Mitigate Risks & OSHA Fines by Following NFPA 70B 2023 Mandatory Requirements
Electrical failures are one of the leading causes of unscheduled downtime, equipment loss, and workplace injuries in commercial and industrial environments. Historically, the approach to electrical maintenance was largely discretionary—businesses could choose how and when to maintain their equipment. But that has changed. In January 2023, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released a major […]
What NFPA 660 Means for the Food and Agriculture Industry
Combustible dust is a critical hazard in food and agriculture in areas such as grain elevators, feed mills, sugar plants, and grain processors. Fine dust suspended in the air can ignite and cause powerful flash fires or explosions. On average, there are 28 dust explosions, fires, and incidents worldwide every year. Recognizing this danger, NFPA […]
Little Giant Ladders – No Need to “Tie Off”
Now your employees don’t need to tie off if they climb to heights over 6 ft. tall—thanks to the popular new aerial Cage ladder from Little Giant Ladder Systems. While OSHA requires you to be tied off if you are more than 6 feet off the ground, the new, lightweight safety ladder includes a self-enclosing […]
Understand the New Hexavalent Chromium OSHA Standard
Hexavalent Chromium: What It Is Hexavalent Chromium Cr(VI) is a metal particle that can occur naturally in rocks but is most commonly produced by industrial processes. It has the ability to gain electrons from other elements (a strong oxidizer), which means it can react easily with them. More: It’s Time to Upgrade Your Safety Program Because […]
Heart Attack Survival On The Job
OSHA encourages defibrillator use to revive workers with cardiac arrest. Using Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) can save the lives of workers who experience cardiac arrest while on the job. OSHA encourages employers to consider making this equipment available in their workplaces. IBT Safety is your source for AED’s from ZOLL, one of the world’s leading […]
