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2017 News Archive

12/15/2017 - Silica Standard
Crystalline silica is a common mineral found in many industrial products and at construction sites. Inhaling very small crystalline silica particles, causes multiple health issues. OSHA has issued a new rule regarding silica. The new rule requires that employers use engineering controls to reduce workers’ exposure to silica dust. 1Source Safety and Health, Inc. can help you understand silica and its risks. I have included a few articles below that I hope you find helpful. Please feel ...
12/5/2017 - OSHA's Top Stories
1Source Safety and Health, Inc. has been and continues to be committed to providing the highest level of expertise to our clients. We are pleased to announce that Michael Campagna has recently earned the certified industrial hygienist (CIH) designation by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene. We now have nine CIH’s on our staff as well as four certified safety professionals (CSP), in addition to a certified professional ergonomist, a certified safe patient handling professional and ...
11/20/2017 - Fire Safety
Today I'd like to share some information with you about workplace fire safety. Every employer should train their employees about fire hazards. They should also know how to properly use firefighting equipment. At 1Source, experienced fire safety professionals will educate you and your staff on proper fire safety management. I've included a few articles below that you might find useful. Please feel free to e-mail me and we can set aside some time to discuss how we can assist you training ...
11/2/2017 - Lead Paint
Today I'd like to share some information with you about lead paint. If you occupy a building built before 1978, chances that there is lead paint on the walls. Determining if it is lead paint is the first step. At 1Source, experienced Lead Surveyor and Risk Assessors will conduct a survey and guide you through the process of the removal of the paint. Below are a few articles that I think will be of use to you. Please feel free to e-mail me and we can set aside some time to discuss how we ...
10/18/2017 - When is Acceptable IAQ?
Today I'd like to share with you some information on air quality. The quality of indoor air is important to any person entering offices, schools, other workplaces, etc. Poor air quality can lead to physical and mental problems for you and your employees. We here at 1Source have professionals that will work with you to identify or rule out potential contributors of poor air quality. Please feel free to e-mail me and we can set aside some time to discuss how we can assist you with any air ...
10/3/2017 - Machine Guarding
Today I'd like to talk to you about Machine Guarding. Any machine part, function, or process that may cause injury must be safeguarded. When the operation of a machine or accidental contact injure the operator or others in the vicinity, the hazards must be eliminated or controlled. Our knowledge and experience will assist you to comply with Machine Guarding standards and regulations. Below are a few articles that I think will be of help to you. Please feel free to e-mail me and we can set ...
9/13/2017 - Building Pre-Demo and NESHAP
Today I'd like to talk to you about Building Pre-Demo and NESHAP. Many hazards are involved in demolition work, but they can be controlled with the proper planning, the right personal protective equipment, necessary training, and compliance with EPA and OSHA standards. Our knowledge and experience will assist you to comply with EPA and OSHA standards and regulations. Below are some articles that I think will be of help to you. Please feel free to e-mail me and we can set aside some time to ...
8/18/2017 - Return on Investment
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Today I'd like to share with you some information about Return of Investment. If you invest in your company's safety and health you will see a dramatic cost savings in many areas. Additionally, you may see improvements in financial performance and productivity. Below are some articles that I think will be of help to you. Please feel free to e-mail me ...
8/1/2017 - Hex Chromium Risks
Daniel M Bruun, CIH Vice President, Construction Safety, Asbestos Lead Management Today I'd like to share with you some information about Hexavalent Chromium and it's effect on the health of your staff. Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium can occur from inhalation, eye or skin contact. We can help with the review and development of written policies and programs, to help you comply with OSHA regulations. Knowledge of the ...
7/17/2017 - Robotics and Safety Concerns
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Manufacturing clearly has the broadest spectrum of safety and health related needs. 1Source Safety and Health has diverse experience throughout the manufacturing sector and therefore we can provide services to address any safety and health issues. Our staff of certified professionals have assisted our clients in all aspects of safety and health. Please ...
6/19/2017 - Health & Safety Audits - Summer Heat Can Kill
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Health & Safety Audits offer the best return on investment when conducted by experienced and seasoned professionals. 1Source is able to provide a well-rounded audit team including Certified Professional Environmental Auditors. They come equipped with strong technical knowledge of the national, state, and local safety and health requirements and exceptional ...
6/2/2017 - IH Air Sampling Surveys
Harry M. Neill, CIH Vice President, Mold and Indoor Air Quality Service Are you interested in proactive Indoor Air Quality surveys for your company? They identify potential problems via walk-through surveys and proactive sampling. 1Source's Planned Indoor Air Quality Management Program will help your facility management group regulate its cost and and create a controlled work environment that has been demonstrated to be acceptable to the occupants. Please feel ...
5/17/2017 - OSHA Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP)
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Do you want to be a leader in your industry in the safety and health field? We can help you achieve this by guiding you through the entire process of becoming an OSHA VPP (Voluntary Protection Program) participant. VPP is a proven, effective management system and the benefits far outweigh the cost. 1Source Safety and Health, Inc. has helped a wide range of company sizes in a wide ...
5/8/2017 - Workplace Noise
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Today I'd like to share with you some information about workplace noise. It is well documented that as sound levels increase so does hearing loss as well as other undesirable health effects which can lead to accidents. The professionals at 1Source Safety and Health have the experience and expertise to quantitate employee noise exposures for OSHA compliance as well as community noise emissions from facilities that have ...
4/13/2017 - OSHA Top 10 List of Violations
Chris Schneider, CIH President The 10 most frequently cited safety and health violations has just been released by OSHA (see below). Our professionals at 1Source can help you come up with a plan to conduct mock OSHA safety and health audits to find out where your company's programs and performance can be improved. Please feel free to e-mail me and we can set aside some time to discuss how we can help with your safety and health ...
3/31/2017 - Odor & Indoor Air Quality
Harry M. Neill, CIH Vice President, Mold and Indoor Air Quality Services Do you have odor complaints within your building? If so, you know how challenging it can be to identify the source and mitigate it! The professionals at 1Source have developed a specific protocol that has been successful in identifying odors and odor sources that are both internal and external to a building. We can help your company investigate the quality of air ...
3/17/2017 - Silica Standard - Saving Lives
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Did you know that over 2,300,000 workers are exposed to silica, and that OSHA estimates that the rule will save over 600 lives and prevent more than 900 new cases of silicosis each year, once its effects are fully realized. The Final Rule is projected to provide net benefits of about $7.7 billion, annually. To realize these benefits, OSHA has issued two standards to protect workers ...
3/3/2017 - OSHA's No. 2 Citation - Hazard Communication
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Of the top 10 OSHA citations for 2016, Hazard Communication comes in at No. 2. Yes, the standard dates back to the 1980's and one would think that everyone is compliant, but companies fail to keep current with safety data sheets (SDS's), inventory lists, training, labelling, recordkeeping and more, making it an easy target for an OSHA inspector. Are you sure your program is compliant? ...
2/17/2017 - Asbestos
Daniel M Bruun, CIH Vice President Construction Safety, Asbestos Lead Management Asbestos is well recognized as a health hazard and its use is now highly regulated by OSHA, EPA, state agencies and some cities. Asbestos must be managed during building renovations and demolitions. 1Source is a leader in asbestos investigations, abatement designs and project management. We provide a professional team including experience in ...
2/3/2017 - Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Colin J. Brigham, VP Safety Management & Ergonomics Greetings! Protecting your employees from unexpected release of energy is critical to the safety of your entire staff. 1Source Safety and Health, Inc. can help you to properly address this exposure by working with you to develop and implement compliant hazardous energy control programs, develop equipment-specific HECP, and provide training. 1Source staff has been helping employers since 1987 to implement ...
1/20/2017 - OSHA Final Rule on Fall Protection Systems
Daniel M Bruun, CIH Vice President Construction Safety, Asbestos Lead Management Greetings! The leading causes of serious work-related injuries and deaths are falls - from heights and the same level. OSHA has issued a final rule onWalking-Working Surfaces and Personal Fall Protection Systemsto better protect workers in general industry from these hazards by updating and clarifying standards and adding training and ...
1/5/2017 - Respiratory Protection
Daniel M Bruun, CIH Vice President Construction Safety, Asbestos Lead Management 1 Source Safety and Health specializes in developing and presenting customized training programs to fit our client's needs, while satisfying the requirements of regulation. One regulation isThe Respiratory Protection Standard. It is frequently cited following inspection by OSHA. In order to achieve compliance and protect your employees, ...