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OSHA on August 5 cited three construction companies and 14
site contractors for 371 alleged workplace safety violations and
proposed $16.6 million dollars in penalties following an investigation
into the causes of February's deadly natural gas explosion at the Kleen
Energy Systems LLC power plant construction site in Middletown, Conn.,
that took the lives of six workers and injured 50 others.
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When asked about the current state of workplace safety, EHS
professionals responded in droves - but didn't always
agree.
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An employee who had been facing a disciplinary hearing at a
beer distribution warehouse in Manchester, Conn., allegedly opened fire
the morning of Aug. 3 and killed eight people and wounded others before
turning the gun on himself.
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On July 29, a House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee held the
first hearing on legislation to overhaul the 34-year-old Toxic
Substances Control Act. While the new legislation, The Toxic Chemicals
Safety Act (H.R. 5820), received strong support from environmental and
public health advocates, a representative from a chemical manufacturer
society warned that the bill could negatively impact
industry.
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On Aug. 4, OSHA Administrator David Michaels announced that
the agency will send letters to approximately 3,300 employers involved
in grain handling and storage to warn them not to allow workers to enter
grain storage facilities without proper equipment, precautions and
training. This move comes on the heels of the agency issuing $721,000 in
fines against a Wisconsin grain cooperative after a worker was engulfed
in frozen soybeans.
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Over the past 15 years, the evolution in regulations, codes
and standards, as well as basic understanding of the arc hazard, has
elevated the importance and priority of managing and mitigating this
hazard in the workplace.
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MARTego
Smart Knife
The MARTego is the latest innovation in Martor's Smart Knife range. Its
squeeze lever and ergonomic design make it ideal for repetitive tasks.
Due to its unique blade rotation mechanism, it can be used to more
effectively cut thin materials vs earlier Smart Knife designs. Tool free
blade change. Martor USA --- Read
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Tangle-free, fatigue-free padded harness
Comfort padding fits all body contours, makes donning a breeze. Fits
both men and women from 90–310 lbs. Open cell foam padding weeps
away sweat in high humidity. Workers are cool, dry and productive, all
day. The new Rite-On II harness from North by Honeywell. --- Read
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NEW
JACKSON SAFETY* G80 NITRILE CHEMICAL RESISTANT GLOVES
The new and improved JACKSON SAFETY* G80 Nitrile Chemical Resistant
Gloves give you the protection you need for handling hazardous
chemicals, plus the comfort you want. Product, quality and packaging
improvements mean enhanced chemical resistance, improved durability and
comfort, as well as more environmentally responsible packaging.
Kimberly-Clark Professional --- Read More
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Pivot™180 – the Oscillation Sensation!
Pivot
180 generates airflow 100 feet out, enveloping a 180 degree arc from
side to side – a coverage area of an impressive 12,000 square
feet. Pivot 180 installs on a column or other vertical
structure proving the perfect air movement solution for areas with
ceiling obstructions or tight spaces. Big Ass Fans
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PH Series Hoist
The new American made PH series hoist features a primary double-function
braking system as well as a secondary centrifugal "overspeed" brake for
redundancy. Pair with an LG5A for complete protection. T.A. Pelsue
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Welcome to the Martor USA Utility Knife Safety Pop
Quiz Challenge!
1. Once engaged in the material being cut, when does the blade retract
on Martor's Smart Knives?
a) Only after you have removed your thumb from the slider
b) In the middle of the cut
c) As soon as the blade loses contact with the material
d) Never it stays out all of the time
2. Which tool should be used to change the blade on Martor Smart Knives?
a) Screw driver
b) Hammer
c) Proprietary tool provided by Martor
d) None, all of our Smart Knives feature tool free blade change
Take the full quiz now
Online Training:
Build a world-class safety operation
When you attend this executive online training on Tuesday, Aug. 10,
you'll learn how you can put Milliken's proven safety process to work
for your company. Through numerous real-world Milliken situations, you
will be able to understand the fundamental beliefs and strategies behind
a successful world-class safety operation. Using the Milliken Safety Way
as a benchmark, you will learn:
About the role and responsibilities of leadership in the safety
process, and ways to obtain that commitment
How to create a team charter and the importance of reviewing that
with on-site management
How to create, train, and educate sub-committees based on your
particular environment and needs
What is meant by a safety "system" and employee involvement: the
behavior, the training, the synergy and consensus that is needed
The importance of safety in the decision making process
Some of the steps to sustain this system and how to keep driving
continuous improvement
CLICK HERE to learn more.
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