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Here’s the answer. Manifest procedures for shipments of containers that do not meet the EPA definition of “empty” (as defined in 40 CFR 261.7) are addressed in the federal regulations at 40 CFR 263.21(b) and 40 CFR 264/265.72. Container residues, which are residues that exceed the quantity limitations for an “empty container,” are considered a […]
Check out some innovations in PPE and other safety equipment from 3M Company, designed to boost safety protection in the workplace and at the worksite. Along with management commitment and employee involvement, there’s another essential factor in keeping your workplace safe—stuff. The devices and equipment designed to protect employees from harm play a big role […]
A recent recommendation to ban all cell phone use while driving has many employers wondering about what they should do when employees drive on the job. In a move that surprised many, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently urged states to ban all drivers from using cellular technology—including hands-free and Bluetooth sets. The board […]
Asbestos can still be a hazard in many workplaces, so you still need to train your workers on this material. In fact, OSHA’s asbestos standard (29 CFR 1910.1001) requires employers to inform employees who might be exposed to asbestos about the hazards and necessary precautions to prevent exposure. Although no specific training points are identified […]
What stands in the way of a safer, healthier workplace? Supervisors and employees have identified these major obstacles. Supervisors who have participated in OSHA workshops identify these obstacles to workplace safety: Fear of losing my job No money for needed changes Risk in spending money for safety "What’s in it for me" attitude Many people […]
Looking for improvements in your safety programs? Who isn’t? Here’s a synopsis of OSHA’s strategic map for change and continuous improvement. Obtain top management commitment. Top managers must be on board. If they are not, safety and health will compete against core business issues such as production and profitability, a battle that will almost always […]
Safety committees differ from industry to industry and workplace to workplace. But certain characteristics are common for success At a minimum, a safety committee should perform four critical functions for your organization: 1. Analyze accident investigation reports and determine root causes. The committee is not the judge and jury on accident investigation, but it does […]
Safety committees are a boon to the workplace—if they’re properly established and managed. How do you implement a safety committee that works for you and not against you? How do you create a committee that works to your advantage without generating more complaints rather than solving problems? To lay the foundation for a successful safety […]