October 2012

October Issue of Duranews

In this issue of DuraNews we’re taking on some dangerous topics. Ammonia, the colorless gas that keeps food cold but also wreaks havoc with your skin, eyes and lungs. Combustible dust looks and feels entirely harmless but bursts into flame when dispersed and ignited. And zombies, a lurking seasonal hazard of which we must all be aware. We’ll also hear from two women who’ve worked their way up the safety ladder and have jobs they’re totally passionate about. We’ll also share some great ideas for having productive safety committee meetings. So learn something new and wear your PPE!

Profiles of women in safety: Patricia Ennis

Lisa Stringfellow's picture

By   Published 10/30/2012

“Safety is good for the bottom line,” says Patricia Ennis, a senior vice president with the American Society of Safety Engineers. A tireless advocate for occupational safety, Ennis is hopeful that workplace safety continues to gain the attention of top management in organizations across the globe.

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Don’t let the dust combust

Steve Stephenson's picture

By   Published 10/29/2012

Not everyone understands the danger of dust. Between 1980 and 2005, 119 workers were killed and 718 were injured in the United States alone. When dispersed and suspended in the air, dust can be explosive, causing deaths, injuries, and destruction of entire buildings. In 2010 three workers were killed in a very avoidable combustible dust accident. So educate your workers and check out the free videos from the Chemical Safety Board that depict real industrial accidents.

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Safety by committee: The TOP FIVE best practices for a great safety team

Albert Polito's picture

By   Published 10/28/2012

A safety committee brings together employee representatives throughout a company to keep the workforce safe. If you want to know how well you’re doing, consider these elements: does management support your mission? Does the committee meet monthly? Is the group committed to safety? Does your safety committee have decision-making responsibility? And are you getting input from other staff members?

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Bringing affordable industrial hygiene to small businesses

Jack Rubinger's picture

By   Published 10/26/2012

Industrial hygienists are scientists and engineers committed to protecting the health and safety of individuals in the workplace. Often they have degrees in engineering, chemistry or physics. Siobhan Murphy from SAIF Corporation uses her knowledge to help small businesses control exposure to chemical and physical hazards and anticipate hidden danger at a low cost for policyholders.

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ZOMBIE HAZARD: OSHA compliance is your first line of defense

Albert Polito's picture

By   Published 10/05/2012

The seasonal threat of zombie invasion is a good time to reevaluate the compliance of your OSHA signage. Understanding the risk posed by the undead is the first step to avoid joining their ranks.

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