safety management training Articles
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Risk assessment of large industrial complexes in Eastern Europe: a comparative prospective
This paper introduces the UN Inter-Agency programme on risk assessment and safety management for energy and other complex industrial systems. The international initiative includes compilation of methods and guidelines, development of models and computer codes to assist implementation of various tasks of risk assessment at the regional level, support for national case studies and training. Case ...
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Case study - msdsBinders instrumental in implementing RBS Bulk Systems safety policies
Introduction RBS Bulk Systems provides high-quality dry and liquid bulk transportation services throughout Western Canada and the United States. For RBS, accurate MSDS management is essential to ensure both safety and compliance while transporting a broad range of products for their customers. Situation Prior to becoming a msdsBinders client, RBS managed all their MSDSs internally. The ...
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It’s Time to Prepare for an OSHA PSM Inspection
Companies who are required to comply with OSHA’s Process Safety Management standard (1910:119) should be on high alert now that inspectors are being encouraged to complete more time-consuming, complex investigations. The reason? OSHA’s new enforcement weighting system. Prior to this year, OSHA inspectors were measured on one primary metric: the number of inspections they completed. ...
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5 Money-Saving Tips for Plant Managers
When employees use chemicals in any industry, the risk of injury grows. Companies have OSHA regulations to follow, and once an employee removes a lid, hidden costs begin to accumulate. The process of using chemicals begins to resemble that of an iceberg, and even more so for a chemical plant. At the surface, the costs include buying the chemicals and what is needed to use them. But, under the ...
By Ecorobotics
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Enhesa Enforcement Corner - Issue 3
Enforcement in September 2017 Input from Ruth White, Jimena Murillo, Deidre Perquy, Elise Saade, Tjeerd Hendel-Blackford, Michael George Pantelides and Karolina Wrzecionkowska Enhesa keeps an eye on regulatory enforcement actions around the globe, which can range in magnitude and severity – but all add up. Here are just some examples of the many enforcement cases that occurred around ...
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Guangdong Province to Amend the Work Safety Regulation
On 5 July 2013, the Standing Committee of Guangdong Provincial People’s Congress released the revision of “Guangdong Province Work-Safety Regulations” (hereinafter referred to as the “second draft”) for public opinion on its official website. The “second draft” proposes to set up liability insurance provisions in case of safety failures in production, ...
By SGS
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Feeling the Pressure? EH&S Solutions for Utilities Doing More With Less - The Business Case for EH&S Outsourcing
Untitled Document It's no secret environmental health and safety (EH&S) managers are faced with the challenge of accomplishing more with less. In the competitive and highly regulated utility industry, managers are tasked with performing high quality work efficiently and effectively with fewer and fewer resources. Richard Warner can relate. Warner recently retired ...
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Is Your EHS Software Addressing Your Pain Points?
The decision to opt for Environment, Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHS&S) software involves many parameters, and businesses must thoughtfully consider the best course of action. Fortunately, they can get help from expert EHS&S software providers to save time and get more insights from their ...
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The role of management and safety climate in preventing risk-taking at work
Safety climate is a leading performance indicator that can provide insight into safety performance before accidents have occurred. Managerial variables have emerged as a primary determinant of safety climate in empirical research. In order to investigate the mechanisms of that influence a theoretical model was developed to test the relationship between management commitment and worker ...
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Pulsar`s 2018 Noise Training Programme for Safety Managers
Pulsar launches a new training programme to help safety managers gain a better understanding of noise risks, controls, legislation and best management practices. Does your organisation use hand-held power tools or noisy machinery? If you do then you need to have a good awareness of issues raised by noise in the workplace. This brand new noise training programme for 2018 has been designed to be ...
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Industry Experts Address Solutions for Major Safety and Environmental Hazards and Risks Prevalent in Fossil-Fuel Power Plants
The upcoming marcus evans HSE Excellence for Fossil Generation Conference — set to take place August 6–8, 2013, in Dallas, Texas — will address critical challenges and lessons learned in the industry to drive solution-based topics, including worksite safety management, confined space, safety training, fall protection, EPA regulations, combustible dust, electrical arc flash, ...
By Marcus Evans
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Construction Site Safety Inspections – What To Include at the Start of the Project?
There are TWO TIERS of safety inspections regardless of the type of construction project – road, building waterway, hazardous waste clean-up. First Tier – Initial Site Inspection at the Start of the Project. This inspection is more of a Program Audit than a site safety inspection and is best performed at the very start of the site work – even before work if possible!! The ...
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How Transit Agencies Can Implement the FTA’s Safety Management System
In a recent blog post, we highlighted key aspects relating to the Public Transportation Safety Program. In this post, we will take a closer look at the Safety Management System (SMS) approach outlined in the FTA’s proposed rule. The SMS approach is intended to help define internal processes and ensure that each public transportation agency, regardless of size or service environment, has ...
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Building a Strong Safety Culture
Accident investigations of disasters such as Chernobyl and the Challenger Space Shuttle have highlighted the tragic impact poor safety culture can have on an organization. In the past, accident investigations focused on “operator error” and equipment malfunction as the cause of most accidents. We now see that an organization’s culture can have a significant impact on safety. ...
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Maintaining a Steel Structure Workshop
Maintaining a steel structure workshop is crucial for ensuring its longevity, safety, and efficient operation. Proper maintenance practices can also help prevent costly repairs, downtime, and potential hazards. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore essential steps and best practices for maintaining a steel structure workshop effectively. Regular Inspection and Assessment The first step ...
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Construction Site Safety Inspections – Start?, Daily? Weekly?, Monthly?
Safety Inspections There are two tiers of safety inspections regardless of the type of construction project. First Tier – Initial Site Inspection at the Start of the Project This inspection is more of a Program Audit than a site safety inspection. The audit focuses on Overall Safety Management, Security, Anticipated Hazards, Postings and Training, and, if necessary, a Site-Specific ...
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The dangers and challenges fleet drivers face on the road
In the UK, someone is seriously or fatally injured in a road accident every 22 minutes, a statistic that puts the spotlight on the risk fleet drivers face daily as they spend a significant amount of time on the road. Factors like weather conditions, the behaviour of other motorists, and fatigue can cause accidents, leading to delays, injuries, and death. We've highlighted the dangers and ...
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Food Safety: Foreign Materials And Pathogens Continue To Impact Product Quality
One of the defining elements of modern society is that consumers have more options when choosing what products they want to buy. On a basic level, freedom of choice is something that we all want, but when it comes to food safety, people are often at the mercy of a brand’s working and quality processes. In fact, recent headlines underscore that no matter whether consumers choose generic or ...
By EtQ, LLC
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How Businesses Can Thrive with OSHA Guidelines
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines are a set of standards and regulations designed to promote workplace safety and protect employees from occupational hazards. These guidelines cover a wide range of industries and address various aspects of workplace safety, including hazard identification, training and education, recordkeeping, and compliance requirements. By ...
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Noise induced hearing loss: how can you start monitoring your workforce?
An estimated 20,000 people working during the last year suffered from noise induced hearing loss (NIHL), new as well as longstanding cases, caused or made worse by work.[1]The cause of NIHL is preventable but the affects are permanent, resulting in life changing injuries that can seriously impair a workers’ quality of life. Industries with the highest incidences of NIHL include ...
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