Fire Safety

Brewery Safety

Craft beer has become a multi-billion-dollar industry, and new breweries are being built all the time. When most people think about this industry, they only look at the end product. The brewing process, however, can actually be quite dangerous if proper care isn’t taken. Just because a brewery is a fun and exciting place to work, doesn’t mean safety shouldn’t come first. Read through some of the…

Tony Ferraro | February 26, 2018 | Safety Solutions | Facility Marking, Fire Safety, Labeling, Pipe Marking, Safety, Workplace Safety

International Fire Code

Currently adopted by 42 US states, as well as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the District of Columbia, the International Fire Code seeks to establish minimum standards for fire prevention and fire protection systems, while unifying and simplifying the numerous model fire code standards available into a single, comprehensive code. Or, in the words of the International Code Council, “The provisions of the provide protection…

CSS Editorial Staff | October 12, 2017 | Safety Solutions | Fire Safety, Regulations & Compliance, Safety

5 Common Office Injuries That You Can Avoid

Millions of people today work in an office environment, and believe that they are completely safe. While there is no doubt that the hazards of an office job are far fewer, and typically less severe, than those in many other industries, workplace safety should still be a priority. The following five office injuries impact people every day, and can have a serious impact on their life both…

Tony Ferraro | August 2, 2017 | Safety Solutions | Fire Safety, Safety, Workplace Safety

15 Epic Safety Fails & How to Avoid Them

Workplace safety is extremely important and it’s something most people reading this page think about on a regular basis. Those who work in this industry often get to a point where they don’t see very many egregious safety failures because companies that employ safety managers typically have at least some standards in place. Every day throughout the world, however, people make incredibly dangerous (and alright, we’ll say…

Tony Ferraro | May 8, 2017 | Safety Solutions | Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Forklift Safety, Ladder Safety, Lockout Tagout, OSHA, Safety, Workplace Safety

106th Anniversary of Factory Fire that Prompted Workplace Safety Movement Recognized by ASSE

On March 25, 1911 the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in lower Manhattan caught fire, and 146 workers died while attempting to escape the burning building. This tragedy is recognized as the event that really started the workplace safety movement, and the ASSE is officially recognizing this important event. It was discovered after this event that fire exit doors in the building were locked, and other escape doors were…

Tony Ferraro | April 4, 2017 | Industry News | Fire Safety, Healthcare, Safety, Workplace Safety

It’s Pipe Marking Season! Get All Your Pipe Marking Resources in One Place

Now that spring has arrived and everything is thawing out, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your facility’s pipe labels. Maybe your labels took a beating over the winter and could use some cleaning. Maybe they’ve been in place for many years and are starting to look worn. Maybe you just haven’t thought about them in a while. When the weather improves, it’s a good time…

CSS Editorial Staff | April 3, 2017 | Industry News | Ammonia Pipe Marking, Facility Marking, Fire Safety, Labeling, OSHA, Pipe Marking, Regulations & Compliance, Safety

Safety Signs – OSHA’s Standards and Specifications

Reviewing Safety Signs Standards and Specifications Safety signs are one of the simplest, yet most effective safety improvement options you can use for your facility. These signs are affordable, easy to get and can convey almost any message you need quickly and easily. They fall in the category of ‘visual communication’ as well, which is very important for many facilities. If you are looking to begin using…

Tony Ferraro | October 7, 2015 | Safety Products | Fire Safety, OSHA, Regulations & Compliance, Safety, Safety Signs

HAZWOPER Analysis – 5 Important Steps

The term HAZWOPER stands for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard, and is a set of standards created by OSHA. These standards are specifically applicable to five groups of employers/employees according to OSHA, but they can also be used by many other facilities looking to improve their hazardous waste safety. The five specific groups that these standards are required for are as follows (pulled directly from…

Tony Ferraro | February 2, 2015 | Safety Solutions | Fire Safety, HAZWOPER, OSHA, Regulations & Compliance, Safety, Safety Signs, Spill Cleanup

Wind Turbine safety – Top 5 Hazards

Close Look at Wind Turbine Safety With the rapid growth of wind turbines as a clean source of power throughout the country and around the world, thousands of people are being employed to install and maintain these giant electricity generators. While these are often great jobs, they can also be quite dangerous, which is why all companies in this industry need to take a close look at…

Tony Ferraro | January 19, 2015 | Safety Solutions | Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Safety

Flammable Liquids Safety – The Five Basics You need to Know

Keeping Your Employees Safe from Flammable Liquids When working in a facility where flammable liquids are present, it is essential that you take safety seriously. Having a well thought out flammable liquids safety strategy in place that everyone is aware of can help to prevent major accidents. Facilities that use this type of thing typically use it in large quantities, which means that if there is any…

Tony Ferraro | December 5, 2014 | Safety Solutions | Fire Safety, OSHA, Safety, Workplace Safety

Arc Flash Dangers – The 6 Deadliest

How to Avoid Arc Flash Dangers Just about everyone has witnessed a spark coming from an electrical outlet or other device, and most have even experienced the feeling of one of these sparks on their hands or other parts of the body. While these tiny sparks are mostly harmless, they can still hurt quite a bit and surprise you if you come in contact with them. Imagine…

Tony Ferraro | October 27, 2014 | Safety Solutions | Arc Flash, Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Labeling, Regulations & Compliance, Safety

Ten Safety Tips in the Office that take Ten Minutes or Less

Is Your Office Safe? For the most part, working in an office environment is one of the safest types of jobs available. You don’t typically need to worry about falling objects or getting hit by an indoor vehicle. The fact is, however, that there are still risks present that everyone should be aware of. Fortunately, many of these risks can be minimized or eliminated quite quickly and…

Tony Ferraro | October 9, 2014 | Safety Solutions | Facility Marking, Fire Safety, Safety, Safety Signs, Wire Marking, Workplace Safety

7 Tips for Safely Responding to Chemical Spills in the Workplace

Chemical Spills in the Workplace When it comes to safety hazards in the workplace, there are few things that are as scary or serious as a chemical spill. Whether it is a small spill or something bigger, they can all be extremely dangerous to the people working in the facility as well as any products or equipment that they come in contact with. The best way to…

Tony Ferraro | September 24, 2014 | Safety Solutions | Emergency Evacuation, Fire Safety, OSHA, Safety, Spill Cleanup, Workplace Safety

10 Items for Your Safety Hazards Checklist

Get Started with a Safety Hazards Checklist Keeping a facility safe is extremely important, and as a safety manager or other leader in the facility it is often going to be your responsibility to ensure there are no unnecessary hazards. One of the best ways to do this is to make a safety hazards checklist that you can use to make sure nothing is overlooked during inspections…

Tony Ferraro | September 8, 2014 | Safety Solutions | Electrical Safety, Facility Marking, Fire Safety, Labeling, Lockout Tagout, Safety, Safety Signs

10 Tips to Improve Mine Health & Safety

Every workplace has some types of health and safety hazards that people need to be aware of. When it comes to the mining industry, however, there are significantly more hazards to be concerned with. To make matters worse, the hazards in this industry are often far more dangerous than they are in most other workplaces. According to Mine Safety and Health Administration, “Safety and health in America’s…

Tony Ferraro | September 4, 2014 | Safety Solutions | Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Mining Safety, Safety, Safety Signs, Workplace Safety