EPA Announces New Web Site Listing Regulations With Potential Impact on Agriculture 13 JUNE 2007
EPA today announced a new Web site containing an easy and succinct look-up tool listing federal environmental regulations that could potentially apply to agriculture.
OSHA implements National Emphasis Program to eliminate highly hazardous chemicals in the petrochemical industry 13 JUNE 2007
OSHA has published a directive implementing a National Emphasis Program to help eliminate workplace hazards associated with the release of highly hazardous chemicals at petroleum refineries.
National Safety Council Report: Accidental Deaths on the Rise 12 JUNE 2007
Accidentaldeaths in the United States are rising at an alarming rate, more than 20 percent over a 10-year period, according to the latest data available.
The top ten areas of concern for OSHA are listed below.
The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
General requirements for all machines.
Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Guarding floor and wall openings and holes.
Hazardous (classified) locations.
Hazard Communication.
Powered industrial trucks.
General requirements.
Respiratory Protection
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