Cameron G. Clark: GE Specification Engineer The Basics of Arc Flash Do you know what an arc flash is? If not, keep reading. The goal of this article is to give the reader a basic understanding of what occurs during an arc flash incident, and… Read More »The Basics of Arc Flash
February 2015 Tom O’Connor The Challenges Ahead: OSHA Outlook 2015 Occupational Safety And Health Regulatory And Political Outlook The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is gearing up for some aggressive policy goals in the coming year. Its regulatory agenda furthers progress on a series… Read More »The Challenges Ahead: OSHA Outlook
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Region 5 February 4, 2015 OSHA cites International Paper Co. after worker suffers severe electrical shock Investigation finds manufacturer lacking safety procedures and protections MADISON, Ohio – Every year, thousands of people are electrocuted at work by current from live wires and energized parts. Electrical current… Read More »OSHA cites International Paper Co. after worker suffers severe electrical shock
21 Safety Rules for Working with Electrical Equipment and Tools Rule no. 1 Avoid contact with energized electrical circuits. Please don’t make fun of this rule if you already know this and remember that if something bad occurs – you probably won’t have second chance. That’s not… Read More »21 Safety Rules for Working with Electrical Equipment and Tools
Researchers Get a Better Understanding of Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents A new paper, scheduled for release at the 2015 IEEE IAS Electrical Safety Workshop examines the occupations most at-risk for fatal overhead power line incidents. January 26, 2015 Sandy Smith Brett Brenner, president of… Read More »Researchers Get a Better Understanding of Fatal Overhead Power Line Incidents
New Research Illuminates Dangers of an Arc Flash David Dini January 27, 2015 An arc flash is one of the most serious electrical hazards that can occur in a workplace. The immense energy released – heat up to 35,000 degrees Fahrenheit1 – is an alarming danger… Read More »New Research Illuminates Dangers of an Arc Flash
OSHA Says Warehouse Workers Faced ‘Electrical Nightmare’ January 30, 2015 An inspection by OSHA found that employees at Xpedited Services LLC faced a number of hazards day to day, such as tangled extension cords, overloaded power outlets in wet locations, blocked exits, faulty forklifts, machines without safety… Read More »OSHA Says Warehouse Workers Faced ‘Electrical Nightmare’
Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards for Fiscal 2014 The following is a list of the top 10 most frequently cited standards* following inspections of worksites by federal OSHA. OSHA publishes this list to alert employers about these commonly cited standards so they can take… Read More »Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards for Fiscal 2014
January 5, 2015 OSHA cites auto parts supplier for exposing workers to amputation, electrical and struck-by hazards Saehaesung Alabama, Hyundai and Kia provider, faces $102K in fines at 2 facilities MOBILE, Ala. – Auto parts supplier Saehaesung Alabama Inc. was cited for exposing workers to amputation, electrical and struck-by hazards… Read More »OSHA cites auto parts supplier for exposing workers to amputation, electrical and struck-by hazards