Posts by: Mike Wilson

Are you using GHS labels?

The United States has been at the forefront spearheading the need for a standardized approach to classification of dangerous chemicals, their labeling and communication on the hazards. This has been achieved through Globally Harmonized System (GHS) reached after broad and structured negotiations carried out by experts drawn from a number of countries with experience in hazard communication. The adoption of this system is bound to have far…

Mike Wilson | November 29, 2012 | Safety Products | GHS, Labeling, Safety, Workplace Safety

OSHA for a Small Business

(OSHA) Occupational Safety and Health Administration is an agency of the US Department of Labor. The agency strives to improve the safety and health conditions in the workplace. The agency sets the standards, imparts training and encourages the continual improvement of safety and health conditions in the workplace. There are a number of benefits for small businesses through OSHA. Let us find out more about OSHA and…

Mike Wilson | November 28, 2012 | Safety Solutions | OSHA, Workplace Safety

Which Six Sigma belt do you have?

Six sigma training and certification can be achieved through online and offline. There are a number of programs designed to train working professionals and managers to understand the quality systems. Six Sigma involves a process where a refined process is charted out after going through DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methods. It is a systematic and well defined scientific method. By going through the training…

Mike Wilson | November 27, 2012 | Lean | Lean, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma

Funny Warning Signs : Machinery

Click here to see more funny warning signs When you work in a factory or some other production facility, it would seem like common sense to use safety precautions, and you’d never think that people might need to be reminded that they are working with machinery and tools that have no mind of their own. That said, both machinery and tools don’t recognize when they are about…

Mike Wilson | November 26, 2012 | Safety Products | Safety

Anti slip tape as a measure of safety

By using anti slip tape at various locations, you can prevent accidents. Anti slip tapes are used as a measure of safety in public and private buildings. Businesses should be wise enough to invest in the little things that will yield a great savings. By investing on anti slip tapes you will be able to prevent expensive accidents. Thus, the company’s expenses for attending to the employee’s…

Mike Wilson | November 26, 2012 | Safety Products | Anti-Slip Tape, Floor Marking, Floor Tape, Safety

Use of computer technology in improvising welding techniques

Welding industry is a dynamic industry that has evolved considerably with recent developments in technology. These technological developments have continually improved the quality, accuracy and versatility of welding processes. The welding process today, is a high-tech skill, which uses powerful lasers, electron beams and sometimes explosives for conjoining metals. Computers have become an indispensable part of welding processes. Computer proficiency is required for execution of all these…

Mike Wilson | November 23, 2012 | Safety Solutions | Workplace Safety

Lean Supply Chain

Supply chain management ensures that products are delivered to the end market with minimum waste. If you are implementing lean methods in your organization, lean supply chain management is the right fit for the overall success of your organization. You will be able to take up and continue your lean journey in an appropriate way by implementing lean methods. It is possible to respond to your customers…

Mike Wilson | November 23, 2012 | Lean | Lean, Lean Manufacturing

Funny Toilet Signs

Click the photo to view this sign We love funny signs, and we have seen that people like ones that refer to toilets and bathrooms. This sign we just added is one of my favorites, it reads “Welcome to our OOL. Notice there is no “P” in it. Let’s keep it that way.” I’ve noticed a lot of pool owners like to have this hanging up as…

Mike Wilson | November 21, 2012 | Safety Products | Safety

Funny Warning Signs : Seriously On Fire

Click Here to Buy This Sometimes, we need to be safe and warn others of possible dangers, but that doesn’t mean we can’t do it in a dramatic or humorous way. We here at Creative Safety Supply have decided to get even more creative and sell some more lighthearted products, like our funny warning signs. I’m going to be adding these to the blog occasionally, to let…

Mike Wilson | November 20, 2012 | Safety Products | Safety

Industrial Label Printers – What’s the Purpose?

Types of Industrial Label Printers Industrial label printers serve a useful purpose to prepare various kinds of labels. Before purchasing an industrial label printer, you should be aware of its features. You should also be aware of your own job requirements. There are various types of label printers on the market. You should be able to find out the best printer for your needs. If you go…

Mike Wilson | November 20, 2012 | Safety Products | Barcoding, Industrial Label Printers, Label Makers, Label Printer, Labeling, Rack Labeling, Safety

Spill Kits : Why You Should Have Them

In spite of taking all kinds of precautions, it is difficult to prevent or create fool proof systems where spills cannot occur. The occurrences can be minimized or made nil by taking periodic assessments of the safety of machines and various pipes and flow channels. It is also required to impart proper training to the working personnel so that they will take measures to prevent the spillage…

Mike Wilson | November 19, 2012 | Safety Products | Safety, Spill Cleanup, Workplace Safety

Where is the Lean Manufacturing Case Study?

On the A Lean Journey blog, Tim McMahon offered up the reins to Lean Six Sigma writer, Kathryn Thompson, about a case study in lean manufacturing and six sigma. Inappropriately titled “The Successes of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: A Case Study,” Thompson’s post is sparse on details and any data backing up the claim that Midlake Products is a decent model for lean and six sigma.…

Mike Wilson | November 16, 2012 | Lean | Continuous Improvement, Lean, Lean Manufacturing

How to introduce 5S concept in the work environment?

As a concept, 5S is intended to produce the best results in any given work environment. This includes things like productivity and wasted time, the happiness and safety of employees, and of course the overall profitability of your business. The S’s themselves stand for sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain. Unfortunately, 5S and other lean concepts are often implemented in an inefficient manner, which is…

Mike Wilson | November 15, 2012 | 5S | 5S, Facility Efficiency, Labeling, Lean Manufacturing, Organized Workplace, Tool Organization

Safety measures in Industries

Safety measures are taken in industries to prevent accidents and to improve the productivity. Safety measures are essential for the welfare of the people working in the industry and for the overall benefit of the organization. By incorporating safety measures at various levels, the awareness on safety will improve. It is possible to prevent accidents. It is possible to handle emergencies in a better way. There will…

Mike Wilson | November 14, 2012 | Safety Solutions | Workplace Safety

Lean Supplies Chain Management for Companies

Lean systems are meant for producing the best products and services with little or no wastage of various kinds of resources. Lean supply chain management purports to create a well designed supply chain management system where all the resources are effectively utilized. The people, processes, technologies and suppliers will be optimized at the beginning of the implementation and it will be an ongoing process. The best of…

Mike Wilson | November 13, 2012 | Lean | Continuous Improvement, Lean