Plant Maintenance


Use Good Practices Throughout Your Facility

Good housekeeping helps you comply with seven OSHA regulations.

'Thermographic Windows' Article Misinformed

There really isn't any such thing as an Arc Resistant infrared window.

One of the major avenues for the entry of contaminants into a facility is through the gaps between the dock leveler and the dock walls.

The Bug Stops Here

Plugging the points of entry against infiltrating contaminants helps food facilities ensure a safer product.

The system will go through all relevant configurations; therefore, all relevant scenarios will be explored.

Detecting and Containing Arc Flash Incidents

Power analytics software calculates potential arc flash threats in real time, recommending appropriate safety procedures and PPE needed to work in the vicinity.

OSHA gave an October 2010 date to complete analyzing comments submitted in 2008 about a proposed confined spaces rule for the construction industry.

Here's Your Sign to Make Changes

Good intentions aside, make sure your shop has a plan of action for correct and appropriate safety signs and signals for various uses.

Every program needs five main elements it is not only OSHA compliant, but remains effective and efficient.

How to Make Your LOTO Program Pay You Back

Many businesses think they are compliant, when in fact they are not. The number one most commonly cited part of the lockout/tagout regulation is lack of machine-specific procedures.

Incoming Chairman Takes Aim at IST

U.S. Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., reportedly promised to remove any requirement that CFATS-covered facilities use inherently safer technologies once he becomes chairman of the Homeland Security Committee in January.

EPA Issues New GHG Permitting Guidelines

Starting Jan. 2, 2011, industries that are large emitters of GHGs, and are planning to build new facilities or make major modifications to existing ones, will work with permitting authorities to identify and implement BACT to minimize their GHGs.



Changes likely to be made in the 2012 Editio, include HRC2 and arc rating requirements.

Dec. 15 Webinar: Get Ready for the 2012 NFPA 70E

In this webinar, e-Hazard.com's Hugh Hoagland and three other experts will discuss best practices for companies and will explain how they can comply with the new edition before it is published in October 2011.

Deputy Assistant Secretary Jordan Barab indicated OSHA is concerned because inspectors found many violations.

OSHA Increasing Emphasis on Chemicals, Refineries

Deputy Assistant Secretary Jordan Barab updated attendees of the 2010 Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center International Symposium about the two National Emphasis Programs, including the Chemical pilot NEP.

DOE Withholds $3 Million from Contractor for Safety Violations

The Oct. 7 letter from the Office of Health, Safety and Security's acting enforcement chief to Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC said SRNS "had extensive deficiencies" in hazard assessment and its electrical safety program.

Worker's Death at Paper Mill in Niagara Falls Leads to $75K in Fines

The worker was crushed when he became caught between a fixed metal barrier and a large paper roll that was moving on a conveyor. OSHA identified other hazardous conditions that were not related to the fatality; those resulted in two repeat and two serious citations.

EPA and ExxonMobil Settle Case for Closure of Illegal Acid Waste Impoundments

EPA and ExxonMobil agreed to settle a case involving more than one billion gallons of illegally stored hazardous waste at the Agrifos Fertilizer site in Pasadena, Texas.

The Value of Thermography Windows

Infrared imaging technology helps to improve electricians' on-the-job safety.

"Under these new rules," said Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, "operators will need to comply with tougher requirements for everything from well design and cementing practices to blowout preventers and employee training."

Interior Secretary Announces New Drilling Rules

They're the Drilling Safety Rule and the Workplace Safety Rule. The latter applies to all offshore oil and gas operations in federal waters and will require each operator to develop and follow a 13-point Safety and Environmental Management System.

ICC Offers Free Download of Energy Code

According to DOE, the 2009 IECC now available will produce approximately 15 percent in residential energy efficiency gains compared to the 2006 edition.

Fruit Processing Plant to Pay $106,000 for Failing to Report Ammonia Release

According to case documents, EPA alleges that Tree Top failed to immediately notify emergency response authorities after the ammonia release occurred and also failed to submit the required reporting documents.

$466,400 Fine for Hazardous Dust Exposure, Inadequate PPE

"Even with employees covered head to toe in dust, the company still failed to provide breathing protection and other controls," said Assistant Secretary Dr. David Michaels.

Poultry Processing Plant Slapped with Penalties for Repeat Hazards

OSHA began its inspection in March after receiving a complaint concerning ammonia odors, trip and struck-by hazards, cuts, and stabbing injuries. The investigation was expanded to all areas of the facility when inspectors observed a high number of safety hazards.

CVS Pharmacy Fined $89,000 for Hazards in Connecticut

A single citation for obstructed exit routes alone amounted to $70,000 because the company was cited for similar conditions at other locations three years ago, making it a recurring hazard.

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