Jan. 5, 2016 Serial violator exposes employees to potentially fatal fall and other hazards at New Hampshire worksite High & Dry Roofing faces $152K in fines, additional enforcement action CONCORD, N.H. – Litchfield contractor Michael Cahoon, who does business as High & Dry Roofing, knows he must protect his employees against falls and other hazards …
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Fire Hazards in Commercial Kitchens
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that fire departments respond to more than 7,000 fires in eating and drinking establishments in the U.S each year. Of these, more than half (57%) originate in the kitchen, ignited by cooking equipment. These fires cause hundreds of injuries and multiple deaths, and lead to an average of …
Safety is a Popularity Contest-Win It with These Tips
“Companies seeking to remain profitable must continually improve their processes. Paying attention to process results and tweaking the process requires performance measurement and tracking. Having performance scrutinized isn’t always fun. Information may show one group has out-performed another. Some groups may not have done everything required. Performance metrics may negatively influence incentive payouts and promotional …
GHS: What’s Next?- The Timelines for GHS Compliance Explained
Read Full Article At Ehssafetynewsamerica.com Related GHS Training DVDs: Introduction to GHS The Globally Harmonized System Training Video Teaches your employees what the Globally Harmonized System is all about, why OSHA adopted the GHS, and the phase-in dates for implementing the GHS. View Product HazCom (GHS) in Industrial Facilities Training Video Introduce employees to the …
(Video) How to Operate Fire Extinguisher – Fire Safety Training
Related Fire Safety Training DVDs: Fire Extinguisher Training Video on DVD – OSHA Compliance Covers the usage of various types of fire extinguishers, including general ABC fire extinguishers and industry specific fire extinguishers. View Product JJ Keller Fire Prevention & Response Training Video on DVD Covers key aspects of workplace fire safety training and can …
Confined Space Bundle Download
Click Here to download the FREE confined space bundle. Confined Space Entry Training Video Provides employees with the information they need to stay safe in Permit Spaces and helps employers stay in compliance. View Product Confined Spaces: Entry Team Training Helps you comply with OSHA’s permit-required confined spaces training requirements. View Product Confined Space …
SLC 2015: A Plant Tour of Baldor Electric Reveals Reasons for Outstanding Safety Record
A tour of the Baldor Electric in Belton, S.C., revealed a facility that cares about quality in terms of products, employee and contractor safety and stewardship of the facility. I always know I’m in a facility where people care when I don’t see spills on the floor, trash piled up near waste collection areas and …
NSC 2011: The Top 9 Reasons Workers Don’t Report Near Misses
La Duke, associate and principle of Rockford Greene International, stressed that near misses provide important information about hazards and are essential elements for calculating risks. Unfortunately, it can be all but impossible to get an accurate count of near misses. And when employees are reluctant to report them, that just makes it more difficult Here …
Fire Safety Bundle Download
Click Here to download the FREE fire safety bundle. Industrial Fire Prevention Training Review steps that can be taken to help prevent fires and discuss what employees should do in case of a fire emergency. View Product JJ Keller Fire Prevention & Response Covers key aspects of workplace fire safety training and can be …