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EPCRA requires industry to report on the storage, use and releases of hazardous substances to federal, state, and local agencies. About 500,000 products are covered to report under hazardous chemical storage requirements (Section 311/312). About 650 toxic chemicals and categories are covered to report under toxic chemical release inventory (Section 313). About 1000 chemicals are […]

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Lockout/Tagout placed fourth in OSHA’s Top-10 list of most-cited violations

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OSHA General Duty Clause

The General Duty Clause of the United States Occupational Safety and Health Act (Federal OSHA) states: 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)1: Each employer shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm […]

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An Overview of Most Frequently Cited Lockout/Tagout Standards by OSHA
– Establish a LOTO Program
– Develop Machine Specific Procedures
– Conduct Periodic Inspections
– Provide Lockout/Tagout Training
– Proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures

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Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) Audit Checklist General Recordkeeping Requirements Has the facility completed a ODS equipment inventory? Are copies of all service reports for any service, maintenance, repair, or disposal available for inspection? Are records indicating the amount of refrigerant added, recovered, or recycled available for inspection? Are records indicating the type of equipment used […]

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