August 29, 2016
Battery Acid Spill Kit OSHA 1910.178(G)(2) ‘Facilities must furnish a contingency plan in the event a spill should take place if using batteries containing electrolyte/battery acid.’ ~ United States Department of Labor Workplace protection considerations: To prevent contact to skin, there are various types of personal protection such as face shields, goggles, gloves, and aprons available. If a battery acid contact should …
August 15, 2016
Absorbent Pads, Socks, and Pillows OSHA Standard 1910.22(a)(1) “The floor of every workroom shall be maintained in a clean and, so far is possible, a dry condition. Where wet processes are used, drainage shall be maintained, and false floors, platforms, mats, or other dry standing places should be provided where practicable.” The cost of workman’s compensation insurance is going up and up; …
July 21, 2016
High Visibility Absorbent Pads & Wipes Top 10 Preventable Workplace Injuries – Fact #2 “Slipping on wet floors or tripping over a foreign object/uneven surface can cause muscle injuires, body trauma and a variety of other medical issues.” ~ National Safety Council It is important to understand the everyday movements throughout a facility; then working through those movements to evaluate probable risks. …