Human factors and ergonomics (commonly referred to as HF&E), also known as comfort design, functional design, and systems, is the practice of designing products, systems, or processes to take proper account of the interaction between them and the people who use them. Proper ergonomic design is necessary to prevent repetitive strain injuries and other musculoskeletal disorders, which can develop over time and can lead to long-term disability.
Underground Tank / Confined Space
In May 2016, Industrial Safety Professionals, Inc. was contracted to provide Health & Safety support for the relining of a 12,000-gallon underground diesel tank. The purpose of the relining was to repair a leak in the tank. The project took place at a 7-11 gas/food station in Temecula, CA.
ISPI Performs Grade D Breathing Air Monitoring
Industrial Safety Professionals, Inc. (ISPI) performed Grade D breathing air monitoring for bus and ambulance manufacturing facilities on November 3 and 4, 2015, respectively. The monitoring was performed in accordance with Cal/OSHA, Title 8, §5144. The purpose of the monitoring was to document the quality of air supplied to the paint booth respirators from the air compressors and met the Grade D breathing air requirements. In addition to monitoring, ISPI performed a visual inspection of the area to identify any potential issues that may need to be addressed.
The OHD Quantifit!
ISPI is excited to introduce a new piece of equipment, the OHD Quantifit! The Quantifit is, in fact, the best instrument available when performing a Quantitative Respirator Fit Test. Why?…
OHD has provided top-quality equipment and services to health care providers of occupational medicine. These products range from vision and hearing to OHD Fit Testers, spirometers, intoxylizers, and other products that relate to employee care.
HIDDEN HAZARDS
PROTECTING WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKERS FROM ENDOTOXINS AND HEPATITIS A
Few extensive studies have been conducted on potential airborne and surface hazards at wastewater treatment facilities. This article describes the assessment of one facility.
BY BRADLEY A. PRILL
Published in The Synergist Magazine