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What does industry-standards mean? Industry standards are documents that determine technical or procedural specifications. They maximize the reliability of products or services in specific industries. They establish what is acceptable both globally and domestically. They provide a function of the value of standard sizes and…
Read MoreDid you know…? Waste antifreeze may contain heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, and chromium at levels high enough to make it a regulated hazardous waste. A study by the American Society of Testing and Materials determined that approximately 40% of used antifreeze should be…
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WARNING! Workers loading, operating, or working near baling or compacting equipment are at risk of serious injury or death. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is responsible for making recommendations for preventing work-related illness and injuries. Balers and compactor are used in…
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Batteries are common devices used as a source of electrical power. There are two types of batteries: primary and secondary. Primary batteries are considered “single-use” or disposable and cannot be recharged. These include alkaline batteries and zinc-carbon batteries. A secondary battery is a rechargeable battery.…
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The purpose of a safety team or the “Safety Squad” is to assist management in providing a safe workplace. The safety team should include supervisors, managers, and workers. It’s ideal to have a diverse representation from the company’s entire workforce. Employees should be encouraged to…
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How would you exit from your workplace during an emergency? In most cases, OSHA mandates there to be at least two emergency exit routes from every building. OSHA defines an emergency exit as “a continuous and unobstructed path of exit travel from any point within…
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Many industries require hot work as part of routine work activities. “Hot work” refers to any work requiring open flames, applying heat or friction, or generating heat or sparks. Hot work can create hazardous conditions that may pose a risk to workers. Flying sparks are…
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Good leaders take responsibility and accountability for business operations. They approach work positively and do what is necessary for the good of the company. They possess skills and qualities that include motivation, creativity, listening, and communication. They have the ability to motivate a group of…
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Safety is defined as “a state of being protected from potential harm or something that has been designed to protect and prevent harm.” It’s the company’s responsibility to provide a safe working environment for its employees. Ensuring safety begins with establishing and implementing a company…
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The generation born between 1946 and 1964, approximately 76 million people in the United States, are known as the “Baby Boomer” generation. Nationwide, more than 10,000 people turn 65 years old every day. This group of Baby Boomers, between the ages of 57 and 75,…
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