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TABLE OF CONTENTS
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
72 Breathe Easy
Today’s welding helmets and PAPR advancements mean that the prospect for worker safety is brighter than ever. by Victoria Frank
74 Respiratory Safety:
An Interview with Industry Experts
Respirators, when used correctly, can be an effective layer of protection for many tasks in and around a chemical plant. by Robyn Brooks
FACILITY SAFETY
80 Creating Safe Facilities
Companies should keep in mind that while standards are in place for a reason, exceeding them will always create a safer workplace. by Michael Hess
HEAD PROTECTION
86 Hard Hat Saves Lives for 100 Years
Think of your hard hat as a walking billboard promoting your company and its safety principles. by Stacey Simmons
88 Choosing a Hard Hat? Just Use Your Head
A hard hat is designed to protect from impacts that could damage the brain, so take its upkeep seriously. by Dennis Capizzi
EHS COMPLIANCE
90 How Mechanical Integrity Inspections
Can Help Meet OH&S Goals
Everything wears out eventually. Our work can determine when that “eventually” might be. by Keith Taylor
EMERGENCY EYEWASH & SHOWERS
92 Eyewash/Shower Protection— Trust But Verify!
Include it in all of your safety topics... first aid, chemicals, materials handling. Do whatever is needed
to ensure a working, well-documented, accurate program. by Linda J. Sherrard
ERGONOMICS
96 Ergonomic Assembly Tools Can
Ease the Pain of Manufacturing
Tool manufacturers are improving all aspects of their tools, including the shape, size, weight, balance, torque, vibration, speed, and noise. by Eric Dees
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
99 Occupational Health Risks: Asbestos
It is important to make sure workers are made aware of any presumed asbestos-containing materials found in buildings if they were built and installed before the 1980s. by Emily Liptak
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4 From the Editor 101 New Products 104 Product Literature
104 Classifieds
105 Advertiser Index
106 Breakthrough Strategies
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LOCKOUT/TAGOUT
16 Lockout/Tagout Challenges &
Best Practices for Health Care Facilities Clear, systemized safety procedures and good practices. by Bill Belongea
CHEMICAL SAFETY TRAINING
24 Getting It Right
Make sure the methods discussed for detecting the presence or release of chemicals line up with the specific chemicals and hazards you have at your facility. by Melissa McCaffrey
CONFINED SPACES
32 What You Need to Know About
OSHA’s Confined Space Standards
The standards for both general industry and construction place great emphasis on safety training. by Clare A. Epstein
36 The Complexities of Confined Space Safety
Permit-required confined space engages an extra level of planning and preparation. by Baxter Byrd
PROTECTIVE APPAREL
38 Rainwear Performance Considerations
for Electric Utility Workers
Utility workers need garments that provide protection, but also ensure they can be seen by others. by Mark R. Miller
44 Navigating Standards to Match Your Hazards
You should strive to select the best chemical protective clothing for worker protection. by Susan Lovasic
50 AR/FR Garment Considerations Often Overlooked in Summer
Especially in the summer months, employee comfort is a critical factor as wearer comfort directly impacts a user’s want-to-wear experience. by Scott Francis
HAND PROTECTION
54 A Frontline Medical Perspective
on Workplace Hand Injuries
Simple hand lacerations continue to plague work sites. by Jennifer Choi
CONSTRUCTION SAFETY
64 Just Add Water
Robotic hydrodemolition helps to simplify bridge repair.
by Peter Bigwood
68 How to Choose the Right Crane
The right type of crane can make or break your project. These seven tips will help you make the right choice as quickly as possible. by Vernon Glick
FALL PREVENTION
70 Getting Rid of Ladders =
Getting Rid of Traditional Ladders
Adding safety features to prevent accidents—even when ladders are misused. by Dave Francis
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