Avoid Fatalities and Injuries in the Oil and Gas Industry

The fatality rate for oil and gas workers is seven times higher than other industries, according to the CDC.

Features to Look for in a Temporary Construction Site Fire Alarm System

It makes good sense to have an adaptable, durable, highly functional alert system in place from the first phase of construction to the last.

The “Secret of the Century”: Many Oil-and-Gas Workers Handle Radioactive Materials Every Day

The oil-and-gas industry produces almost a trillion gallons of toxic waste a year—and a new investigation shows that this radioactive waste could be the cause of workers and communities getting very sick across America.

Two People Killed in a Houston Plant Explosion

On Friday, Jan. 24, a manufacturing business exploded, damaging surrounding buildings and homes. An investigation is underway.

Employees Exposed to Lead, Copper, and Other Hazards in a Manufacturing Facility

OSHA cited a Wisconsin manufacturer for exposing employees to high rates of lead and copper dust. The company is facing $171,628 in penalties.

Where are the Officers? OHS Officers Absent at Canadian Refinery Lockout

Since the lockout at a Co-op refinery began on Dec. 5, the provincial labour ministry has not received any reports of injuries or dangerous occurrences. Yet, OHS officers have not visited the Regina refinery since the lockout began.

PIG® Quick Deploy Leak Diverter Kit

New Pig recently introduced the PIG® Quick Deploy Leak Diverter Kit for quick response to roof and pipe leaks before they damage inventory, machinery, or create slip hazards. Complete with a discharge hose and fittings, the Quick Deploy Leak Diverter can be deployed by simply hooking the handle over a pipe or ceiling truss. Pinched corners help funnel liquid toward the center of the Diverter for better drainage, and the included PVC drain hose channels captured liquid to a collection container, drain, or other containment device.

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Building a Business Continuity Plan for Your Workplace

An essential part of your overall workplace emergency plan, business continuity planning is a process that supports managing the response to impacts on your business from potential risks.

Wisconsin Creamery Combats Dusty Whey Powder

Ellsworth Co-op Creamery (Ellsworth, WI) processes 1.3 million pounds of milk a day along with fine and dusty whey powder that settles on the floor, ceilings, and machinery.

Choosing the Best Equipment Rental Company

Renting equipment instead of spending large amounts of capital to own the same thing is often justified by today’s tighter budgets, reduced workforce and wide variety of projects. There is a measurement tool available that can provide an accurate and quick way for customers to objectively evaluate and compare the abilities of different equipment rental companies.

AAA Attraction Inspections: From Thrills to Chills

Tag along as a AAA inspector sets out on a mission to find interesting, enjoyable and worthwhile things to see and see and do. Experience environments from museums and zoos to theme parks and zip lines. Learn what make an attraction fun and games — and what doesn't. Discover the attributes that qualify some attractions for the AAA GEM designation, indicating a Great Experience for Members.

BP Alaska: UAV Pilot Testing

In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, BP conducted pilot testing of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology to enhance pipeline inspection and safety. Equipped with high-resolution cameras, the Aeryon Scout provides visual inspections of equipment, helping crews assess and respond to maintenance needs. The small rotor-wing aircraft is flown from a hand-held tablet computer. BP Alaska conducted the trials in cooperation with the University of Alaska Fairbanks in fall 2012.

NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace

Paul Dunphy, electrical inspector/compliance coordinator in the Engineering and Utilities Division of Harvard University, discusses the NFPA 70E standard and his work with departments of the cities of Boston and Cambridge. More than 40 electricians work on the Harvard campus, and 70E is very important to how they work and work safely, he says, as he discusses recordkeeping, training, and the introduction of new technologies.