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OSHA To Look at Why Cowboys' Facility Collapsed --CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/05/04/cowboys.dome.collapse/index.html?eref=rss_topstories
Some initial thoughts:
--I don't know the specifics, but it looked as if the structure wasn't permanent (attached to the ground).
--If it wasn't, why not build a permanent facility (truly brick and mortar)
--How much control can… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on May 4, 2009 at 4:37pm — No Comments
Cut Protection Glove for Construction Industry
The glove, constructed with world-class Intercept Technology® Stretch Armor Yarn developed jointly by Ansell and DuPont, combines the comfort of Ansell… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on February 24, 2009 at 9:00am — 1 Comment
Frequently Asked Questions - Part 3
How can I determine what size gloves my workers need?
Since proper fit is so essential to comfort and dexterity, it would be worthwhile to measure each worker’s hand. You may use a dressmaker’s cloth tape to measure around the hand, above the thumb and below the fingers. The diameter of the hand (rounded to the nearest half-inch) is numerically equal to the worker’s nominal glove size. This type of measurement, however, does not account for all… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on February 21, 2009 at 2:30pm — No Comments
Frequently Asked Questions about PPE - Pt. 2
What gloves do you recommend for handling lacquer thinner?
Lacquer thinner, which is a popular cleaning agent for many processing facilities, typically contains several key ingredients, as listed below. Although additional ingredients may be present, they will likely fall into these categories.
- A ketone such as acetone or MEK, which will degrade nitrile, PVC and Viton;
- An alcohol…
Added by MoniqueB on February 20, 2009 at 2:30pm — No Comments
Frequently Asked Questions about PPE
What are some safety guidelines for using disposable nitrile gloves in a laboratory setting?
Nitrile gloves are suited for:
- Use with aliphatic hydrocarbons
- Animal…
Added by MoniqueB on February 19, 2009 at 6:30pm — No Comments
Post 6: Continuous Improvement Helps Assure Success
To achieve optimum savings and worker performance, a company must commit to continuous improvement. Follow-up assessments should be conducted at regular intervals to confirm that changes implemented are positively impacting… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on December 27, 2008 at 7:00pm — No Comments
Part 5: SKU Reduction
SKU proliferation often occurs because too many people are authorized to approve the use of new products. Requiring senior level sign off for new products and suppliers will help reduce product styles and SKUs and… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on December 26, 2008 at 7:00pm — No Comments
Post 4: A Deep Look into Productivity
During a PAA, three types of waste are considered: defects, transportation and waiting, and motion. All are primary elements in lean manufacturing.
Defects
Defects are any imperfections that require a product to be reworked or discarded. Fingerprints on glass, lint in a… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on December 24, 2008 at 10:00am — No Comments
Part 3: Analyzing Cost Drivers Help Reach Productivity Goals
Added by MoniqueB on December 22, 2008 at 10:00am — No Comments
Part 2: PAA Gets Up Close and Personal
-- Analysis—data is collected, opportunities validated and best practices identified;
-- Benchmarking—current operations are evaluated and base line measurements developed so results can be quantified;
-- Improvement—recommendations are made based on study results.… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on December 20, 2008 at 8:00am — No Comments
Part 1: Personal Apparel Assessment Helps Manufacturers Cut Costs in Unexpected Ways
Manufacturers across almost every industry face skyrocketing health care and insurance… Continue
Added by MoniqueB on December 18, 2008 at 5:42pm — No Comments
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Thank you for joining this community. I hope that you will find it useful, fun and informative. But remember, you can only get something good if you put something good into… Continue
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Hi everyone, I would like to invite you visit our new ISQEM blog. It will be updated a few times a week so please visit us and spread the…Continue
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OSHA General Industry
How can a new General Outreach Trainer make the people understand General Industry Safety Outreach Training is just as important as Construction Safety Training?And why doesn't OSHA police the…Continue
Started by LULA MULLINS Jun 9.
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Favorite Motivational Quote: If you want something, you'll find a way - If not, you'll find an excuse.Favorite Safety Quote: Don't learn safety by accident!Continue
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OHS Management is not Leadership
We often hear people discussing making changes within an organisation; however in reality change is not always achieved to everyone's expectations. The trouble is people often forget the basic…Continue
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