Nov 7, 2023 | Health and Safety, Newsletter
The U.S. EPA has announced proposed rules that would ban most commercials uses of the chlorinated solvents trichloroethylene (TCE) and methylene chloride. These rules are intended to protect against potentially severe impacts to human health and the...
Oct 19, 2023 | Health and Safety, Newsletter
Both OSHA and EPA have regulations that govern the management of ignitable or combustible wastes. Unfortunately, the regulations from the two agencies seem to conflict with each other. When this happens, which regulation takes precedence? EPA’s RCRA...
Oct 18, 2023 | Health and Safety, Newsletter
In recognition of National Ergonomics Month, CMI is spotlighting the importance of ergonomics in making your workplace safer and more productive. Every day we use products designed to fit us based on who we are and our goals. We adjust car seats to drive...
Oct 18, 2023 | Health and Safety, Newsletter
An emergency action plan (EAP) is a written document required by a specific OSHA standard [29 CFR 1910.38(a)]. The purpose of an EAP is to facilitate and organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies. A poorly prepared plan, likely will lead to a...
Oct 18, 2023 | Health and Safety, Newsletter
While deaths from fires have trended downwards since the 1970’s and 1980’s we have seen a statistically significant increase in recent years from a record low in 2012, demonstrating an increased need for safe work and home practice. Preparedness is critical in...
Sep 20, 2023 | Health and Safety, Newsletter
In this article, we are sharing an OSHA Case Study that explores the topics of lockout tagout, the minor servicing exemption, and machine guarding. Read on to test your understanding of when and how OSHA’s minor servicing exemption can be applied. ...
