http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/default.aspxen-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Debug Build: 60217.2664)http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/07/03/training_fireworks_safety_precautions.aspxFri, 03 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1206ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1206.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1206Fireworks are fun, but they are also dangerous—even deadly—if not used safely. Our Safety Training Tips editor urges you to dedicate some training time to make sure employees know the dangers of fireworks before the July 4 holiday.Traininghttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/07/02/enforcement_inspection_osha_employers_accountability.aspxThu, 02 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1205ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1205.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1205Yesterday, we described OSHA’s new enhanced enforcement initiatives. Today, we provide you with an essential safety and health resource that can help you respond to enforcement changes as well as additional compliance requirements that are likely as the new OSHA administration gains momentum.Enforcement and Inspectionhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/07/01/enforcement_inspection_osha_employer_accountability.aspxWed, 01 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1204ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1204.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1204Acting OSHA administrator Jordan Barab says that OSHA is gearing up to go after employers that are not meeting their obligations under the OSH Act. A new enhanced enforcement program is in the works.Enforcement and Inspectionhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/06/30/safety_management_signs_tags_specifications.aspxTue, 30 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1203ckilbourne1http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1203.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1203OSHA says that its specifications for workplace safety signs and tags apply to the design, application, and use of all signs or symbols intended to indicate and define specific hazards. Safety Managementhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/06/29/safety_management_color_coding.aspxMon, 29 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1202ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1202.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1202All employees need to know the meaning of the different colors you use on safety signs and tags around your facility. Colors indicate at a glance the hazards and levels of danger. Safety Managementhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/06/26/training_safety_training_documentation_recordkeeping.aspxFri, 26 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1196ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1196.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1196Today our Safety Training Tips editor tackles the question of whether you can get away with not documenting every bit of your safety training. We think you can guess the answer to this one.Traininghttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/06/25/training_arc_flash_safety_precautions.aspxThu, 25 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1195ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1195.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1195The best way to prevent arc flash or to protect workers in the event of an accident is through effective training. In addition to being “qualified” under OSHA’s electrical standard, workers who may be exposed to arc flash hazards need to understand why arc flash occurs, how to prevent it, and safe work practices to prevent injury.Traininghttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/06/24/safety_management_arc_flash.aspxWed, 24 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1194ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1194.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1194Each year, more than 2,000 workers are treated in burn centers with severe arc flash injuries. The cost of treatment per injured worker can exceed $1 million, not counting litigation fees, insurance increases, and the costs of accident investigations and possible penalties.Safety Managementhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/06/23/safety_management_fire_prevention_policy.aspxTue, 23 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1193ckilbourne0http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1193.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1193Yesterday, we talked about OSHA-required fire prevention plans. Today, we turn our focus to workplace fire prevention policies. A comprehensive fire prevention policy backs up your emergency plans and formalizes your fire prevention program.Safety Managementhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2009/06/22/safety_management_fire_prevention_plans.aspxMon, 22 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMTd41f1d89-8bcd-45c6-82d9-dc5c7ed081a0:1192ckilbourne1http://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/comments/1192.aspxhttp://safetydailyadvisor.blr.com/commentrss.aspx?PostID=1192There are some 100,000 workplace fires every year in the United States, resulting in losses in the billions of dollars. And the human toll is high as well. The National Safety Council estimates that fires and burns account for 3 percent of all occupational fatalities.Safety Management