by Bill Taylor, CSP | Oct 27, 2015 | Powered Industrial Vehicles |
This is Part I of our 2 Part Series on Forklift Operator Training. In Part I, we explore the inherent danger of operating a forklift and the importance of training and operating experience. In Part II, we will discuss refresher training and 3-year evaluations. Driving...
by Christopher B. Murray, CIH, CSP | Oct 20, 2015 | Respiratory Protection |
ANSI Z88.2, “Practices for Respiratory Protection,” was released in March 2015. This new edition has been in the works for some time, as the previous 1992 Edition was withdrawn in 2002. Respirators are devices used to protect people from the inhalation of harmful...
by Christopher B. Murray, CIH, CSP | Oct 13, 2015 | Exposure Monitoring |
OSHA has issued a proposed rule that would lower the agency’s permissible exposure limit (PEL) for beryllium in general industry from 2 µg/m3 to 0.2 µg/m3. According to OSHA, the new rule would require employers to measure workers’ exposures to beryllium, limit their...
by David E. Rice, RN, BSN, CCM | Oct 8, 2015 | Wellness Programs |
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You will see pink ribbons worn during charity walks, companies showing support through pink products and even your favorite NFL team sporting pink on Sundays. But what does it all really mean? And what can be done beyond...
by Phillip C. Fincher, CIH, CSP | Oct 3, 2015 | Mold |
Homeowners, property managers and local school systems are preparing for flooding and damaging winds across the Southeast due to Hurricane Joaquin. Virginia as well as North and South Carolina have declared a State of Emergency to ensure resources are mobilized to...
