Confined space - Articles - Page 7

The advantages of a construction work plan

July 25, 2017

Skanska’s Construction Work Plan tool (CWP) is a Windows-based excel spreadsheet that enables efficient, effective, and consistent planning for construction work activities. The tool has been used by thousands of Skanska team members all over the country. The CWP marries safety planning with lean methodologies.

After 60 citations in 6 years, NJ workplace still unsafe

July 24, 2017

A Camden County, New Jersey aluminum manufacturing company with a long history of noncompliance with OSHA standards has once again been cited by the agency – this time for 51 safety and health violations, with proposed penalties of $1,922,895.

Confined space rescue requires speed & dedication

Are you just checking the box?

Ross Chapman

July 7, 2017

Trying to decide if you need an on-site rescue team for your confined space work? What does the law say? OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910.146 outlines several requirements of a rescue team that include: proficiency with skills, equipment, CPR/first-aid certification, etc.

New factsheet explains hazards associated with shipyard spray painting

June 19, 2017

Exposure to hazardous substances and at risk for injury from fires and explosions are the primary dangers faced by workers involved with the construction and maintenance of marine vessels who conduct spray painting.

From Safety 2017

Standout sessions

Benita Mehta

June 16, 2017

While all sessions at Safety 2017 are sure to be interesting and educational, there are some standouts in the schedule, which should not be missed.

Drainage shaft accident kills worker

Confined space procedures not followed

May 18, 2017

Cal/OSHA has cited two companies $352,570 for multiple workplace safety and health violations, including ten serious and three willful category violations, following an incident in which a worker lowered into a 50-foot drainage shaft fell to his death. Neither D&D Construction Specialties, Inc. nor Tyler Development, Inc. followed permit required confined space procedures to work in confined spaces.

Development of a Confined Space Risk Analysis and Work Categorization Tool

April 3, 2017

The IRSST just published a new research report those purpose is to contribute to confined space accident prevention by helping companies apply existing regulations. Researchers wanted to gain a better understanding of confined space risk management and identify issues based on the literature and field observations, and develop a confined space risk analysis and work categorization tool that meets the needs defined in the first stage of the project.

Make your confined space training healthy & robust

Demonstrate classroom learning in the field

Chris Irwin

March 7, 2017

When it comes to confined space training, most workers who participate in entry teams have likely been through a class where they have been taught their specific roles and responsibilities under the General Industry 1910.146 or Construction 1926.1200 regulations.

Essentials to comply with OSHA’s Confined Spaces in Construction Standard

David Mayfield

March 1, 2017

All parties involved in confined space work must employ a safety-first mentality. That means utilizing a mix of proper preparation techniques, putting these practices into action and ensuring the right people are in position.