Tech Bulletins
Tech Bulletin: Safety in the Coffee Industry
Savoring that cup-o-joe is something many of us do each morning. But when you’re consuming your caffeine, do you ever think about how those coffee beans became the coffee in your cup? Making the drink is a laborious process that includes workers roasting...
Tech Bulletin: Bloodborne Pathogen FAQs
OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) is designed to protect workers who may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens like Hepatitis B virus, Hepatitis C virus and HIV. We often get questions from clients about this standard. Here’s a quick FAQ...
Tech Bulletin: DOT Security Plans
Hazardous materials--you need them for your business--but you must be vigilant about shipping them. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) is concerned about the misuse, sabotage and diversion of hazardous materials during transportation. DOT has stepped up their...
Tech Bulletin: Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan Types
Understanding Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plans and Regulations If you’re a business with oil onsite. Listen up! Being educated about Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans may help you avoid EPA penalties. ...
Tech Bulletin: Silica Resources
Resources for Controlling Silica in Construction Hot off the press! OSHA recently released some new resources for controlling respirable crystalline silica in construction. To help loyal customers, like you, we’ve rounded up what we thought would be most...
Tech Bulletin: Final EPA Compliance Deadline for Refrigerant Rule Revision Nearing
When the EPA’s final rule on refrigerant management went into effect in 2016, the final phase for roll out and enforcement deadline of 2019 seemed so far away. January 1, 2019 is now just around the corner. It’s not too early to start planning for these...
Tech Bulletin: Working Safely in Hot Temperatures and Avoiding Heat Stress
Global warming has done a number to the Midwest this summer. With another month of hot temperatures expected, it’s important to know the signs of heat stress and how to prevent it.Your enemy: heat!Heat stress can take many forms including:Heat...
Tech Bulletin: OSHA Now Enforcing General Industry Silica Standard
General Industry Silica Standard Now in EffectBy now you likely know what crystalline silica is and why it’s a danger to human health (think silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease). But did you know that OSHA is now...
Tech Bulletin: Legionella and Legionnaires Disease Quick Reference Guide
What is Legionella and Legionnaires’ disease?Legionella is a type of bacterium which is found naturally in fresh water. Legionnaires’ disease is caused when the legionella bacterium infects the lungs and cause pneumonia. The bacteria can also cause a less...