Sep 22, 2011
The Chicago Sun-Times is reporting that a Chicago police officer died from lung disease caused by “inhalation of noxious fumes.” The fumes… Read more
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Sep 8, 2011
An MSDS or material safety data sheet is the backbone of a compliant hazardous chemical management system. Unfortunately, MSDSs rarely… Read more
Sep 1, 2011
OSHA issued a hazard alert this week regarding dangers related to incorrectly built circuit breakers. According to the press release, certain Eaton/Cutler-Hammer… Read more
Aug 25, 2011
All types of workers — farmers, painters, mill workers and lab technicians alike — may be at risk for inhaling hazardous, contaminated… Read more
Jun 9, 2011
In 2010, OSHA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics recorded over 18.5 million workers aged 16 – 24 in the month… Read more
Jun 7, 2011
OSHA announced a new partnership with the Ford Motor Company this month to reduce and prevent occupational fatalities, injuries and illnesses… Read more
Jun 3, 2011
With a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) targeting the primary metals industry (dealing with the extraction of metals from rock) OSHA… Read more
Mar 24, 2011
OSHA, the EPA, DOT and other agencies have a lot to tell us about how to create safe working… Read more
Dec 16, 2010
WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and it is the national hazard communication standard for Canada. The system is designed… Read more
Dec 9, 2010
Fire safety is an important consideration 24/7, 365 days year; nevertheless, the winter months and the holiday season warrant special considerations. As… Read more