Safety Knights

Scissor lift written program

Would anyone have a scissor lift written program (preferably from a general industry setting) they would be willing to share? I am not wanting to copy it, necessarily, but to make sure I am including things I should be including. We have scaffolding also, so I'm guessing it could be included in the policy as well considering it all falls under the same standard? We have had a written policy before but I'm going through all of our policies and programs to review for annual and revise if needed.

Cold Stress/ Winter Weather training

Does anyone have a good winter weather/ cold stress training PowerPoint that they use that I could steal :)

Heavy Equipment Inspection Books - Bilingual

Has anyone found a vendor for bilingual English and Spanish equipment inspection books?

EH&S Consultants

As someone who has had to hire dozens of EH&S consultants over the years, from training, to policy procedure development, to ISO support, etc. I am curious for others; What are the most important aspects to you, when you are hiring a consultant? Let me know below, and feel free to comment your thoughts.

Camera recommendations

Anyone have any PIT camera recommendations? I already saw a demo with OneTrack.Ai. I want visibility into the operator's area not just around the equipment.

Predictive AI vision monitoring software

Looking for anyone using video based monitoring software like Intenseye, Voxel, Protex AI, etc. Trying to compare them & hoping for feedback.

Best Practice for Work at Height + Rescue Standards? Need Guidance

Hi everyone, I’d appreciate your insights on best practices for work at height and rescue planning. Currently, our setup is: We hire an IRATA Level 3 technician to design the work station, supervise the job, and act as the primary rescue lead. We follow an internal guideline that requires the rescue team to initiate rescue within 15 minutes. Because of this, we don’t rely on external emergency services (e.g., 911) as the primary rescue method — only as a backup. My questions are: 1. Is this level of strictness normal or excessive? 2. What are the accepted minimum standards or safe benchmarks for work-at-height rescue response time? 3. Do most companies use internal trained rescue teams, or do they rely more on external emergency services? 4. Are there recognized standards (OSHA, IRATA, SPRAT, EN standards, etc.) that outline what “reasonable” rescue preparedness should look like? Any advice, experience, or references would be very helpful. Thank you!

Safety Gear/PPE Nerd

Do any other Safety Knights completely nerd out over PPE or safety gear? I'm sure most of us do a little bit...but man, I really love it when I get to wear my vest and hard hat, etc. I'm such a nerd about it, my favorite color is hi-viz yellow with reflective stripes. I'm always looking for something to add into my rotation of vests, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, etc. When I watch movies and TV and see PPE, I'm trying to identify the brand/style the actor is wearing and if they are using it correctly. Back when I was a firefighter, I would critique movies for bunker gear failures. Please tell me there's others out there like me? lol

Creative Warehouse Storage Idea Vetting

Our warehouse team has been tasked with taking greater advantage of vertical space while not occupying space that is already set aside for more production. Therefore, I'm fielding some interesting questions and I'm hoping to get some feedback to validate my thinking. 1. Storing palletized materials above wall battery chargers. I'm planning to say No to this due to the proximity to combustible material. The pallets will contain paper packaging products and will be shrink-wrapped on wooden pallets. 2. Building racking above a walkway that would allow people/materials to pass under. This one I'm borderline on, since the same idea is used in places like NYC where there are pedestrian paths underneath scaffolding structures. - There would be a solid surface for the materials to rest on (not wire grating or open storage). - The racking would be two pallets deep, using a reach truck to access and remove. I haven't found a regulation that would prohibit this type of setup, and they haven't yet reached out to the vendor to see if this type of design is even structurally possible. Our facility also has AMR Robots where if we can't allow people through the path then we could just allow the robots. I'm having trouble uploading photos but will try to do so in the comments. Also, feel free to tell me I'm an idiot for entertaining these LOL.

OSHA Recordkeeping & Reporting - If you are located in Northeastern Wisconsin!

From an expert who had been doing it for almost 50 years!

CIT Study Materials

Which entity have you all 1) used 2) heard of and 3) recommend for studying of the CIT?

Job Opportunity

Sharing from LinkedIn - Integra is hiring in TX. We’re Hiring a Safety Superstar! Hey Team, Big news – we’re on the hunt for a Safety Manager who’s ready to make safety the star of the show! If you love keeping things running smoothly, solving problems before they happen, and making sure everyone gets home safe, this is your moment. What’s the gig? Be the go-to safety guru on our sites Lead programs that keep us compliant (and awesome)! Coach and guide site safety staff Run training and risk assessments like a pro Help us build a culture where safety isn’t just a rule, it’s a way of life. If you meet the qualifications, we want you on the team! And if you’re not quite there yet, don’t sweat it, keep growing, keep learning. There will be more chances to join us down the road. Ready to make safety your stage? Apply now and let’s make it happen! https://lnkd.in/dPcK9TAn

PSIF VS Near-miss program thoughts

Hi everyone I hope you all are safe! Thoughts on having pSIF programs vs. near-miss programs? I saw a post somewhere that stated they’re better and can help reduce injuries. I also did some light research that you can combine these two for optimal effectiveness. I’d love to hear from anyone with this experience.

Lift Table Skirts

Are lift table skirts required? I had an OSHA Inspector mention at another facility that they want to see them. I told that to our Maintenance person at another facility and he hit me with the "I googled it and there's no standard for it." and then hit me with the "train people not to put their hands there and we're fine" It was a terrific exchange.

Prescription Safety Glasses

I seem to recall a post at one time that dealt with Prescription Safety Glasses but cannot find it. My manager, our VP of Operation, surprised me by shooting out an email to all our management team that safety glasses usage was going to now be enforced. It's always been a policy in our shop and service trucks but never truly enforced. We had some locations and companies better than others at ensuring everyone was complying. Today, we were talking and he asked if we had a reimbursement program for prescription safety glasses. When I first started I was able to get approval for $75 reimbursement. That has been almost 10 years ago or more and we get very few who take advantage of it due to the low reimbursement value. He talked about getting with our owner and seeing if we can get it bumped up. So, I'm curious who all reimburses for prescription safety glasses and if you do, up to what amount do you reimburse and what frequency? Ours is also every two years unless they are damaged during the course of working.

Sodium-Ion vs Lithium-Ion Battery - Safety Comparison

Sodium-Ion vs Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Comparison Overview Sodium-Ion Batteries (Na-ion): Emerging alternative to lithium-ion; use sodium ions for charge transfer; abundant and low-cost. Sodium-Ion Statistics: Energy Density: 90–160 Wh/kg; Fire Hazard Severity: Moderate; Electrolyte Flammability: Yes; Thermal Runaway Temp: Slightly higher; Mitigation Strategies: BMS, thermal sensors, ceramic separators; SEI Breakdown Temp: 176 °F / 80 °C; Electrolyte Decomposition: 302 °F / 150 °C; Runaway Propagation Temp: 392 °F / 200 °C; Hazardous Off-Gas Produced: CO, HF, organics (moderate); Severity of Off-Gas: Moderate. Lithium-Ion Batteries (Li-ion): Industry standard; use lithium ions for charge transfer; higher energy density. Lithium-Ion Statistics: Energy Density: 150–250 Wh/kg; Fire Hazard Severity: High; Electrolyte Flammability: Yes; Thermal Runaway Temp: Lower; Mitigation Strategies: BMS, flame-retardant electrolyte, cooling systems; SEI Breakdown Temp: ~158–176 °F / ~70–80 °C; Electrolyte Decomposition: ~212–302 °F / ~100–150 °C; Runaway Propagation Temp: ~320–392 °F / ~160–200 °C; Hazardous Off-Gas Produced: CO, HF, organics (high); Severity of Off-Gas: High. Note: Lithium-ion values are approximate and can vary by chemistry. Sodium-ion thresholds are generally slightly higher, meaning they may resist thermal runaway longer but it can still occur. Disclaimer: This document is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect all local requirements. Always verify compliance with your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) before proceeding, as regulations and standards can vary by location. Liability Notice: The author assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from the use of this document. Users are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws, codes, and standards. © Jeff Romine, CSP. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without prior written permission from the author.

Training Opportunity - OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping Training (Virtual)

We are hosting a five-and-a-half-hour (5.5) virtual training class that will cover Part 1904 Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses on Tuesday, January 13th! Students will learn OSHA requirements for documenting recordable occupational injuries and illnesses, and reporting specific cases to OSHA. Learners will get hands-on experience with examples of injuries and illnesses and how to classify them as first-aid, recordable, reportable, or both. Employers will learn their responsibilities under OSHA regarding recordkeeping and reporting requirements. You will get to practice completing an OSHA Form 300 Log and OSHA Form 300A Summary with examples of injuries and illnesses. You will also learn how to calculate Total Recordable Rates (TRR) and Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred Rates (DART). You will receive an OSHA Injury and Illness Quick Guide PDF as part of the coursework for this class. The cost is $259. Register here: https://trianglesafetyllc.com/safetyresources/p/osha-injury-and-illness-recordkeeping

Let's do a mental health check!

Let's do a mental health check! Respond to the poll on how you are doing. HOW ARE YOU FEELING?

Eyewash Stations

We use Cintas at one of our facilities. We have 5 stations and they charge $188/unit for their service. It's outrageous. What would I have to do to take this in house? Can I just buy wall mounted units? How often would I have to change out the contents of the units?

Powered Floor Cranes attachment lift capacity

Recently, a team member decided to replace the attachment that came with one of our powered floor cranes because it was too short. They went and made one up themselves with nuts, bolts, and a chain. (See picture) I went and removed said attachment, stating it was not in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and had not been tested to have the crane's lifting capacity (2500 lbs.). The facility manager brought up a spec from Google regarding the bolt's shear rating, which was well above the crane's minimum capacity. This is the issue I have to deal with: telling team members this is wrong and not to do this, and managers saying, "Well, not really." Well, that is the start to my week. I hope everyone else has a better start to theirs.