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Understanding Confined Spaces for Workplace Health & Safety: Definition, Standards, & Training

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Employees entering confined spaces to perform maintenance work or rescue operations, especially in the construction industry, can get exposed to unexpected hazards. These include toxic substances, asphyxiations, explosions, and electrocutions. And since confined spaces have limited or restricted means for entry or exit, workers or rescuers could die during the process. This makes understanding confined …

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Emergency Stop (E-Stop) Lockout Devices: What Are They & Can You Use Them in Lockout Procedures?

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NO. You can’t use emergency stop (E-Stop) devices in lockout procedures. You can prevent their unauthorized or accidental activation by using E-Stop lockout devices such as emergency stop safety covers. But, they do not meet OSHA’s definition of an energy-isolating device which employers are required to lock out before maintenance and servicing activities on machines …

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Examples of Effective Lockout Tagout Procedures for LOTO Programs According to the OSHA Standard

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OSHA’s lockout/tagout standard requires employers to establish an energy control program to comply with the standards. The program aims to guarantee the safety of the workers by properly isolating the energy source before any maintenance or servicing tasks are performed.Part of this program is the development and utilization of energy control procedures which we will …

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Lockout vs Tagout: What Is the Difference Between Lockout and Tagout?

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Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) procedures are among the safety measures that can be implemented to prevent workplace fatalities when it comes to controlling hazardous energy. But what is the difference between the two? Why is lockout more effective and safer than tagout? Learn more about lockout vs tagout, OSHA LOTO standards, implementing LOTO programs, and …

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Occupational Hearing Loss (OHL): Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and More

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Occupational hearing loss can be caused by exposure to loud noise or ototoxic chemicals during work. It usually occurs slowly and worsens over time. Once the inner ear is damaged, it can lead to permanent hearing loss that can’t be treated with medicine or surgery. But, employers can help prevent exposure to hazardous noise in …

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Acceptable Noise Level: What Decibel Levels Can Cause Hearing Loss?

Acceptable Noise Level: At What Decibel Is Hearing Protection Required?

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated that repeated and long-term exposure to hazardous noise above 70 dBA can cause hearing loss. For occupational noise exposure, 85 dBA or higher is considered hazardous and exposure can lead to severe hearing loss over time. The louder the noise is and the nearer you are to …

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Environmental Compliance Audits: What Are They & How Are They Conducted?

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If you want to ensure your business’s regulatory compliance, improve your environmental impact, and maintain a good reputation, you should conduct an environmental compliance audit. Evaluating your company’s environmental compliance can help you prevent costly liabilities and determine areas of improvement to ensure your business’s success. Keep reading to know more about what environmental compliance …

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Top 5 Causes of a Musty Attic Smell & How to Get Rid of Them

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Improper ventilation is often the root cause of a musty smell in the attic which leads to more serious problems like increased moisture. This, in turn, results in the growth of mold and mildew as well as wet insulation which will cause a damp, musty smell. Thus, improving attic ventilation and fixing moisture issues are …

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How Much Does Professional Home Indoor Air Quality Testing Cost?

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Basic professional indoor air quality testing for homes can cost an average of $400+ and usually ranges between $250+ and $550+. But, it can also be as low as $100+ and as high as $1,000+ for comprehensive tests depending on various factors. These include your home’s size and the specific types of pollutants being tested …

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HAZWOPER vs HAZMAT: What Are Their Differences & Which Training Do You Need?

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The difference between Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) and Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) can be confusing. But though similar, HAZWOPER and HAZMAT training are implemented by different agencies and cover different regulations.In general, HAZWOPER training involves workers in clean-up activities, corrective actions, and emergency response operations in hazardous sites. On the other hand, HAZMAT …

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Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response: What is HAZWOPER and Who Needs HAZWOPER Training?

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HAZWOPER is a set of regulations developed by OSHA to ensure the health and safety of employees working with or exposed to hazardous substances. The standard requires HAZWOPER training for employees and supervisors alike who are involved in handling hazardous waste. These include those performing cleanup, corrective actions, and emergency response operations. Keep on reading …

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HAZWOPER Training Levels & Requirements: Everything You Need to Know

Everything You Need to Know About the HAZWOPER Levels of Training & Requirements

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The Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) standard, which was covered by OSHA under 29 CFR 1910.120, listed five HAZWOPER training levels for emergency responders: In addition, there are three types of HAZWOPER training (8-hour, 24-hour, and 40-hour). Read on to learn more about these levels and types in detail here! RPF Environmental offers …

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Understanding Confined Spaces for Workplace Health & Safety: Definition, Standards, & Training

Emergency Stop (E-Stop) Lockout Devices: What Are They & Can You Use Them in Lockout Procedures?

Examples of Effective Lockout Tagout Procedures for LOTO Programs According to the OSHA Standard

Lockout vs Tagout: What Is the Difference Between Lockout and Tagout?

Occupational Hearing Loss (OHL): Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and More

Acceptable Noise Level: At What Decibel Is Hearing Protection Required?

Environmental Compliance Audits: What Are They & How Are They Conducted?

Top 5 Causes of a Musty Attic Smell & How to Get Rid of Them

How Much Does Professional Home Indoor Air Quality Testing Cost?

HAZWOPER vs HAZMAT: What Are Their Differences & Which Training Do You Need?

Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response: What is HAZWOPER and Who Needs HAZWOPER Training?

Everything You Need to Know About the HAZWOPER Levels of Training & Requirements

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