Industrial Safety & Hygiene News articles from July 2007

Industrial Safety & Hygiene News archives from July 2007

How to choose the right PPE: a thorough compliance plan should include these four steps.
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OSHA's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standard (29 CFR 1910.132 for General Industry) has been in place for more than a decade and remains the primary regulation governing your PPE program. General requirements...

The long and gridlocked road: trials, tribulations & absurdities of today's travel.(comments)(Editorial)
July 1, 2007... I don't know about you, but the world outside my tidy suburban enclave is awful loud and congested these days. Morning rush hour seems to start about 4:30 a.m. and the afternoon crush is underway by 2 p.m. And this is with more folks than ever...

"Car office" threatens driver safety.(news scan)
July 1, 2007... First there was the regular office, then the home office. Now, the car office is potentially becoming a major "workplace" hazard. The cell phone rings, a fax comes in, and you juggle your coffee as you check e-mail, all while driving down...

Accidental death rate rising, could soon pass all-time high.(news scan)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A new study says there's been an upturn in the nation's accidental death rate. According to data released last month as part of National Safety Month, the National Safety Council says that over a ten-year period,...

Is obesity hurting your workplace?(STUDY)
July 1, 2007... There is increasing evidence that obesity and being overweight may be related, in part, to poor working conditions, according to a report on safetyinfo.com. In particular, the risk of obesity may increase in high-demand, low-control work...

BP plant worker killed after accident.(news scan)
July 1, 2007... A contractor working to refurbish a unit at BP's Texas City refinery was accidentally electrocuted June 5, the company said. Richard Liening, 44, a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 527, was employed by...

CSB calls for workplace protections for public employees.(rules & REGS)
July 1, 2007... The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) has urged "governments at all levels to take steps to protect public employees from preventable chemical accidents, including the establishment of programs incorporating mandatory OSHA standards." "It...

Reps propose bills to protect contract workers.(rules & REGS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Two U.S. Congressmen from Texas introduced a pair of bills May 23 that would attempt to put contract workers--like the 14 who lost their lives in the 2005 BP refinery explosion--on equal footing with regular...

OSHA reaches settlement on challenge to HEX chrome standard.(rules & REGS)
July 1, 2007... OSHA signed an agreement in late May with the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM); the Specialty Steel Industry of North America (SSINA); Public Citizen Health Research Group (HRG); and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber,...

OSHA releases new pandemic flu guidance.(rules & REGS)
July 1, 2007... New safety and health guidance from OSHA is designed to help healthcare workers and their employers prepare for a possible influenza pandemic. Pandemic Influenza Preparedness and Response Guidance for Healthcare Workers and Healthcare...

"Coloring" your team (and yourself): a revealing look at personality characteristics.(PSYCHOLOGY of safety)
July 1, 2007... This is the first in a two-part series on the concept of personality colors, taken from Dr. Geller's new book, "Leading People-Based Safety.[TM]" Several years ago, I had one-to-one conversations with top executives of a large Fortune 100...

Update your hearing conservation program: seven key issues to review.(MANAGING BEST: practices)
July 1, 2007... Is your hearing loss prevention program up-to-date? The following are some key points that you should review. 1--PEL or TLV[R]? This past March, the American Industrial Hygiene Association made a formal request to OSHA for the agency...

Overcoming confined space hazards: know how to recognize--and protect against--the dangers.
July 1, 2007... In Kentucky, a police officer and two sewer workers were overcome by gas at the bottom of an underground pumping station while attempting to rescue a third worker. All four were pronounced dead at the scene. At an Oklahoma wastewater...

1 Lift truck.(PRODUCT UPDATE: HEAVY loading equipment)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 254 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Toyota's new line of 8-Series lift trucks provide 3,000-6,500-lb. capacity, internal combustion cushion, pneumatic tire models and advanced ergonomics. The 8-series exceeds 2007 federal EPA emission...

2 Heavy-duty transport case.(PRODUCT UPDATE: HEAVY loading equipment)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 253 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ideal for safely transporting heavy equipment, Pelican's new 1630 Transport Case offers more than 8,250 cubic inches of storage space and features two double-hand side-grips for easy team lifting....

3 Drum handler.(PRODUCT UPDATE: HEAVY loading equipment)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 251 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Liftomatic 4-DCM fork-mounted drum handler is automatic and mechanical, handling from one to four drums in a straight-line configuration. Ideal for loading containers and trucks, the 4-DCM handles...

4 Electrical pallet truck.(PRODUCT UPDATE: HEAVY loading equipment)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 255 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fully powered pallet truck from Vestil offers easy operation, including fingertip raise and lower buttons and simple-to-use throttle for forward and reverse direction. Throttle offers infinite forward...

5 Lift systems.(PRODUCT UPDATE: HEAVY loading equipment)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 252 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The LPI Lift Systems line of Work-Catch Platforms provides adjustable fall protection in manufacturing, maintenance and materials handling applications. Accommodating both workers and materials, the...

6 Material handling system.(PRODUCT UPDATE: HEAVY loading equipment)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 250 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Aero-Planks utilize standard compressed shop air to provide nearly frictionless, omni-directional movement for easily moving and positioning heavy loads. Capable of balancing uneven loads, Aero-Planks...

Wipe out slip & fall injuries at your work site.
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Slips and falls can result in all kinds of serious injuries, including fractures, sprains, head and neck problems, and spinal injuries. These injuries cost employers in more ways than one. A slip or fall injury costs...

Personal gas detection: ensure worker safety with the proper monitor and diligent upkeep.
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Exposure to atmospheric hazards in the workplace is a risk that thousands of employees face every day. Depending on the industry and application, the specific gas hazard is often an identified result of processes or...

11 tips for choosing & using portable gas detectors.
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Safety professionals who use portable gas detectors are rapidly growing in number--they include fire crews, safety managers, law enforcement personnel, HVAC contractors, first responders, environmental consultants...

Work zone visibility: hi-viz garments to protect workers are needed 24/7.
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When it comes to work zone safety, one of the key issues is, "How do you increase the visibility of your work zone personnel?" Between 1997 and 2005, there was a 40 percent increase is work zone fatalities....

Arc flash safety: know which standard you should be using.
July 1, 2007... Most of industry as well as government agencies now are required to comply with OSHA regulations, but some parts of the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) apply only to specific industries. Standards like 1910.269 have specific arc flash...

Glove inserts: guard against skin problems while maintaining hand protection.
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Protective gloves are a major element in virtually any industrial work site's safety program. For many workers, gloves are a part of daily life. In some instances, however, sweat that forms on the surfaces of human...

Construction safety: train the trainer: how to prepare personnel to help train their co-workers.(training STRATEGIES)
July 1, 2007... Typically, safety managers conduct safety training for all employees. However, in this time of lean staffing for construction projects, this method of training is not always feasible. There are too few safety managers and too many construction...

1 Hazmat storage.(PRODUCT UPDATE: Hazmat STORAGE)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 260 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SECURALL[R] buildings and cabinets provide safe and secure storage for hazardous materials and chemicals. Designed and constructed to meet federal, state and local codes, these safety storage devices...

2 Storage tank containment.(PRODUCT UPDATE: Hazmat STORAGE)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 257 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Basco offers a new one-piece polyethylene containment unit for widely used "obround" storage tanks. Available in 275- or 550-gallon sizes, the secondary container stores oils and fuels safely above...

3 Hazardous content cabinets.(PRODUCT UPDATE: Hazmat STORAGE)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 258 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Justrite's Sure-Grip[R]EX Safety Cabinets feature U-Loc[TM] padlockable handle for safely securing hazardous contents. Haz-Alert[TM] reflective labeling provides visibility during power outages or in...

4 Polyethylene drums.(PRODUCT UPDATE: Hazmat STORAGE)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 261 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Polyethylene closed head drums from General Container are lightweight, rugged containers that provide an economical solution for packaging corrosive liquid products. Manufactured from high-density,...

5 Storage for flammables.(PRODUCT UPDATE: Hazmat STORAGE)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 256 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Part of Eagle's flammable storage safety cabinet line, model 1992/9010 is a 90-gallon capacity cabinet constructed of 18-gauge steel and double-walled doors. Vents have 2" threaded fittings and fire...

6 Custom engineered structures.(PRODUCT UPDATE: Hazmat STORAGE)
July 1, 2007... CIRCLE 259 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Custom-designed structures from Safety Storage offer a cost-effective way to isolate a hazardous process, protect outside equipment and add workspace to existing facilities. Features include built-in...

Lockout safety vest.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 262 Designed to improve lockout safety, Viper Safety's patented safety vest offers workers a convenient method for carrying lockout equipment. OSHA-approved, the heavy-duty, high-visibility mesh vest...

Reflective material.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 265 New 3M[TM] Scotchlite[TM] Reflective Material--Series 5500 Comfort Trim is the next generation in a line of reflective products that enhance worker visibility. Unique design of the segmented trim...

Snapper bolt seal.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 264 High Security Snapper[TM] Bolt Seal from Carlton is made of steel, has a pull strength of 4,000 lbs. and is C-TPAT and ISO 17712 compliant. Featuring a bright yellow, highly visible plastic coating,...

Waterfront safety training.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 267 Safety on the Waterfront: Every Choice Counts is an eight-part safety training series from Coastal specifically targeted to those who work at ports and marine terminals. Topics include PPE, preventing...

Synthetic SRL.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 268 DBI-SALA's new Ultra-Lok[R] self retracting lifeline (SRL) with synthetic line provides 50 feet of fall protection housed in a compact, lightweight unit. Weighing just 12 lbs. (5.5 kg), the synthetic...

Metatarsal protection.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 269 Designed and tested to complement steel cap footwear, KangaTuff MetGuard metatarsal protection attaches to the top of the footwear and is secured with existing laces or straps. MetGuard exceeds...

Protective garment.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 270 Featuring DuPont's proprietary Advanced Composite Technology (ACT), the new DuPont[TM] ProShield[R] garment improves worker comfort while providing a barrier against nonhazardous dry particles. Ideal...

Antibacterial lotion.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 271 The Invisible Armor antibacterial lotion kills germs and harmful bacteria on contact, providing up to four hours of germ-fighting skin protection. The moisturizing, water-resistant Invisible Armor...

Safety eyewear.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 272 Featuring a dual-polycarbonate lens, Jackson Safety's new Hellraiser[TM] Safety Spectacle can be used as a sunglass and a safety glass. The stylish eyewear is lightweight and incorporates flex-point...

Protective overboot.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 273 Made with Super Fit construction, the 11095 SF Chem Overboot from North is a durable, low-cost overshoe that protects against chemical spills and WMDs. One-piece molding eliminates possible leaks and...

PIDS for VOCS.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 274 RAE Systems' two new third-generation photo-ionization detector (PID)-based instruments, the MiniRAE 3000 and ppbRAE 3000, are designed for use in industrial settings, environmental monitoring, indoor...

NFL logoed eyewear.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 275 MSA's officially licensed NFL safety glasses are perfect for workers who want to support their favorite team while wearing the necessary eye protection. The NFL team-logoed safety eyewear is made with...

Portable air conditioners.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 276 The new PelAir series of portable air conditioners from Pelsue are designed for improving ventilation in confined spaces. The units provide airflow of greater than 400 CFM. The PelAir15V is a...

Hardhat cooling system.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 277 The New WorkFlow PRO-AIRTM ACAIR3000TM is a microprocessor-controlled, hardhat cooling system. The lightweight unit easily attaches to most hardhats and provides forced ambient air to the wearer...

Gas detection.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 278 Scott's new 7200 Plus Two-Channel Universal Controller is designed for critical multi-point monitoring situations for use in facilities such as water/waste water treatment plants, industrial labs, and...

Facility safety.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 279 Combined together, Column-Core-reinforced SK2000 pallet racks and Steel Guard guardrails from Steel King provide durable, long-lasting protection for warehouse pallet racks, stored goods, equipment and...

Aerosol monitoring.(product NEWS)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle 281 The pDR-1500 is a low-profile, high-performance personal aerosol monitoring instrument designed for a broad range of applications, from site remediation to health effects studies. The unit measures...

AliMed[R] Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of ergonomic and occupational safety products, has added Details, a Steelcase Company, to its 2007 Ergonomics Issue 2 catalog.(BUSINESSES)
July 1, 2007... AliMed[R] Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of ergonomic and occupational safety products, has added Details, a Steelcase Company, to its 2007 Ergonomics Issue 2 catalog. Details offers a wide range of ergonomic work tools, including...

Scott Health & Safety.(BUSINESSES)
July 1, 2007... Scott Health & Safety is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Founded as a small aviation company in Buffalo, N.Y., in 1932, Scott has become a global manufacturer of personal protective equipment. The company is a business unit of Tyco...

3E Company[R], a provider of EHS compliance and information management services, has acquired HSE Systems, the developer of MSDgen, an enterprise solution for authoring and distributing material safety data sheets (MSDS) and labels.(BUSINESSES)
July 1, 2007... 3E Company[R], a provider of EHS compliance and information management services, has acquired HSE Systems, the developer of MSDgen, an enterprise solution for authoring and distributing material safety data sheets (MSDS) and labels. 3E will now...

Having been acquired by The Riverside Company, the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) and Medic First Aid International are now working in tandem to serve the needs of the entire health and safety training certification market.(BUSINESSES)
July 1, 2007... Having been acquired by The Riverside Company, the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) and Medic First Aid International are now working in tandem to serve the needs of the entire health and safety training certification market. Medic...

OCCU-TEC and 360training have announced a collaborative partnership that has resulted in the release of an online EPA Asbestos Inspector Refresher training course (www.occutec.com).(BUSINESSES)
July 1, 2007... OCCU-TEC and 360training have announced a collaborative partnership that has resulted in the release of an online EPA Asbestos Inspector Refresher training course (www.occutec.com). The four-hour course is geared towards asbestos inspectors who...

Medgate Inc.(BUSINESSES)
July 1, 2007... Medgate Inc., a developer of occupational health and safety software, will now provide Web-based software solutions integrated with Oracle[R] Human Capital Management applications, to OHS customers in the areas of occupational medicine,...

Bradley Corp.(MOVES)
July 1, 2007... Bradley Corp., a manufacturer of emergency equipment, has appointed Mike Sipek as chief operating officer of the company. Sipek has over 30 years of experience within the manufacturing industry. In addition, Bradley has promoted Bryan Mullett...

Jackson Safety.(MOVES)
July 1, 2007... Jackson Safety has appointed Thomas Burns as chief executive officer. Burns most recently served as president of Burnes Group, a Texas-based manufacturer and marketer of consumer products, and was formerly president of Katy Industries'...

Shat-R-Shield's GLOW[R] fluorescent lamp was recently awarded the Most Innovative Product and Best New Product.(AWARDS)
July 1, 2007... Shat-R-Shield's GLOW[R] fluorescent lamp was recently awarded the Most Innovative Product and Best New Product by the National Association of Independent Lighting Distributors (NAILD).

Events.(Conference news)(Calendar)
July 1, 2007... july Executive Program in Safety Management, July 15-21, Chicago, IL, American Society of Safety Engineers, (847) 699-2929, www.asse. org Certificate in Safety Management Seminars and Certificate Preparation Workshops, July 15-21,...