OSHA
Flammable Liquids: Proceed with Caution
Flammable liquids are just what the name implies, they are flammable and can be easily set on fire. In our homes, there are many different flammable liquids or substances. From a gasoline filled storage can in the garage to a bottle of oven cleaner resting in a cupboard, these substance can pose real fire hazards…
Tony Ferraro | October 28, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Fire Safety, OSHA, Safety
OSHA’s Upcoming Standard’s for ANSI Z535 Safety Signs
OSHA is on the forefront of unveiling a new set of ANSI Z535 safety sign designs to be used in workplaces across the country. They have a distinct look, and it’s notably different than the old, widely recognized traditional signs. For starters, the new signs are a bit more complex. However, this allows them to…
Tony Ferraro | October 15, 2013 | Safety Products | ANSI, OSHA, Safety, Safety Signs, Safety Standards, Workplace Safety
Floor Tape Color Meaning: Three Things You Should Know
So you’re searching for the best floor tape for your workplace? The options seem virtually limitless, however, when it comes to floor tape color there are a multitude of ways to approach the topic. In order to make the best choice possible to meet your needs, here are a few tips that can help you…
Tony Ferraro | October 11, 2013 | Floor Marking | Facility Marking, Floor Marking, OSHA, Safety, Workplace Safety
Changes Ahead: OSHA’s GHS HazCom Standard
Changes are always occurring around us, if processes or practices sit idle for too long they become outdated and less efficient while everything else continues to improve. OSHA’s GHS HazCom Standard is no exception to this rule. The OSHA HazCom Standard is in place to protect employees from exposure to hazardous chemicals through the use…
Tony Ferraro | August 15, 2013 | Safety Solutions | GHS, Hazcom, Labeling, OSHA, Regulations & Compliance, Safety
Top OSHA Fines: Construction
There are many hazards in the field of construction. Many of the hazards are due to the dangerous equipment that is often utilized, but there are also many hazards associated with the job site itself. Construction sites usually feature many different jobs all happening at once, from framing to plumbing to electrical work and beyond.…
Tony Ferraro | August 14, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Construction Safety, OSHA
Eyewash Stations are a MUST!
One of the most common injuries plaguing nearly any industrial business is the eye injury. The human eye is susceptible to damage from a variety of different sources, however, most eye injuries stem from exposure to chemicals, paints, solvents, allergens, sawdust, laboratory materials, etc. However, it is important to remember that nearly ninety percent of…
Tony Ferraro | August 5, 2013 | Safety Products | ANSI, Eyewash Stations, OSHA, Regulations & Compliance, Safety, Workplace Safety
OSHA’s Influence in Healthcare
We all know that OSHA is one of the top advocates for the health and safety of employees while on job. OSHA has set countless safety standards regarding everything from arc flash hazards to fall protection to safety signage. However, could there be a loophole in OSHA’s safety coverage? Some people say yes. A new…
Tony Ferraro | August 1, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Healthcare, Healthcare Safety, OSHA
OSHA Compliance Counts – Auto Industry
OSHA is known for their great dedication towards employee health and safety. In fact, if it wasn’t for OSHA’s safety standards and guidelines, many workplaces would be quite a bit more hazardous than they currently are. Anyhow, OSHA makes it a regular practice to visit businesses in order to make sure they are indeed in…
Tony Ferraro | July 22, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Fire Safety, Forklift Safety, Labeling, OSHA, OSHA Compliance, Regulations & Compliance, Safety, Workplace Safety
OHSA: Stay Safe in Hot Weather
Its summertime, the birds are chirping, the skies are blue, and the heat index is at nearly 100 degrees! WHAT? Yes, it is summertime. Summer is known for bringing beautiful sunny days chalked full of outdoor activities. However, summer is also notorious for bringing on sweltering hot weather conditions that even make going out to…
Tony Ferraro | July 19, 2013 | Safety Solutions | OSHA, Workplace Safety
OSHA Helps Reduce Workplace Fatalities
For many of us going to work each day is just a simple part of reality. We work to provide the necessities needed for ourselves and our families, however, not all jobs are entirely safe. In fact, many jobs harbor the possibility for adverse health effects or risks for bodily injury. It is a scary…
Tony Ferraro | July 9, 2013 | Safety Solutions | OSHA, Workplace Safety
Make Lockout/Tagout Programs Effective
Effective lockout/tagout programs are possible if certain criteria are met. Missing just one step of OSHA’s LOTO program could place employees in real danger risking either severe bodily harm or even death. Just imagine working on a piece of hazardous equipment and someone unknowingly starts the equipment while you are directly under the point of…
Tony Ferraro | July 5, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Lockout Tagout, OSHA, Regulations & Compliance, Safety
Lockout/Tagout – How to Ensure Safety and Avoid Citations
Believe it or not it is fairly easy to avoid citations regarding lockout/tagout or LOTO procedures. However, despite the simplistic nature of enacting and following an effective LOTO plan, an estimated 50,000 injuries and 120 fatalities are reported each year. This is simply unacceptable. There is some sort of glitch in the system with so…
Tony Ferraro | July 3, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Lockout Tagout, OSHA, Safety, Valve Tag
LOTO : The Supervisor’s Role
A supervisor is a person who works for a business and is trusted by the employer to oversee certain activities within the business as well as to enforce compliance upon specific issues. Supervisors are an essential component to any business in that they usually there to help and provide guidance to the employees who report…
Tony Ferraro | July 2, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Lockout Tagout, OSHA, Regulations & Compliance, Safety
Hazard Harmony Between OSHA, NFPA, and HMIS
Three big players in the field of safety include OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), and the HMIS (Hazardous Materials Identification System). All three organizations aim to provide certain levels of protection to employees and people regarding safety and health hazards. However, OHSA has done some recent revisions to…
Tony Ferraro | June 21, 2013 | Safety Solutions | Fire Safety, Hazcom, HMIS, Labeling, NFPA, OSHA, Regulations & Compliance, Safety, Workplace Safety
OSHA Safety Plan
The safety of employee’s remains one of the top priorities of many businesses. Without clearly defined safety guidelines, the health and wellbeing of employees is at risk. In order to ensure that employers provide the protection necessary, OSHA provides the guidelines needed to develop a safety plan. Many states have enacted their own rules for…
Tony Ferraro | June 12, 2013 | Safety Solutions | OSHA, Workplace Safety