicals. INSET: Case study in chemophobia.

The article presents information about a construction safety program of Intel Corp. Recordable injuries and illnesses fell from a rate of 5.95 per 100 full-time workers in 1994 to 0.68 just five years later. Despite improved safety performance on construction sites over the years and more exchange of best practices among owners, organized labor, union and nonunion contractors, accidents such as the March 23, 2005 explosion at a BP refinery in Texas that killed 15 contractor employees in trailers remind industry officials that all is far from perfect. INSET: Small Firm Grows Helping Big Clients Build Safety Cultures.

Recommends steps to a successful safety system in an organization. Assessment of the corporate culture; Ways of staging a review of management systems; Assignment of responsibilities with management; Establishment of a safety steering team.

The article focuses on the issue of industrial accidents involving linemen. The number of linemen employed by public utilities, rural electrical coops, contractors and state and local government is about 110,000, half by some measures of what it was 20 years ago. While the safety record has improved, the amount of work is growing. Existing lines must serve bigger populations and run through congested areas with plenty of trees. Union electrical contractors say that line contractor safety in the past decade has improved, as measured by incidents per 1,000 man-hours worked. INSET: What's Causing the Rash of Power Line Accidents?.

The article focuses on a case study which describes an effective approach to the continuous management of light-ends in the management of heat transfer fluid plant safety using a light-ends removal kit (LERK). Topics covered include the significance of managing the byproducts of thermal degradation, the value of measuring light-ends, and the importance of flashpoint for an end-user.

The article reports on the business concept CYA (cover your anatomy) to minimize jobsite accidents in the plumbing industry. Topics discussed include how to have safety best practices and OSHA code compliance in place at company; how to have a detailed approach to do work in order to minimize safety issues; and avoiding frightening scenarios.

The article discusses strategies for security professionals on how to mitigate the risk of workplace violence to keep employees safe. Top strategies include the importance of getting an assessment from a professional, employee's education and training to lessen the impact of workplace violence incidents, and understanding and defining what constitutes suspicious behavior. It also stresses of being proactive of the possibility of workplace violence.

The article provides information on safety of machine operators. According to author, it is a wise step to provide additional safety devices for making sure that the guarding is in place and the machine can be operated in a secure manner. The author adds that safety controllers are more flexible compared to relays as programming logic is used in their configuration.

The article focuses on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to increase the number of its annual inspections to further improve worker safety in the U.S. The initiative of the agency to enhance its programmed inspections in response to the increase of industry injuries and worker complaints is cited. The advantage of the measure which focused on specific industries, hazards and other workplace characteristics is also mentioned.

The article focuses on workplace safety, particularly on foot injury prevention. Topics being presented include effective ways to overcome challenges of foot protection programs as well as other details about protecting employees’ feet with reliable industrial footwear and Understanding the code of practice around safety footwear is presented.

An interview with Joshua Alpert, an orthopedic surgeon at Midwest Bone & Joint Institute in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, is presented. He offers his insight about the ins and outs of hand injuries and highlights why hand injuries can be particularly serious and what recovery from an injury looks like as well as the use of safet gloves.

The article focuses on industrial safety and hygiene, highlighting several common mistakes when it comes to recordkeeping on employee injury as well as tips on how to fix them. Information about a law that requires employers to set up a reasonable procedure for employees to report work-related injuries and illnesses to them is presented.

The article offers information on the decision of California to bring the heat illness prevention regulation online.

The article offers some tips related to use of arc flash suits for safety from arc flashes and arc blast. It mentions that fabric weight of clothing being worn affects the heat that is transferred to the body. It discusses the factors related to which are used to determine the severity of an injury from an electrical arc which includes Arc temperature, Arc duration and Arc length.

The article offers tips on worker safety on low-slope roofing projects. Roofing professional Mike Dolci came up with the safe roof initiative, a set of instructions on how to prevent falls in accessing roof. The initiative aims to give a building owner a finished project that allows workers safe access to perform maintenance work on the roof and/or roof-mounted equipment. One of the key features of the initiative is a red-colored membrane around all unprotected roof edges. Warning signs must be posted as part of the safe roof installation.

The article focuses on tool safety as prescribed by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA). Several photos are presented showing proper tool management and potential safety hazards in tools. It mentions different ways of adapting tool safety which include wiring or strapping the miter saw safety shield when the spring is broken, wrapping electrical tape around the handle to keep the safety switch pressed and how to prevent circular saw from backing up.

The article reports on the programs of the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Utah to reduce lost-time injuries and lower Experience Modification Rates (EMR). According to Rich Thorn, president and chief executive officer of AGC of Utah, safety has always been a top priority of the organization. Richard Fullmer, AGC of Utah apprenticeship and training director praises the emphasis of safety in the industry.

The article discusses five strategies and tips for effective performance of industrial safety teams. These tips are the maintaining the shared belief system (SBS) among team members, developing a crystal clear direction (CDC), defining the structure through rules which the team will observe, supporting the safety measures by giving resources such as time and budget, and good coaching of the team.

The article presents several products related to industrial safety, in the U.S. The Arc Flash Safety Awareness safety training program, which is available on DVD and video, prevents flash accidents and explosions. The EXCEL-FR line of durable flame-resistant cotton and cotton-blend apparel from Bulwark meets or exceeds stringent industry standards for flame resistance. The Airsoft multiple-use earplugs from Howard Leight are redesigned to offer easier insertion and improved comfort.

The article focuses on the importance of safety measures in ensuring product safety and plant security in meat industry in the U.S. Joe Robertson, director of corporate and global security at Tyson Foods Inc., said that the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks had caused the industry to heighten its security by controlling and limiting access to the plant. The new U.S. Department of Agriculture initiative was implemented to strengthen the relationships between inspectors and the plant employees.

Focuses on the importance of effective safety programs to protect heating and ventilation employees in the field. Impact of field injuries on company morale and schedule and insurance costs; Recognition for safe job performance through incentives and awards; Use of protective equipment and gears. INSET: Service Safety.

Offers advice on creating awareness of safety in the workplace. Placing emphasis on the link between safety and the bottom line; Ways by which health and safety can help meet strategic business objectives. INSET: Breaking through.

Discusses the U.S. Advancement for Employees Act of 2004, introduced by Senator Mike Enzi. Scope and application; Provisions for industrial safety and health; Protections for whistleblowers.

Provides tips to employers on how to improve the quality of material safety data sheets (MSDS) for use by employees. Responsibility of chemical manufacturers to make sure that MSDS are accurate, complete and easy to understand; Review of MSDS periodically to make sure they are up-to-date, complete and legible; Creation of "summary sheets" to highlight the hazards of specific chemicals.

Discusses the importance of incorporating health and safety practices in the lean manufacturing processes of the ceramics industry. Costs involved in an industrial accident; Importance of employing qualified health and safety professionals; Factors considered in evaluating controls for identified hazards in a job safety analysis.

The article discusses the workplace safety practices . It talks about the smart technological innovations in the domain of safety management. It discusses how the technology driven procedures now can help the workers to communicate the safety information to the peers in no time to prevent work related injuries and accidents. It focuses on the digital aspect of the industrial hygiene procedures.

The article discusses the safety measures of using fixed ladders as it can be a major cause of workplace injuries, accidents and fatalities. It talks about the safety norms prescribed by Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It focuses on the industrial hygiene rules related to ladder and their implementations in the right way.

The article discusses the importance of customised Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect workers from work related injuries and accidents. It talks about making the industrial safety equipment according to the built of the worker. It focuses on maintaining the perfect industrial hygiene balance with the right set of accessories.