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Process hazard analysis stepsTopics covered Process hazard analysis overview The incident report Blog » Process hazard analysis stepsProcess hazard analysis overview Process hazard analysis is a thorough, orderly, systematic approach for identifying, evaluating, and...

Chemical safety & compliance

6 Steps to bolstering your HazCom training program

Six steps to bolstering your HazCom training programTopics covered HazCom training requirements 6 Steps to bolstering your HazCom training program Additional considerations Blog » Six steps to bolstering your HazCom training program HazCom training requirements The...

Regulatory compliance in the chemical industry

Introduction to regulatory compliance in the chemical industryTopics covered TSCA: Overview OSHA: Hazard communication standard EPCRA: Tier I and II reports Chemical management How do EHS and compliance departments get their data? Blog » Introduction to regulatory...

Safety precautions when working with chemicals

Safety precautions when working with chemicalsTopics covered Working with chemicals: safety considerations Know the regulations Rules for handling chemicals safely Additional resources Subscribe to the Frontline blogBlog » Safety precautions when working with...

Best practices for chemical safety in agriculture

Best practices for chemical safety in agricultureTopics covered Agriculture chemical safety Common agriculture chemicals Hazard communication Pesticides: training, storage, and handling Appropriate storage and handling techniques Blog » Chemical safety in agriculture...

Components of a Chemical Hygiene Plan

Components of a Chemical Hygiene PlanTopics covered What is a Chemical Hygiene Plan? Components of a Chemical Hygiene Plan Safety controls to reduce exposure Standard operating procedures (SOP) Pre-approval activities Ensure fume hoods and other protective equipment...

Overview: PSM of Highly Hazardous Chemicals

Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous ChemicalsTopics covered What are highly hazardous chemicals and processes? Why is the management of highly hazardous chemicals a priority? What is a process hazard analysis? Who should perform process hazard analyses? How...

Chemical Hazards in the Workplace

Overview of Chemical Hazards in the WorkplaceTopics covered An Introduction to Chemical Hazards in the Workplace What is a chemical hazard? Common hazardous chemicals in the workplace Regulations on chemical exposure limits How can I find information about chemicals I...

EHS & HSE

HSE workplace risk assessment

HSE workplace risk assessment: Hazard identification and assessmentTopics covered Hazard identification and assessment Identify safety hazards Identify health hazards Conduct incident investigations Identify hazards associated with emergency Characterize the nature of...

DOT: FMCSA compliance and regulations overview

DOT: FMCSA complianceand regulations overviewTopics covered What Is the DOT and the FMCSA? Safety compliance for motor carriers Reviews and audits Requirements for new motor carriers Safe operation of CMVs Hazardous materials: Safety permits and transport Blog » DOT...

Arc flash risk assessment: Minimize risk

Arc Flash Risk AssessmentTopics covered Understanding what an “arc flash” is The severity of an arc flash injury Approach/protection boundaries Safety around electrical hazards Other precautions to take Blog » Arc Flash Risk Assessment Understanding what an “arc...

How to launch a successful EHS awareness training program

How to launch an effective EHS awareness training program Training is an essential component of an overall effective environmental, health, and safety (EHS) program. Topics covered How to get started Identify roles in the program Hazard identification and controls...

Improve Incident Management Process

Improve incident management process with these four stepsTopics covered 1. Stay proactive 2. Communicate procedures with employees 3. Don’t delay medical attention 4. Investigate incidents immediately Blog » Improve incident management process with these four steps...

6 Best EHS Certifications for EHS Professionals

6 Best EHS Certifications for EHS ProfessionalsTopics covered 1. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) – Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) 2. Associate Safety Professional (ASP) – BCSP 3. Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST) – BCS 4....

Oil and Gas

Safety toolbox talk topics for oil and gas

Safety toolbox talk topics for oil and gasTopics covered Overview Struck-by/caught-in/caught-between High-pressure lines and equipment Explosions, fires, electrical and other hazardous energy, and confined spaces Falls Ergonomic hazards Machine hazards Planning and...

Health and safety in the oil and gas industry

Health and safety in the oil and gas industryTopics covered Overview of health and safety in the oil and gas industry Importance of safety management to protect health and safety The future of health and safety in the oil and gas industry Blog » Health and safety in...

Hydrogen sulfide in the oil and gas industry

Hydrogen sulfide in the oil and gas industryTopics covered Hydrogen sulfide formation Responsibility of companies and employees Sources of hydrogen sulfide Exposure to hydrogen sulfide Safety processes to combat the risk of hydrogen sulfide Blog » Hydrogen sulfide in...

Process safety management in oil and gas industry

Process safety management in the oil and gas industry Topics covered Health and safety in oil and gas Crude oil pretreatment (desalting) Crude oil distillation (fractionation) Solvent Extraction and Dewaxing Thermal Cracking Process Safety Management Systems Blog »...

Safety precautions for working on pipelines

Safety precautions for working on pipelines: API recommended practice 1173Topics covered API recommended practice 1173 overview Blog »Safety precautions for working on pipelines: API recommended practice 1173There are a variety of aspects to pipeline safety and...

Management of Change in the Oil and Gas Industry

Management of Change in the Oil and Gas IndustryTopics covered Expecting the Unexpected What Causes a Change in Plans? Why is Managing Change so Critical? Gaps in Change Management Bridging the Gaps Conclusion Blog » Management of Change in the Oil and Gas...

OSHA

OSHA ladder requirements: Safety Checklists

OSHA ladder requirements:Safety checklistsTopics covered General requirements of all ladders General requirements of portable ladders General requirements of fixed ladders Blog » OSHA ladder requirements: Safety checklists According to the Bureau of Labor Statistic's...

Industrial fire safety checklists and compliance tips

Industrial fire safety checklists and compliance tipsTopics covered Fire prevention checklists Fire extinguishing and alarm systems Emergency action plans Blog » Industrial fire safety checklists and compliance tips Fire safety compliance involves developing a...

The Definitive Guide: Ladder Inspection Toolbox Talk

The Definitive Guide: Ladder Inspection Toolbox Talk Topics covered Why conducting ladder inspections is important General Inspection Parameters Weight Requirements and Testing Spacing and Measurements (SOP) Procedures for Removing Ladders from Service Blog » Ladder...

Permit-Required Confined Space Requirements

Permit-Required Confined Space Requirements under General Industry Topics covered Overview: Confined Space General Requirements Written Program Permit for Entry Alternative to a Full Permit Entry Training Blog » Permit-Required Confined Space Requirements under...

OSHA Inspection: What to Expect and How to Prepare

OSHA Inspection: What to Expect and How to Prepare Topics covered OSHA Inspection: What to Expect and How to Prepare OSHA Inspection Triggers On-site Inspection Process Items to Prepare to show OSHA Blog » OSHA Inspection: What to Expect and How to Prepare OSHA...

Competent Person Requirements in OSHA

Competent Person Requirements in the OSHA General Industry StandardsTopics covered Competent VS Qualified Standard and Documents Requiring a Competent Person OSHA General Industry Regulations requiring a Competent Person Blog » Competent Person Requirements in the...

Manufacturing

EHS program tips for the cannabis industry

EHS program tips for the cannabis industryTopics covered Ensure documentation of all processes. Provide safety training Conduct self inspections and audits Be OSHA ready Convert your regulatory compliance paperwork to digital Blog » EHS program tips for the cannabis...

General manufacturing safety review & checklist

General manufacturing safety review & checklistTopics covered Manufacturing hazard control Securing the manufacturing environment Manufacturing safety procedures Blog » General manufacturing safety review & checklist Manufacturing hazard control...

Safety training for manufacturing employees

Safety training for manufacturing employeesTopics covered Basic training Intermediate training Advanced training Blog » Safety training for manufacturing employees Training is a crucial part of any industrial health and safety program. All incoming employees working...

Cannabis manufacturing: Quality control and safety

Cannabis manufacturing: Nexus between quality control and safetyTopics covered Quality and safety problems observed with cannabis products National QA standards Hazard assessment and critical control points (HACCP) Blog » Cannabis manufacturing: Nexus between quality...

Corrective and preventative action plan

Corrective and preventative action plan exampleTopics covered Corrective and preventative action plan CAPA plan example CAPA implementation CAPA program evaluation Conclusion Blog » Corrective and preventative action plan example Corrective and preventative action...

Manufacturing Risk Assessment Template

Risk assessment template and examples for manufacturing Topics covered What is “risk assessment”? What are the benefits of performing risk assessments in a manufacturing setting? How can risk assessment be incorporated into an existing safety program? How can I create...

Best Safety Practices in Manufacturing

Best Safety Practices in ManufacturingTopics covered An Overview of Best Safety Practices in Manufacturing Management Leadership Worker Participation Hazard Identification and Assessment Hazard Prevention and Control Education and Training Program Evaluation and...

MOC

Quick Overview: Process Hazard Analysis Steps

PSSR requirements – Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR)

PSSR requirements Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR)Topics covered What is a PSSR What is considered a startup? Types of PSSR What does the PSSR requirements look like? Blog » PSSR requirements - Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) What is a PSSR? A PSSR is an audit or...

Best practices for management of change procedures

Best practices for management of change proceduresTopics covered What is management of change? When is a MOC necessary? MOC items to consider MOC best practices Blog » Best practices for management of change procedures What is management of change? The process safety...

Guidelines for Management of Change for Process Safety

Guidelines for Management of Change for Process SafetyTopics covered What triggers Management of Change (MOC) procedures? MOC process flow chart Implementing PSM MOC procedures Blog » Guidelines for Management of Change for Process SafetyWhat triggers Management of...

Workplace safety

What, how, and why: Safety observations and examples

What, how, and why: Safety observations and examplesTopics covered What, how, and why: Safety observations and examples Performing safety observations Supervisor observation scenario Conclusion Blog » What, how, and why: Safety observations and examples Why should...

Industrial Hygiene Analysis; Evaluation Method

Industrial hygiene analysis;Evaluation methodsTopics covered Technical equipment: On-site measurements Personal sampling for air contaminants Surface contaminants, skin exposure, biological monitoring, and other analyses Noise Blog » Industrial hygiene analysis;...

Environmental compliance audit checklist

Environmental compliance audit checklistTopics covered How are environmental regulations enforced? Compliance audits Blog » Environmental compliance audit checklist Facilities must follow applicable local, state, and federal standards and regulations regarding...

Implementing a health and safety plan in the workplace

Implementing a health and safety plan in the workplaceTopics covered Commitment Accountability Involvement Education and training Assessment and analysis Evaluation & improvement Blog » Implementing a health and safety plan Health and safety plans can be used to...

Introduction to industrial hygiene monitoring

Introduction to industrial hygiene monitoringTopics covered What is industrial hygiene monitoring? Why does industrial hygiene monitoring exist? Why perform a worksite analysis? Which industrial hygiene guidelines apply to my facility and where can I find them? How do...

Safety audits, inspections, and corrective actions

Safety audits, inspections, and corrective actionsTopics covered Differences between safety audits and safety inspections Tips for safety auditing Tips for safety inspections Audit and inspection results: corrective action priorities and plans Blog » Safety audits,...

Documenting and reporting near misses in the workplace

Documenting and reporting near misses in the workplaceTopics covered What is a near-miss? Proactively identify risk Best practices for reporting near-misses Importance of documenting incidents and near-misses Conclusion Blog » Documenting and reporting near misses in...

How to assess risks in your workplace

How to Assess Risks in your WorkplaceTopics covered Importance of Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment in the Workplace Job Hazard Analysis JHA Preparation Conducting the JHA and Defining the JHA Process Risk Assessment Composite Risk Management Process Steps Blog...

Root Cause Analysis for Safety Incidents in the Workplace

Root Cause Analysis for Safety Incidents in the WorkplaceTopics covered Best practices when conducting root cause analysis for safety incidents Examples of questions to ask in a root cause analysis What are the 4 steps in a root cause analysis? Blog » Root Cause...

Industrial Workplace Safety Tips for 2021

Industrial workplace safety tips for 2021Topics covered COVID-19 Training Worker engagement Safety-focused culture Wearing safety gear Proper use of equipment and tools Report safety hazards Communicating with workers Blog »Industrial workplace safety tips for...

How to Conduct a Job Hazard Analysis: JHA Checklist

How to Conduct a Job Hazard Analysis: JHA Checklist Topics covered Why it matters Conducting a JHA Starting the JHA Example JHA form Next steps Blog » How to conduct a job hazard analysis to keep workers safe A job hazard analysis (JHA)—sometimes called a job safety...

11 Actionable Ideas to Improve Safety Culture in the Workplace

11 Actionable ideas to improve safety culture in the workplace Investing in improving safety culture is a safe bet for increasing productivity in your operations by decreasing costly interruptions caused by incidents.Topics covered Signs of a poor safety culture Key...

Workplace accident investigation techniques

Workplace accident investigation techniquesTopics covered Why investigate? What needs to be investigated and who should be conducting the investigation? When should an employer investigate an accident? What should be investigated? How does an employer conduct the...

Understanding leading and lagging indicators of safety

Understanding leading and lagging indicators of safetyTopics covered Lagging indicators of safety examples Why lagging indicators are important Leading indicators of safety examples Why leading indicators matter Leading and lagging indicators work together Blog »...

What is the role of a health and safety committee?

What is the role of a health and safety committee?Topics covered Safety committee responsibilities Benefits of a safety committee Best practices for your safety committee Blog » What is the role of a health and safety committee? Your company wants to put the health...

14 Elements of OSHA’s Process Safety Management