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What Is an ANSI 107 Class 2 High Visibility Vest?
In 1999, the International Safety Equipment Association created the ANSI/ISEA 107 standard dictating that American workers always wear high-visibility apparel, such as a Class 2 vest, while working.
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NFPA Placards Requirements
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) addresses the issue of safely storing hazardous materials by standardizing identification of the specific material as well as its flammability,...
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Full Body Harness Instructions
A full body harness can keep all body parts safe when you are working at dangerous heights by keeping you from falling. There are number of industries where people work at dangerous heights and need a...
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Medical Code of Conduct
The American Medical Association (AMA) provides a model code of conduct for medical staffs to use when developing their own staff bylaws. According to the AMA, these bylaws should be the only means for...
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OSHA Requirements for Dental Offices
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), created by Congress in 1970, develops and regulates workplace safety rules to protect employee health and safety. Aside from displaying an...
View ArticleOSHA & Permissible Dust Levels
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration establishes Permissible Exposure Levels for different types of dust, including grain, silica and lead. All PELs are measured in eight-hour periods that...
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OSHA Standards for Handrails
At least one handrail is required on stairways rising more than 30 inches or that have four or more risers, whichever is less, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)...
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Safety Toolbox Meeting Topics
Safety directors as well as safety committees have the need and responsibility to cover key safety issues with the employees. To meet these needs these safety professionals have a safety toolbox....
View ArticleLaboratory Equipment and Personal Protective Safety
Companies and employees can work together to make laboratories safer. This can include learning how to use laboratory equipment and wearing different types of personal protective equipment. Each...
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Boom Truck Safety
A boom, or bucket, truck has a lift fitted with a bucket for a worker to ride and do maintenance work in high areas. These trucks require strict safety procedures to prevent accidents from occurring.
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Dump Truck Safety
In 2004, the National Highway and Transportation Safety Administration states that 381 serious accidents occurred involving dump trucks and large trucks. These vehicles have to be operated with great...
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NSC Safety and Health Code of Ethics
The National Safety Council (NSC), which was founded in 1913, works to promote healthy living and prevent death and injuries at home, at work and in communities, according to the organization's...
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Auto Workshop Safety
Automotive repair shops use a variety of equipment and chemicals for car-repair work. Mechanics have to have a solid understanding of safe work practices and requirements to protect themselves from...
View ArticleJib Crane Safety
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires certain safety precautions when using any type of crane. These regulations are designed to protect employees and bystanders from harm...
View ArticleOSHA Jib Crane Requirements
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has established certain safety requirements for using cranes, including jib cranes. These requirements minimize the risk of serious injuries...
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How do I Tie a Fire Ladder Lanyard?
The fire ladder lanyard, traditionally used to secure firemen to a ladder during firefighting but also useful for securing any object to another, is made using two knots, a bowline and a clove hitch...
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Respirators & Dust Masks
Dust masks and respirators both provide a measure of protection against dust and debris in the air. A respirator may also protect against smoke and gases. It's important to have the appropriate...
View ArticleNorth Carolina's State Policy for Handicap Ramps
According to the North Carolina Office on the Americans with Disabilities Act website, North Carolina uses the ADA for its regulations regarding employment and wheelchair access requirements.
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Common Construction Hazards
Construction work sites are a buzz of activity. They also are rife with potential hazards. Many construction work site hazards are blamed in work-related accidents. The National Institute for...
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Grounds Maintenance Safety
Grounds maintenance workers can be exposed to a number of hazards while working on the job. These can be from equipment, flying debris and a number of other potential dangers. Awareness of these issues...
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