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Have You Evaluated Compliance With 29 CFR 1910.147

June 2, 2015

If you are not familiar with 29 CFR 1910.147, this is OSHA’s standard for The Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tagout). If employees at your facility conduct any service or maintenance of machines or equipment, the development and implementation of a lockout/tagout program must be evaluated.

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May 26, 2015

In MA, there are two regulatory agencies that enforce controlled substances, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Drug Control Program (DCP). Any facility licensed to store and use controlled substances for research purposes must comply with the applicable regulations and conditions of their license and registration.

May 19, 2015

When vacating lab space, it is necessary to determine the level of decontamination or decommissioning necessary far in advance of the exit date. Of course there are many details involved in decontaminating a lab space, but the overall level required is the first question to be answered.

May 12, 2015

Have you heard that May 4-15, 2015 marks the second annual National Safety Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction? OSHA began this awareness campaign due to falls from elevation being the leading cause of death for construction workers.

May 5, 2015

The June 15, 2015 effective date for chemical manufacturers, importers, distributors, and employers to be in compliance with the 2012 Hazard Communication Standard is rapidly approaching. There are only two exceptions stipulated in 29 CFR 1910.1200(j)(2)(i) and (ii).

April 28, 2015

In discussions, I sometimes come across people that are confused about what OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, actually covers. Put very simply, the BBP standard applies to occupational exposure to human blood or other potentially infectious material as defined in the standard.

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April 21, 2015

The annual “national day for the environment”, Earth Day, is happening tomorrow, April 22, 2015. I think everyone knows and agrees that environmental awareness should be a part of daily life. Following are some tips for integrating your EHS program into the daily life of employees at your facility.

April 14, 2015

Does your biosafety program include a detailed post-exposure policy that clearly specifies the steps to follow in the event of an exposure incident? The last thing you want to be doing following an incident involving an exposure to potentially infectious material, or material known to be infectious, is figuring out the comprehensive steps to take.

April 7, 2015

If there are oxygen monitors present in your facility, do you have an established policy on what the proper response to an alarm sounding should be? The normal concentration of oxygen in the air is approximately 20.9%.

March 31, 2015

Are there employees using air guns for cleaning purposes at your facility? If so, are you aware of the OSHA stipulations regarding the safe use of compressed air?

Insights and updates from Safety Partners

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Insights and updates from Safety Partners

Have You Evaluated Compliance With 29 CFR 1910.147

Remember to Audit Your Controlled Substance Program

Simple Decontamination or Full Decommissioning?

National Safety Stand-Down

Hazard Communication Deadline is Rapidly Approaching

What the BBP Standard Covers, Put Simply

Tips for Integrating EHS Into Daily Work

Remember the Importance of a Comprehensive Post-Exposure Policy

Establish an Oxygen Monitor Alarm Policy

Air Gun Safety

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