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Vortec’s dual hazardous location vortex A/C Gains UL certification

January 25, 2013

The newest of Vortec’s line of HazLoc enclosure coolers, capable of removing heat at up to 5000 BTU/hour, won official UL certification this month. The Vortec Dual HazLoc Vortex A/C model 7570 is innovative in that it effectively cools even very large enclosures through a unique 2-stage cooling process, while conserving compressed air.

Association produces SDS template for retailers

January 24, 2013

The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) has rolled out an initiative designed to streamline the safety data sheet (SDS) process required by law under which chemical information is provided by suppliers to retailers.

GAO report supports science behind black lung rule

January 24, 2013

Research supports an Obama administration plan to reduce coal miners’ exposure to the dust that causes black lung, a much-anticipated Government Accountability Office )GAO) report released this January found. Last December, House Republicans inserted language into an appropriations bill requiring the study. No money could be used to implement a proposed coal mine dust rule until the GAO evaluated the research underpinning it, the rider said.

One fed agency to another: OSHA cites vet medical center for unsafe working conditions

No monetary penalties, though

January 23, 2013

OSHA has issued seven notices of unsafe or unhealthful working conditions found at the Battle Creek Veterans Administration Medical Center, following a safety inspection conducted in July as part of the agency’s Federal Agency Targeting Inspection Program.

MSHA to publish pattern of violations final rule

January 22, 2013

Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis last week announced a final rule to strengthen safety in the nation's most dangerous mines. The rule, which revises the Mine Safety and Health Administration's pattern of violations regulation in 30 Code of Federal Regulations Part 104, has been submitted to the Federal Register for publication.

New HemiPleat eXtreme dust collector filter offers higher efficiency and durability, lower pressure drop

January 22, 2013

A new HemiPleat® eXtreme nano fiber filter from Camfil Farr Air Pollution Control (APC) offers higher filtration efficiencies, greater durability, and better resistance to pulse-cleaning than competitive products.These advantages can extend filter life and reduce operating and energy costs associated with industrial cartridge dust and fume collectors.

CSB: Unsafe practices led to Honolulu fireworks blast that killed five workers

January 18, 2013

The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) said an explosion and fire that killed five workers during a fireworks disposal operation in Hawaii in 2011 resulted from unsafe disposal practices; insufficient safety requirements for government contractor selection and oversight; and an absence of national guidelines, standards, and regulations for fireworks disposal.

This week in OSHA

January 18, 2013

Fired for failing to inspect a broken chair; temp workers to get equal training; roofers exposed to 30' falls and a diesel hazard alert were among the OSHA news items this week.

New! Portable atomic fluorescence spectroscopy mercury analyzer

January 17, 2013

Arizona Instrument LLC is proud to announce the development and release of the NEW! Jerome® J505 atomic fluorescence spectroscopy mercury vapor analyzer, which made its official debut at PITTCON 2012 in Orlando, Florida.

Brady launches GHS and Hazard Communication training programs

DVD-based training programs include comprehensive tools to educate employees

January 17, 2013

Brady has released DVD –based training programs for the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and OSHA’s Hazard Communication regulations that train and inform employees on the updated regulations and standards. The new training programs include videos and literature that will help employees understand the changes to OSHA’s Hazard Communication regulation and its updates to align with GHS.