Enforcement from Oct 2021 through Sept 2022 Total citations: 2,395 Total inspections: 1,077 Total proposed penalties: $4,901,384 Most Frequently Violated OSHA Standard Ranking – Number 3 Industries most often violating the respiratory protection standard: Health Care and Social Assistance: 761 citations, 368 inspections, $2,293,206 in penalties Manufacturing: 852, 366, $1,527,001 Construction: 237, 115, $348,447 Other…
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The Force Typhoon™ 8 twin filter half mask with Typhoon™ valve offers all day comfort and superior low breathing resistance. The durable thermoplastic rubber mask has a low-profile design that fits with other above the neck PPE. It is made with a fully adjustable 4-point cradle suspension. A low resistance exhalation valve increases comfort and…
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“A standard for carrying out the proper way to carry out fit testing was long overdue and has been immensely helpful in the field of respiratory protection. At OHD, we commend those who further our mission of protecting the world’s workforce.” Dr. Stephanie Lynch, PhD, OHD, LLP, Product Manager, Occupational Health Dynamics (OHD). 205-980-0180. www.ohdusa.com…
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Dräger’s X-plore 8500 powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) with new headpieces offers a robust system with expanded technical capabilities that increase productivity and total cost of ownership to filter hazardous substances from the ambient air. Designed to support various components and accessories, the new system can be customized to meet diverse application requirements while providing exceptional…
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Ranking: #2 The Risks Respirators protect workers against insufficient oxygen environments, harmful dusts, fogs, smokes, mists, gases, vapors and sprays. These hazards may cause cancer, lung impairment, diseases or death. Compliance with the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard could avert hundreds of deaths and thousands of illnesses annually. Respirators protect the user in two basic ways.…
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“A standard for carrying out the proper way to carry out fit testing was long overdue and has been immensely helpful in the field of respiratory protection. At OHD, we commend those who further our mission of protecting the world’s workforce.” Dr. Stephanie Lynch, PhD (Product Manager), OHD, LLLP, 205.980.0180, www.ohdglobal.com. History Developed by ANSI…
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Ranking: 3 A Workplace Story A California Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (CA/FACE) Program report: A bathtub refinisher, working alone in a small apartment bathroom, died of methylene chloride exposure while using the chemical to remove paint from a bathtub. The victim was not wearing any respiratory protection. The bathroom had a small, open window…
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OHD, LLLP is proud to present the next generation of fit test adapters for users who utilize OHD’s controlled negative pressure technology (Fit Tester 3000, Quantifit®, QuantiFit2®). The OHD PURE Adapter allows users to dial up their program based on the specific situation, climate and application. The revolutionary new PURE Adapter allows users to fully…
Read More >>Global occupational health and workplace hazard monitoring expert Casella has announced its schedule of industry leading webinars for 2021. The schedule of free to attend, virtually accessible webinars cover Casella’s areas of core competency, including workplace monitoring for dust, gas and vapour hazards, as well as instrumentation usage and best practice. The sessions will also cover monitoring…
Read More >>By Maureen Paraventi, Editor Clothed in protective gear, surrounded by flying sparks, the welder wields a powerful energy source and generates heat up to 15000°F in order to fuse two materials together into a strong joint – called a weldment – that will be permanent once the parts cool. An economical and efficient process, welding…
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