This document provides an overview of regulations, requirements, and best practices for working with trace amounts of asbestos. It discusses definitions of trace asbestos in various regulations and standards. Requirements outlined include bulk sampling, personal exposure monitoring, training, use of personal protective equipment, work practices, waste handling, and recordkeeping. The goal is to ensure proper procedures are followed even when dealing with very small amounts of asbestos to limit potential hazardous exposures.
Ventilation is necessary when confined space atmospheres contain hazardous gases, vapors, or oxygen deficiencies. Natural ventilation alone is usually insufficient and mechanical ventilation is often required, especially for hot work. Proper ventilation design considers the space configuration, hazards present, and work being performed to determine the appropriate ventilation method, such as general ventilation using fans or local exhaust. Factors like obstructions, multiple users, and long air hoses can reduce ventilation performance, so supplemental air sources may be needed.
The document discusses permit-required confined spaces and hazards associated with entry into such spaces. It defines a permit-required confined space as a space that is large enough for employee entry, has limited means of entry/exit, is not designed for continuous employee occupancy, and contains hazards such as hazardous atmospheres, engulfment, or configuration hazards. The document outlines requirements for permit-required confined space programs including procedures for entry permits, training, duties of attendants, entrants and supervisors, provision of equipment, and rescue services. It provides definitions of key terms and describes various atmospheric and other hazards that may be present within permit-required confined spaces.
Comparison of US and India Health and Safety RegulationsKartik Vora
This document provides an overview of the key differences between occupational safety and health legislations in the US and India. It outlines the agenda, including a comparison of critical requirements like walking surfaces, means of egress, ventilation, sanitation, medical requirements and more. The legislative frameworks in India and US are described at a high level. Key differences are highlighted for requirements around recording injuries, ventilation, sanitation, medical surveillance, confined spaces, fire protection and more. The document also notes some requirements that are in the Indian Factories Act but not in OSHA, and vice versa.
This document outlines alternative exposure control methods for tasks involving crystalline silica that are not listed in Table 1 or where the engineering controls, work practices, and respiratory protection in Table 1 are not fully implemented. It specifies that employee exposure to respirable crystalline silica must not exceed 50 μg/m3 averaged over 8 hours. It also details requirements for assessing employee exposure levels, monitoring, notifying employees, and using engineering and work practice controls to reduce exposure to or below the permissible exposure limit.
This document provides an overview of respiratory protection requirements and programs. It discusses the OSHA regulations on respiratory protection, the types of hazards employees may face, and how the hazard determines the necessary level of protection. It also outlines the key elements of an effective respiratory protection program, including hazard assessments, medical evaluations, fit testing, training, and proper respirator selection, use, and maintenance. The goal is to help employers understand their obligations to protect workers who may be exposed to airborne contaminants.
This document provides an overview of an IAQ (indoor air quality) course. The course covers standards and codes, the respiratory system, HVAC systems, contaminants, how to conduct IAQ investigations, and case studies. Typical IAQ complaints include respiratory irritation, coughing, and headaches. Causes can include actual problems like bacteria in HVAC systems or non-verifiable issues like mass psychogenic illness. Standards from organizations like OSHA, ASHRAE, ACGIH, and EPA are discussed. Maintaining good IAQ is important for productivity, health, and limiting liability.
Industrial Hygiene and PSM in Pharma industries Hangzhou, China 2013Kartik Vora
This document discusses applying industrial hygiene and process safety practices in the pharmaceutical industry. It describes conducting qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments to identify health hazards and determine employee exposures. Methods like using direct reading instruments, detector tubes, and active air monitoring are outlined. The need for exposure controls like containment, local exhaust ventilation, and personal protective equipment is discussed. Challenges in emerging markets and recommendations for improving practices are also presented.
Ventilation is necessary when confined space atmospheres contain hazardous gases, vapors, or oxygen deficiencies. Natural ventilation alone is usually insufficient and mechanical ventilation is often required, especially for hot work. Proper ventilation design considers the space configuration, hazards present, and work being performed to determine the appropriate ventilation method, such as general ventilation using fans or local exhaust. Factors like obstructions, multiple users, and long air hoses can reduce ventilation performance, so supplemental air sources may be needed.
The document discusses permit-required confined spaces and hazards associated with entry into such spaces. It defines a permit-required confined space as a space that is large enough for employee entry, has limited means of entry/exit, is not designed for continuous employee occupancy, and contains hazards such as hazardous atmospheres, engulfment, or configuration hazards. The document outlines requirements for permit-required confined space programs including procedures for entry permits, training, duties of attendants, entrants and supervisors, provision of equipment, and rescue services. It provides definitions of key terms and describes various atmospheric and other hazards that may be present within permit-required confined spaces.
Comparison of US and India Health and Safety RegulationsKartik Vora
This document provides an overview of the key differences between occupational safety and health legislations in the US and India. It outlines the agenda, including a comparison of critical requirements like walking surfaces, means of egress, ventilation, sanitation, medical requirements and more. The legislative frameworks in India and US are described at a high level. Key differences are highlighted for requirements around recording injuries, ventilation, sanitation, medical surveillance, confined spaces, fire protection and more. The document also notes some requirements that are in the Indian Factories Act but not in OSHA, and vice versa.
This document outlines alternative exposure control methods for tasks involving crystalline silica that are not listed in Table 1 or where the engineering controls, work practices, and respiratory protection in Table 1 are not fully implemented. It specifies that employee exposure to respirable crystalline silica must not exceed 50 μg/m3 averaged over 8 hours. It also details requirements for assessing employee exposure levels, monitoring, notifying employees, and using engineering and work practice controls to reduce exposure to or below the permissible exposure limit.
This document provides an overview of respiratory protection requirements and programs. It discusses the OSHA regulations on respiratory protection, the types of hazards employees may face, and how the hazard determines the necessary level of protection. It also outlines the key elements of an effective respiratory protection program, including hazard assessments, medical evaluations, fit testing, training, and proper respirator selection, use, and maintenance. The goal is to help employers understand their obligations to protect workers who may be exposed to airborne contaminants.
This document provides an overview of an IAQ (indoor air quality) course. The course covers standards and codes, the respiratory system, HVAC systems, contaminants, how to conduct IAQ investigations, and case studies. Typical IAQ complaints include respiratory irritation, coughing, and headaches. Causes can include actual problems like bacteria in HVAC systems or non-verifiable issues like mass psychogenic illness. Standards from organizations like OSHA, ASHRAE, ACGIH, and EPA are discussed. Maintaining good IAQ is important for productivity, health, and limiting liability.
Industrial Hygiene and PSM in Pharma industries Hangzhou, China 2013Kartik Vora
This document discusses applying industrial hygiene and process safety practices in the pharmaceutical industry. It describes conducting qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments to identify health hazards and determine employee exposures. Methods like using direct reading instruments, detector tubes, and active air monitoring are outlined. The need for exposure controls like containment, local exhaust ventilation, and personal protective equipment is discussed. Challenges in emerging markets and recommendations for improving practices are also presented.
The document summarizes personal breathing zone exposure monitoring conducted for isoflurane, an anesthetic agent, at a research facility in India. Air sampling found that exposures for surgeons, investigators, and support staff were all less than 10% of the UK workplace exposure limit when using induction chambers, nose hoses, and prototype local exhaust ventilation controls. Recommendations included improving the local exhaust ventilation and adding backup power to prevent releases during power outages. The monitoring found the engineering controls effectively reduced exposures below limits.
PDC on Risk and Hazard Assessment, Maharshi MehtaKartik Vora
This document discusses hazard and risk assessment. It provides an agenda for a presentation on the topic, including introductions to industrial hygiene, hazards, risk assessment tools, case studies, and demonstrations of risk assessment tools. Exposure limits for various chemicals are presented. Risk assessment methodologies like planning, site visits, ranking, and quantitative exposure monitoring are explained. Case studies and examples of risk assessment tools from organizations like HSE and ILO are demonstrated. The importance of comprehensive risk assessment for implementing controls and protecting worker health is emphasized.
This document provides an overview of OSHA regulations regarding personal protective equipment (PPE). It discusses that PPE is necessary to protect workers from hazards but is often not properly worn. Regulations require employers to conduct hazard assessments to determine necessary PPE, provide training to employees on proper use, and ensure compliance through documentation like certifications and programs. Specific PPE like eye/face protection, respiratory equipment, head protection, foot protection, and hearing protection each have their own standards regarding selection, use, and care.
The document describes an inspection conducted on 12/4/2016 of MMHE West yard, the largest fabrication yard in Malaysia, which found that while most health and safety systems were in good condition, there were five critical hazards identified - including risks from machinery, noise exposure, chemical storage, heat exposure, and lack of PPE - that required immediate corrective action from management to ensure compliance with relevant laws.
This document provides an overview of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. It discusses that employers must provide PPE when workplace hazards cannot be controlled through engineering or administrative controls. The document outlines OSHA regulations on assessing hazards, selecting appropriate PPE, and training employees on proper use. It describes various types of PPE including eye, face, head, foot, hand, respiratory and fall protection. Employers must provide PPE and train employees on use, and employees must properly use PPE required for their job.
The document discusses whether good indoor air quality improves workplace productivity. It begins by outlining factors that affect indoor air quality and productivity, such as HVAC systems, indoor pollutants, and thermal comfort. It then presents a case study where indoor air quality tests were conducted at an office facility. Improvements were made based on the results, including changing cleaning materials and adjusting ventilation. Follow-up testing showed reductions in pollutants and a 36% savings in absenteeism costs over one year. The study concludes that implementing measures to ensure good indoor air quality can significantly improve workplace productivity.
This document discusses updates to OSHA's silica rule, including new training materials, fact sheets, and videos about silica hazards. It provides details on engineering controls, exposure monitoring requirements, medical surveillance, and citations issued for violations. It also describes equipment that can help mitigate silica dust, such as exhaust systems, vacuums, sweepers, and blowing systems. Regular maintenance is important to ensure effectiveness of dust controls.
OSHA Fact Sheet: OSHA's Crystalline Silica Rule: Construction. OSHA is issuing two standards to protect workers from exposure to respirable crystalline silica - one for construction, and the other for general industry and maritime - in order to allow employers to tailor solutions to the specific conditions in their workplaces.
OSHA recently released its latest “Top 10” list of most frequently cited workplace safety violations. Hear our expert analyze the most common OSHA violations and the overall state of EHS regulatory compliance in 2018. As rule proposals are beginning to come out for 2019, stay ahead of the curve and find out what changes are possible in the coming year. Though it’s earlier in the process, it never hurts to get ahead of the game and prepare for future regulatory changes.
This document discusses OSHA standards for airborne chemical exposure and strategies for monitoring and controlling exposures. It provides definitions for key terms used in OSHA standards like time-weighted average (TWA), permissible exposure limits (PELs), short term exposure limits, and ceiling values. It also reviews strategies for developing exposure assessment programs, including characterizing work processes, prioritizing controls, and developing sampling protocols. Monitoring equipment and interpreting results are discussed. As an example, it reviews the specific OSHA standard for lead exposure.
Patrion McMickle has over 3 years of experience in industrial hygiene and safety, conducting evaluations to identify hazards. Specialized skills include sampling and monitoring for chemicals, noise, dust, and radiation. Current role involves industrial hygiene surveys for the Navy through a DoD contract, performing evaluations, implementing controls, and entering data into the DOEHRS-IH system. Education includes a Master's in Environmental Health from Old Dominion University and a Bachelor's in Biology from Norfolk State University, with relevant coursework in industrial hygiene, environmental health, epidemiology, toxicology, and chemistry.
This document summarizes several California safety orders related to occupational exposure to silica dust and other airborne contaminants. It outlines requirements for injury prevention programs, hazard assessments, ventilation controls, respiratory protection, and monitoring of airborne contaminant levels. The orders require employers to identify workplace hazards, implement engineering and administrative controls to limit employee exposures, and provide respiratory protective equipment when exposure limits are exceeded.
The document discusses personal protective equipment (PPE) and hazard analysis. It provides examples of common types of PPE like hard hats, gloves, and respirators. It outlines the hierarchy of controls and OSHA's requirements for employer payment of PPE. It discusses respiratory protection standards including medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and record keeping. It provides guidance on selecting the appropriate type of respirator for different hazards.
This document provides an overview of Process Safety Management (PSM) and summarizes the 14 elements required by OSHA's PSM standard. It describes each element, including process safety information, process hazard analysis, operating procedures, employee training, management of change, incident investigation, and compliance audits. The document provides guidance for small businesses on how to address each element and comply with PSM requirements for hazardous chemicals and processes.
This document summarizes the major requirements of OSHA's respiratory protection standard 29 CFR 1910.134. It outlines the organization of the standard and key requirements for employers including developing a written program, conducting hazard assessments to select appropriate respirators, implementing medical evaluation and fit testing procedures, training employees, and maintaining records. Employers must ensure respirators are properly used, maintained and that the program is regularly evaluated. The goal is to protect workers by providing respiratory protection when effective engineering controls are not feasible.
This past September, OSHA released its latest “Top 10” list of most frequently cited workplace safety violations. While the top five remain unchanged, there have been some shifts in the bottom half of the list, including the addition of Fall Protection – Training Requirements (1926.503).
This document provides information from a 2017 Cal/OSHA training on respirable crystalline silica. It can be found in many construction materials like concrete, rock, and sandstone. Exposure can cause serious lung diseases like silicosis and lung cancer. New OSHA standards specify exposure control methods and required respiratory protection for tasks involving silica-containing materials. Employers must assess employee exposures and follow controls to limit respirable silica levels.
The document summarizes new OSHA protocols for quantitative respirator fit testing using ambient aerosol condensation nuclei counters (CNC). The two new protocols have fewer exercises and a shorter duration compared to the original protocol. With these additions, OSHA's appendix now contains a total of six approved quantitative fit test protocols. Employers are not required to update their current fit testing methods. The new protocols became effective in September 2019.
This document contains questions and answers related to workplace hazards and controls for the NEBOSH International General Certificate exam. It addresses topics like fire hazards and prevention, mechanical hazards of equipment like pedestal drills, demolition work hazards, exposure limits for solvents, roof repair risks, violence prevention, land maintenance hazards, and respiratory protective equipment. Control measures involve equipment guarding, training, ventilation, chemical storage, emergency procedures, and personal protective gear. Effectiveness of respiratory equipment can be reduced by factors like improper fit testing, lack of training, valve malfunction, and not changing cartridges.
Federal OSHA and state regulations in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arkansas require H2S training for employees who may be exposed, but do not specify minimum training hours. API RP 49 recommends training content but also does not mandate hours. ANSI/ASSE Z390.1-2017 recommends a minimum of 3-4 hours for H2S training, but this is a non-binding recommended practice. The document concludes that training hours should be based on needs assessments for each situation, not on an arbitrary time requirement, in order to effectively teach content for learner comprehension.
The document summarizes personal breathing zone exposure monitoring conducted for isoflurane, an anesthetic agent, at a research facility in India. Air sampling found that exposures for surgeons, investigators, and support staff were all less than 10% of the UK workplace exposure limit when using induction chambers, nose hoses, and prototype local exhaust ventilation controls. Recommendations included improving the local exhaust ventilation and adding backup power to prevent releases during power outages. The monitoring found the engineering controls effectively reduced exposures below limits.
PDC on Risk and Hazard Assessment, Maharshi MehtaKartik Vora
This document discusses hazard and risk assessment. It provides an agenda for a presentation on the topic, including introductions to industrial hygiene, hazards, risk assessment tools, case studies, and demonstrations of risk assessment tools. Exposure limits for various chemicals are presented. Risk assessment methodologies like planning, site visits, ranking, and quantitative exposure monitoring are explained. Case studies and examples of risk assessment tools from organizations like HSE and ILO are demonstrated. The importance of comprehensive risk assessment for implementing controls and protecting worker health is emphasized.
This document provides an overview of OSHA regulations regarding personal protective equipment (PPE). It discusses that PPE is necessary to protect workers from hazards but is often not properly worn. Regulations require employers to conduct hazard assessments to determine necessary PPE, provide training to employees on proper use, and ensure compliance through documentation like certifications and programs. Specific PPE like eye/face protection, respiratory equipment, head protection, foot protection, and hearing protection each have their own standards regarding selection, use, and care.
The document describes an inspection conducted on 12/4/2016 of MMHE West yard, the largest fabrication yard in Malaysia, which found that while most health and safety systems were in good condition, there were five critical hazards identified - including risks from machinery, noise exposure, chemical storage, heat exposure, and lack of PPE - that required immediate corrective action from management to ensure compliance with relevant laws.
This document provides an overview of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. It discusses that employers must provide PPE when workplace hazards cannot be controlled through engineering or administrative controls. The document outlines OSHA regulations on assessing hazards, selecting appropriate PPE, and training employees on proper use. It describes various types of PPE including eye, face, head, foot, hand, respiratory and fall protection. Employers must provide PPE and train employees on use, and employees must properly use PPE required for their job.
The document discusses whether good indoor air quality improves workplace productivity. It begins by outlining factors that affect indoor air quality and productivity, such as HVAC systems, indoor pollutants, and thermal comfort. It then presents a case study where indoor air quality tests were conducted at an office facility. Improvements were made based on the results, including changing cleaning materials and adjusting ventilation. Follow-up testing showed reductions in pollutants and a 36% savings in absenteeism costs over one year. The study concludes that implementing measures to ensure good indoor air quality can significantly improve workplace productivity.
This document discusses updates to OSHA's silica rule, including new training materials, fact sheets, and videos about silica hazards. It provides details on engineering controls, exposure monitoring requirements, medical surveillance, and citations issued for violations. It also describes equipment that can help mitigate silica dust, such as exhaust systems, vacuums, sweepers, and blowing systems. Regular maintenance is important to ensure effectiveness of dust controls.
OSHA Fact Sheet: OSHA's Crystalline Silica Rule: Construction. OSHA is issuing two standards to protect workers from exposure to respirable crystalline silica - one for construction, and the other for general industry and maritime - in order to allow employers to tailor solutions to the specific conditions in their workplaces.
OSHA recently released its latest “Top 10” list of most frequently cited workplace safety violations. Hear our expert analyze the most common OSHA violations and the overall state of EHS regulatory compliance in 2018. As rule proposals are beginning to come out for 2019, stay ahead of the curve and find out what changes are possible in the coming year. Though it’s earlier in the process, it never hurts to get ahead of the game and prepare for future regulatory changes.
This document discusses OSHA standards for airborne chemical exposure and strategies for monitoring and controlling exposures. It provides definitions for key terms used in OSHA standards like time-weighted average (TWA), permissible exposure limits (PELs), short term exposure limits, and ceiling values. It also reviews strategies for developing exposure assessment programs, including characterizing work processes, prioritizing controls, and developing sampling protocols. Monitoring equipment and interpreting results are discussed. As an example, it reviews the specific OSHA standard for lead exposure.
Patrion McMickle has over 3 years of experience in industrial hygiene and safety, conducting evaluations to identify hazards. Specialized skills include sampling and monitoring for chemicals, noise, dust, and radiation. Current role involves industrial hygiene surveys for the Navy through a DoD contract, performing evaluations, implementing controls, and entering data into the DOEHRS-IH system. Education includes a Master's in Environmental Health from Old Dominion University and a Bachelor's in Biology from Norfolk State University, with relevant coursework in industrial hygiene, environmental health, epidemiology, toxicology, and chemistry.
This document summarizes several California safety orders related to occupational exposure to silica dust and other airborne contaminants. It outlines requirements for injury prevention programs, hazard assessments, ventilation controls, respiratory protection, and monitoring of airborne contaminant levels. The orders require employers to identify workplace hazards, implement engineering and administrative controls to limit employee exposures, and provide respiratory protective equipment when exposure limits are exceeded.
The document discusses personal protective equipment (PPE) and hazard analysis. It provides examples of common types of PPE like hard hats, gloves, and respirators. It outlines the hierarchy of controls and OSHA's requirements for employer payment of PPE. It discusses respiratory protection standards including medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and record keeping. It provides guidance on selecting the appropriate type of respirator for different hazards.
This document provides an overview of Process Safety Management (PSM) and summarizes the 14 elements required by OSHA's PSM standard. It describes each element, including process safety information, process hazard analysis, operating procedures, employee training, management of change, incident investigation, and compliance audits. The document provides guidance for small businesses on how to address each element and comply with PSM requirements for hazardous chemicals and processes.
This document summarizes the major requirements of OSHA's respiratory protection standard 29 CFR 1910.134. It outlines the organization of the standard and key requirements for employers including developing a written program, conducting hazard assessments to select appropriate respirators, implementing medical evaluation and fit testing procedures, training employees, and maintaining records. Employers must ensure respirators are properly used, maintained and that the program is regularly evaluated. The goal is to protect workers by providing respiratory protection when effective engineering controls are not feasible.
This past September, OSHA released its latest “Top 10” list of most frequently cited workplace safety violations. While the top five remain unchanged, there have been some shifts in the bottom half of the list, including the addition of Fall Protection – Training Requirements (1926.503).
This document provides information from a 2017 Cal/OSHA training on respirable crystalline silica. It can be found in many construction materials like concrete, rock, and sandstone. Exposure can cause serious lung diseases like silicosis and lung cancer. New OSHA standards specify exposure control methods and required respiratory protection for tasks involving silica-containing materials. Employers must assess employee exposures and follow controls to limit respirable silica levels.
The document summarizes new OSHA protocols for quantitative respirator fit testing using ambient aerosol condensation nuclei counters (CNC). The two new protocols have fewer exercises and a shorter duration compared to the original protocol. With these additions, OSHA's appendix now contains a total of six approved quantitative fit test protocols. Employers are not required to update their current fit testing methods. The new protocols became effective in September 2019.
This document contains questions and answers related to workplace hazards and controls for the NEBOSH International General Certificate exam. It addresses topics like fire hazards and prevention, mechanical hazards of equipment like pedestal drills, demolition work hazards, exposure limits for solvents, roof repair risks, violence prevention, land maintenance hazards, and respiratory protective equipment. Control measures involve equipment guarding, training, ventilation, chemical storage, emergency procedures, and personal protective gear. Effectiveness of respiratory equipment can be reduced by factors like improper fit testing, lack of training, valve malfunction, and not changing cartridges.
Federal OSHA and state regulations in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arkansas require H2S training for employees who may be exposed, but do not specify minimum training hours. API RP 49 recommends training content but also does not mandate hours. ANSI/ASSE Z390.1-2017 recommends a minimum of 3-4 hours for H2S training, but this is a non-binding recommended practice. The document concludes that training hours should be based on needs assessments for each situation, not on an arbitrary time requirement, in order to effectively teach content for learner comprehension.
The document outlines a hearing conservation program for Jubitz Truck Service Center. It establishes that the program is required for employees exposed to noise levels over 85 dBA and will include noise monitoring, annual audiometric testing, training on hearing protection, and recordkeeping. The general manager is responsible for administering the program, which involves ensuring noise monitoring and audiometric testing, providing training and hearing protection, notifying employees of results, and maintaining records. Employees must wear hearing protection in designated areas and participate in training.
The document discusses requirements for respiratory protection programs as outlined in OSHA standard 1910.134. It covers topics such as medical evaluation requirements to determine an employee's ability to use a respirator, fit testing to ensure a proper seal is achieved, maintenance and cleaning procedures, training, and voluntary respirator use requirements. The document provides an overview of these requirements and highlights that employers are responsible for providing appropriate respirators and ensuring affected employees receive proper training.
Occupational noise exposure can lead to permanent noise-induced hearing loss. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets permissible exposure limits and action levels to limit noise exposure. Employers must implement a hearing conservation program if workers are exposed to noise levels above 85 dBA, including noise monitoring, audiometric testing, training, and use of hearing protection. Engineering and administrative controls should be used to reduce noise sources where possible.
This document summarizes OSHA's asbestos standard for the construction industry. It defines asbestos and asbestos-containing materials. It outlines exposure limits and required engineering controls, work practices, respiratory protection, protective clothing, hygiene facilities for different classes of asbestos work. It also specifies duties of building owners and communication requirements regarding asbestos hazards.
Similar to Trace Asbestos Presentation from SA Herbst (20)
Event Report - SAP Sapphire 2024 Orlando - lots of innovation and old challengesHolger Mueller
Holger Mueller of Constellation Research shares his key takeaways from SAP's Sapphire confernece, held in Orlando, June 3rd till 5th 2024, in the Orange Convention Center.
At Techbox Square, in Singapore, we're not just creative web designers and developers, we're the driving force behind your brand identity. Contact us today.
Structural Design Process: Step-by-Step Guide for BuildingsChandresh Chudasama
The structural design process is explained: Follow our step-by-step guide to understand building design intricacies and ensure structural integrity. Learn how to build wonderful buildings with the help of our detailed information. Learn how to create structures with durability and reliability and also gain insights on ways of managing structures.
Building Your Employer Brand with Social MediaLuanWise
Presented at The Global HR Summit, 6th June 2024
In this keynote, Luan Wise will provide invaluable insights to elevate your employer brand on social media platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok. You'll learn how compelling content can authentically showcase your company culture, values, and employee experiences to support your talent acquisition and retention objectives. Additionally, you'll understand the power of employee advocacy to amplify reach and engagement – helping to position your organization as an employer of choice in today's competitive talent landscape.
Industrial Tech SW: Category Renewal and CreationChristian Dahlen
Every industrial revolution has created a new set of categories and a new set of players.
Multiple new technologies have emerged, but Samsara and C3.ai are only two companies which have gone public so far.
Manufacturing startups constitute the largest pipeline share of unicorns and IPO candidates in the SF Bay Area, and software startups dominate in Germany.
At Techbox Square, in Singapore, we're not just creative web designers and developers, we're the driving force behind your brand identity. Contact us today.
The Genesis of BriansClub.cm Famous Dark WEb PlatformSabaaSudozai
BriansClub.cm, a famous platform on the dark web, has become one of the most infamous carding marketplaces, specializing in the sale of stolen credit card data.
Navigating the world of forex trading can be challenging, especially for beginners. To help you make an informed decision, we have comprehensively compared the best forex brokers in India for 2024. This article, reviewed by Top Forex Brokers Review, will cover featured award winners, the best forex brokers, featured offers, the best copy trading platforms, the best forex brokers for beginners, the best MetaTrader brokers, and recently updated reviews. We will focus on FP Markets, Black Bull, EightCap, IC Markets, and Octa.
Discover timeless style with the 2022 Vintage Roman Numerals Men's Ring. Crafted from premium stainless steel, this 6mm wide ring embodies elegance and durability. Perfect as a gift, it seamlessly blends classic Roman numeral detailing with modern sophistication, making it an ideal accessory for any occasion.
https://rb.gy/usj1a2
Anny Serafina Love - Letter of Recommendation by Kellen Harkins, MS.AnnySerafinaLove
This letter, written by Kellen Harkins, Course Director at Full Sail University, commends Anny Love's exemplary performance in the Video Sharing Platforms class. It highlights her dedication, willingness to challenge herself, and exceptional skills in production, editing, and marketing across various video platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
Brian Fitzsimmons on the Business Strategy and Content Flywheel of Barstool S...Neil Horowitz
On episode 272 of the Digital and Social Media Sports Podcast, Neil chatted with Brian Fitzsimmons, Director of Licensing and Business Development for Barstool Sports.
What follows is a collection of snippets from the podcast. To hear the full interview and more, check out the podcast on all podcast platforms and at www.dsmsports.net
Easily Verify Compliance and Security with Binance KYCAny kyc Account
Use our simple KYC verification guide to make sure your Binance account is safe and compliant. Discover the fundamentals, appreciate the significance of KYC, and trade on one of the biggest cryptocurrency exchanges with confidence.
Company Valuation webinar series - Tuesday, 4 June 2024FelixPerez547899
This session provided an update as to the latest valuation data in the UK and then delved into a discussion on the upcoming election and the impacts on valuation. We finished, as always with a Q&A
Storytelling is an incredibly valuable tool to share data and information. To get the most impact from stories there are a number of key ingredients. These are based on science and human nature. Using these elements in a story you can deliver information impactfully, ensure action and drive change.
Best practices for project execution and deliveryCLIVE MINCHIN
A select set of project management best practices to keep your project on-track, on-cost and aligned to scope. Many firms have don't have the necessary skills, diligence, methods and oversight of their projects; this leads to slippage, higher costs and longer timeframes. Often firms have a history of projects that simply failed to move the needle. These best practices will help your firm avoid these pitfalls but they require fortitude to apply.
1. Trace Asbestos
“The Untold Story”
Presented by Ken Harenda & Dean Jacobsen
S.A. Herbst & Associates LLC
December 6, 2013
www.saherbst.com
(414) 727-7900
2. Trace Asbestos
• Regulations
• Bulk Sampling Requirements
• Personal Exposure Monitoring
• Training Requirements
• Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Work Practices
• Waste Handling
• Recordkeeping
4. Regulations
•
NESHAP / NR 447
•
AHERA
•
OSHA Construction Standard
•
OSHA General Industry Standard
•
OSHA Hazard Communications
•
DHS 159
5. Regulations
• NESHAP 40CFR 61 Subpart M/NR 447
Definition
• “ACM” means asbestos−containing material,
containing more than 1% asbestos.
Sampling Requirements
•Thorough pre-inspection required prior to renovation or
demolition.
•PLM testing. Point Count if PLM less than <1% to
10%.
6. Regulations
AHERA 40 CFR 763
• Definition
ACM – Material that contains more than 1% asbestos.
• Sampling Requirements
Inspect school building to identify all locations of ACBM
If collecting bulk samples analyze by PLM.
Not ACM if 1% or less by PLM.
Requirements for re-inspections and response actions only if
proven or assumed ACBM.
7. Regulations
OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101
• Regulates asbestos exposure in construction
• Definitions
Asbestos means any of the 6 asbestos minerals
ACM means contains more than 1% asbestos
• Sampling Requirements
(k)(5) Inspect and sample following AHERA to demonstrate
that PACM TSI & surfacing does not contain more than 1%
asbestos.
Drywall & Joint Compound are separate materials-must be
analyzed separately. OSHA Letter April 1997
8. Regulations
OSHA General Industry Standard 1910.1001
•
Definitions
Asbestos means any of the 6 asbestos minerals
ACM means material containing more than 1%
asbestos
•
Sampling Requirements
(j)(8) Inspect and sample following AHERA to
demonstrate that PACM TSI & surfacing does not
contain more than 1% asbestos.
9. Regulations
OSHA Hazard Communications 1910.1200
•
Definition
Chemical means any substance or mixture of
substances
•
Sampling Requirements
No sampling requirements
10. Regulations
DHS 159
•
Definition
ACM means material that contains more than 1%
asbestos
•
Sampling Requirements
Bulk sampling is an asbestos management activity
and must be done by certified inspector.
Exception for single family owner occupied housing
when done by owner
11. Personal Exposure Monitoring
OSHA General Industry Standard 1910.1001
•
Part (c) Comply with OSHA PEL 0.1 fibers/cc & EL 1.0
fibers/cc
•
Part (d) Initial Exposure Monitoring (PCM)
Breathing zone air samples
Employees who are, or may reasonably be expected to be,
exposed at or above PEL or EL
30 Minute Excursion - operations that are most likely to produce
exposures above the excursion limit
8 Hour Time Weighted Average - full-shift exposures representing
each shift for each employee in each job classification in each
work area.
Can also use objective data showing material won’t produce
asbestos above PEL or EL, or results from previous sampling
12. Personal Exposure Monitoring
OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101
•
Parts (c) & (f) Comply with OSHA PEL 0.1 fibers/cc & EL 1.0
fibers/cc
Breathing zone air samples that are representative of exposures
Immediately before or at start of operation
30 Minute Excursion - operations that are most likely to produce
exposures above the excursion limit
8 Hour Time Weighted Average – representing each shift for each
employee in each work area.
Can also use objective data showing material won’t produce
asbestos above PEL or EL, or results from previous sampling
13. Personal Exposure Monitoring
•
Must be done by a competent person
•
Negative Exposure Assessment (PCM)
•
Required Reoccurrence of Monitoring
General Industry (d)(3) – at least every 6 months where exposure
do or may exceed PEL and EL and, often enough to represent
with reasonable accuracy the levels of exposure of the
employees.
General Industry (d)(4) – Can stop when exposures are below
PEL & EL
Construction (f)(2) – at least every 12 months
Whenever there has been a change in process, control
equipment, personnel or work practices that may result in new or
additional exposures above the PEL or EL
14. Training
• AHERA
• OSHA General Industry
• OSHA Construction Standard
• OSHA Respirator Protection
• OSHA Hazard Communications
• DHS Training
15. Training
• AHERA Training Requirement
Inspectors trained according to model accreditation
plan
Designated person training
Maintenance and custodial staff only if building
contains ACBM
16. Training
OSHA General Industry 1910.1001
• (j)(7) Training if exposure at or above PEL or EL
(A) The health effects associated with asbestos exposure;
(B) The relationship between smoking and exposure to asbestos producing lung cancer:
(C) The quantity, location, manner of use, release, and storage of asbestos, and the
specific nature of operations which could result in exposure to asbestos;
(D) The engineering controls and work practices associated with the employee's job
assignment;
(E) The specific procedures implemented to protect employees from exposure to
asbestos, such as appropriate work practices, emergency and clean-up procedures,
and personal protective equipment to be used;
(F) The purpose, proper use, and limitations of respirators and protective clothing, if
appropriate;
(G) The purpose and a description of the medical surveillance program
(H) The content of the standard, including appendices.
17. Training
OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101
•
(k)(9)(viii) Training if exposure at or above PEL
(A) Methods of recognizing asbestos, including presumed building materials;
(B) The health effects associated with asbestos exposure;
(C) The relationship between smoking and asbestos in producing lung
cancer;
(D) The nature of operations that could result in exposure to asbestos, the
importance of controls to minimize exposure including, as applicable,
engineering controls, work practices, respirators, housekeeping
procedures, hygiene facilities, protective clothing, decontamination
procedures, emergency procedures, and waste disposal procedures,
and any necessary instruction in the use of these controls and
procedures;
(E) The purpose, proper use, fitting instructions, and limitations of
respirators;
18. Training
OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101
•
(k)(9)(viii) Training if exposure at or above PEL
(F) The appropriate work practices for performing the asbestos job;
(G) Medical surveillance program requirements;
(H) The content of this standard including appendices;
(I) Smoking cessation information; and
(J) The requirements for posting signs and affixing labels and the
meaning of the required legends for such signs and labels.
19. Training
OSHA General Industry & Construction
•
Initial training before or at time of assignment
•
Annual training
•
Conducted in a manner that the employee is able to
understand
•
Employer maintains records for 1 year after last date of
employment
20. Training
OSHA Respirator Protection 1910.134 (k)
•
Initial and annual training for required and voluntary use of
respirators
(i) Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit, usage, or
maintenance can compromise the protective effect of the respirator;
(ii) What the limitations and capabilities of the respirator are;
(iii) How to use the respirator effectively in emergency situations, including
situations in which the respirator malfunctions;
(iv) How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the
respirator;
(v) What the procedures are for maintenance and storage of the respirator;
(vi) How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent
the effective use of respirators; and
(vii) The general requirements of the standard.
21. Training
OSHA Hazard Communication 1910.1200
•
Applies for General Industry if any amount of asbestos
•
Applies for Construction when installing new materials
•
Employers provide hazard communication program, labels and
other forms of warning, safety data sheets, and information and
training
•
(h)(3) Initial training at time of assignment
Methods and observations to detect the presence or release of a hazardous
chemical in the work area
Hazards of the chemical
Protective measures such as work practices & PPE
Company’s hazard communication program
Update training to reflect hazard communication regulation changes-labels and
safety data sheets plus new hazards
23. Personal Protective Equipment
•
OSHA General Industry
•
OSHA Construction Standard
•
OSHA Respiratory Standard
Respirators & protective clothing required if exposure
at or above PEL or EL
Hygiene facility if exposed at or above PEL or EL
General Industry (i) - Clean change area, shower
Construction (j) - Poly drop cloth, HEPA vacuum
24. Work Practices
OSHA General Industry Standard
•
(f) Minimal Requirements above the PEL / EL
Establish regulated area
Demarcate area and restrict access
Post warning sign
Local exhaust ventilation for tools
Wet methods
No compressed air without collection system
No sanding of flooring
No employee rotation to reduce exposure
Written program to reduce exposures below PEL & EL
25. Work Practices
OSHA General Industry Standard
(k) Minimal Requirements <1%
•
Spill clean up as soon as possible
•
HEPA vacuums
•
No dry sweeping unless wet methods and HEPA vacuums
are not feasible
•
Impermeable containers for waste. OSHA label not required
(j)(6)(ii)
26. Work Practices
OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101 (g)
Minimal Requirements regardless of level of exposure
•
Wet methods for handling, removal, cleanup
•
Prompt clean up in leak tight containers
•
No high speed saws without point of cut ventilator or HEPA
enclosure
•
No compressed air without collection system
•
No employee rotation to reduce exposure
27. Work Practices
OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101 (g)
Minimal Requirements regardless of level of exposure
•
No smoking in work area
•
(l)(1) When vacuuming use HEPA vacuums.
•
See also OSHA 11/24/03 letter
28. Work Practices
OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101 (g)
Minimal Requirements above the PEL / EL
•
Establish regulated area
•
Demarcate work area and restrict access
•
Warning Sign
•
Local exhaust ventilation equipped with HEPA filter
•
Enclosure or isolation of processes producing asbestos dust
29. Work Practices
From DHHS (NIOSH) Publication Number 2003-141 Regarding Vermiculite
•
..”disturbing contaminated vermiculite with less than 1% asbestos can still result
in hazardous concentrations of airborne asbestos fibers.”
•
Recommended practices
Avoid handling or disturbing loose vermiculite
Isolate work areas with temporary barriers or enclosures to avoid spreading fibers
Use wet methods, if feasible, to reduce exposure
Never use compressed air for cleaning
Avoid dry sweeping, shoveling, or other dry clean-up methods
Use disposable protective clothing or clothing that is left in the workplace. Do not
launder work clothing with family clothing
Use proper respiratory protection.
Dispose of waste and debris contaminated with asbestos in leak-tight containers in
accordance with OSHA and EPA standards.
30. Work Practices
DHS 159
For renovations always assume vermiculite insulation
contains greater than 1% asbestos
31. Waste Handling Practices
• WDNR
Dispose at solid waste or C&D landfill
• OSHA Construction Standard 1926.1101(g)(1)(iii)
Prompt cleanup and disposal of wastes and debris
contaminated with asbestos in leak tight containers
32. Record Keeping
OSHA General Industry/ Construction Standards
•
Exposure Monitoring – 30 years
•
Training – at least 1 year
•
Medical Evaluations – 30 years after last date of
employment
•
Fit Testing – at least 1 year