Confined Space Rescue
Rescue Simulations It’s crucial that members of a rescue team practice simulated confined space rescues for each unique confined space at a facility. Rescue practices in simulated or actual spaces should be performed at least once every 12 months or more frequently if deemed necessary. Re-evaluating Rescue Plans Re-evaluate the plan whenever: Conditions change within […]
Hazard Analysis and Control
HAZARD CATEGORIES Introduction – Hazard Analysis and Control Hazard Analysis and Control – In the first module, we began a discussion of the concepts of “hazard” and “exposure” in preparation for a further look in this module. Here we will take a closer look at the five general hazard categories and 13 more specific hazard […]
Safe Forklift Operations
A forklift is a powerful tool that allows one person to precisely lift and place large heavy loads with little effort. Using a tool such as a forklift, cart or hand truck instead of lifting and carrying items by hand can reduce the risk that you will suffer a back injury. However, there is great risk of injury or […]
BASICS OF MACHINE SAFEGUARDING
Introduction Crushed hands and arms, severed fingers, blindness — the list of possible machinery-related injuries is as long as it is horrifying. There seem to be as many hazards created by moving machine parts as there are types of machines. Safeguards are essential for protecting workers from needless and preventable injuries. A good rule to […]
Oil Spill Cleanup
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] OIL SPILL CLEANUP EQUIPMENT When an oil spill occurs, there are many ways to clean it up. One method includes mechanical means to contain and clean up the oil. Let’s take a look at some of the equipment needed: Containment Boom A containment boom is a flexible, fence-type, water-borne pollutant containment barrier that floats […]
Well Site Preparation and Drilling Safety
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Rigging Up Rigging up is placing and assembling the various parts of equipment that make up the rig, and preparing the rig for drilling. There are many rig designs, and this course does not cover each type individually. This course focuses on the common hazards and solutions that many rig designs share. During assembly […]
