FDR Safety

JULY 25, 2018

In too many situations, an employee was injured and OSHA stepped in with significant fines for violations of 29 CFR 1910.147. I’m proud of our record in helping clients litigate citations/violations and/or fulfill obligations under informal or formal OSHA settlement agreements. 2 at OSHA, former VP of Safety and Health at AK Steel.

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The term “zero energy” is not the same as the control of hazardous energy, and is not found in any OSHA regulations or materials or in U.S. Examples of such impacts are: •impeding efficient and effective equipment designs when tasks (e.g., national consensus standards (e.g.,

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

Where do gravity related accidents fall in the eyes of OSHA? In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. In the OSHA cases, the Agency might suggest that gravity is a hazardous energy to be controlled. The 7500 lb. load came down on him. What can we do?

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

Where do gravity related accidents fall in the eyes of OSHA? In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. In the OSHA cases, the Agency might suggest that gravity is a hazardous energy to be controlled. The 7500 lb. load came down on him. What can we do?

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 9, 2018

We continue to encounter many mistaken beliefs about OSHA’s regulation CFR,1910.147 , The Control of Hazardous Energy. In this blog, we address the “myths” of Lockout/Tagout using verbatim quotes from OSHA’s Preamble to the regulation ( OSHA text in bold italics ). Myth: Lockout must be done, even if it is not feasible.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 27, 2015

Safety professionals concerned with safety, efficiency and compliance should have the concepts of “acceptable risk” and “feasibility” in the forefront of their thinking. I have had numerous clients in the past couple of years confronted with OSHA citations and unworkable suggestions by the agency.

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BD+C

JUNE 29, 2016

OSHA is planning to issue a request for information in November to gauge the effectiveness and feasibility of adopting more noise-hazard requirements. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has begun evaluating the potential for a new process noise in construction standard.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 19, 2018

Fines & OSHA Regulations. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of Fines vs. OSHA Regulations. This week, we're going to cover 5 of the top 10 OSHA fines, and how you can avoid them. #10: OSHA regulations require that you receive training in the safe methods of doing your job.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 11, 2018

We continue to encounter many mistaken beliefs about OSHA’s regulation CFR,1910.147 , The Control of Hazardous Energy. In this blog, we address the “myths” of Lockout/Tagout using verbatim quotes from OSHA’s Preamble to the regulation ( OSHA text in bold italics ).

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 21, 2018

OSHA Fall Protection. Welcome to Safe Friday, since June is National Safety Month, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of OSHA fall protection. According to OSHA, falls accounted for 38.7% (384 out of 991) of construction related deaths in 2016 and was the #1 most frequently cited OSHA violation in 2017. [1].

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 21, 2018

OSHA Fall Protection. Welcome to Safe Friday, since June is National Safety Month, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of OSHA fall protection. According to OSHA, falls accounted for 38.7% (384 out of 991) of construction related deaths in 2016 and was the #1 most frequently cited OSHA violation in 2017. [1].

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Using accepted ANSI standards, we are able to make use risk assessment, feasible risk reduction using the hazard control hierarchy and acceptable risk to solve real-world problems. When deciding that risk mitigation is needed, the concept of feasibility comes into play to demonstrate due diligence in complying with the OSH Act.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 2, 2015

A new series of ANSI standards is now available to assist employers in assessing how to comply with OSHA standards, determine feasible safeguards or harmonize with ISO and U.S. Risk assessment provides the foundation to select feasible safeguarding. The ANSI B11 series of standards is for general industry machine safety.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Risk assessment, or RA for short, will guide you in the application of feasible risk reduction controls. Importantly, RA (especially Task Based Risk Assessment) is a powerful offensive and defensive tool to ward off potential OSHA citations. Remember that the goal of risk assessment is to achieve feasible risk reduction.

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Early Engagement for Improved Decision-Making Engaging GCs early provides Directors with critical insights that enhance the project’s overall design and feasibility. These proactive safety measures reduced the risk of on-site incidents, minimized legal risks, and kept the project in line with OSHA requirements.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Even while creating new regulations and amending current ones to fit the workplace’s changing safety standards, OSHA is hard at work providing guidance material to help employers follow their rules, and answering questions and providing guidance on existing rules. December 27, 2013. April 29, 2013.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

General Duty citations from OSHA may not hold up. General Duty citations from OSHA may not hold up. If there is an OSHA citation most likely to be overturned on appeal to the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission it would be one issued under the General Duty clause. OSHA appears ready to expand into HR enforcement.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Recent cases (both OSHA and personal injury) suggest that industry’s quest to mandate employee performance may ignore the real world where workers encounter variables, and strict interpretation of the policy would literally prevent the work from being done. Enforcing machine lockout when lockout is not feasible. Let’s explore #5.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 11, 2016

Section 5(a)(1) was included in the OSH Act to give OSHA a means to address “recognized hazards” where no OSHA standard existed, but it was never intended as a replacement for rulemaking. Status Report on Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program , OSHA Directorate of Enforcement Programs, October 2009.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

The FDR TaBRA process includes determination of feasible risk reduction for the specific machine and task. With all of this being said, A truly good sign should not only get someone’s attention but should be useful to defend against OSHA citations or potential legal actions. Below is my idea of a good safety sign.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

The FDR TaBRA process includes determination of feasible risk reduction for the specific machine and task. With all of this being said, A truly good sign should not only get someone’s attention but should be useful to defend against OSHA citations or potential legal actions. Below is my idea of a good safety sign.

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

A decision by the Occupational Safety Health and Review Commission offers importance guidance to all industries, particularly stamping, about when OSHA’s lockout/tagout regulations should be applied and when not. This decision is important for all industry. The post Important LOTO Ruling for Die Changes appeared first on FDRsafety.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 11, 2022

Bump caps are not even approved by OSHA and therefore, there are no set rules whether you can wear your bump caps backwards or not. It entirely depends on your comfort and the demand of the job you are in to, whether it is feasible to wear the bump caps backwards. If that makes you more comfortable while working.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 19, 2013

OSHA is working on the creation of a new standard that would require employers nationwide to establish a thorough, written injury and illness prevention program (IIPP). Why does OSHA want employers to have an Injury and Illness Prevention Program? OSHA will develop a flexible proposal that is appropriate to large and small businesses.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 1, 2013

A few months into the job, we were called into the Master Mechanic’s office (chief manufacturing engineer) and advised that the Walsh Healy act had passed and we were now responsible for OSHA compliance. In some cases, you may ask for different options because you, the buyer, will determine what is feasible for your operations.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2017

The acquisition starts with the needs and feasibility study and is complete once the decision has been made to implement a JOC contract. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Discuss how OSHA requirements will be met in the solicitation and contract, including the need for special contract clauses. ?

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Thankfully, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration or OSHA has laid out guidelines to ensure the safety of employees exposed to extreme conditions. Employers are required by OSHA to train their employees about cold stress and working in extreme weather conditions. It is a safety threat that can result in fatalities.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Thankfully, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration or OSHA has laid out guidelines to ensure the safety of employees exposed to extreme conditions. Employers are required by OSHA to train their employees about cold stress and working in extreme weather conditions. It is a safety threat that can result in fatalities.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 16, 2018

Fulfills OSHA requirements. You'll know and understand the OSHA regulations that apply to your job. Putting training information in writing has benefits more valuable than just avoiding an OSHA citation. To reduce MSD hazards, feasible engineering, work practice or administrative controls must be used.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

Note: Keeping track and utilizing this feature can make it much easier to document your OSHA 300/A Logs or statistics at the end of the year! These should be addressed as soon as feasibly possible to ensure that your account does not fall into an unfavorable grading. Keep a close eye on any additional questions!

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Having an effective workplace safety and health program will ensure you’re OSHA compliant and show your commitment to safety. Fulfills OSHA requirements. You know and understand OSHA regulations pertinent to the job you are doing. We have complete OSHA compliant safety solutions for all your needs.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 10, 2018

Consult and comply with OSHA standards. Fulfills OSHA requirements. You know and understand OSHA regulations pertinent to the job you are doing. The benefits of documentation: Experienced workers know that putting things in writing has benefits far more valuable than just avoiding an OSHA citation.

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Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Feasibility Analysis. Appropriateness and Feasibility Report. OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Acquisition Strategy. Planning and Contract Award. Work Execution. Contract Administration. Limitations. ANALYSIS OF APPROPRIATENESS. Applicability Analysis. JOC ACQUISITION STRATEGY. Acquisition Plan.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

OSHA extends temporary fall protection measures again. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA announced Aug. OSHA put these temporary enforcement measures in place Sept. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here. 15, 2012.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 29, 2018

PPE is the last line of defense, and should only be used when engineering controls and administrative controls aren’t feasible. OSHA requires companies to assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present or likely to be present that require you to PPE. Please join us next Friday for more safety and compliance tips!

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

The acquisition starts with the needs and feasibility study and is complete once the decision has been made to implement a JOC contract. Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ). Discuss how OSHA requirements will be met in the solicitation and contract, including the need for special contract clauses.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 13, 2012

OSHA extends temporary fall protection measures a third time. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA announced Dec. OSHA put these temporary enforcement measures in place Sept. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here. 15, 2012.

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