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According to the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB), hot work accidents are among the most frequently reported accidents to that agency. Between 1990 and 2010, fires and explosions near flammable storage tanks caused by hot work accounted for more than 60 fatalities. Unfortunately, these accidents continue to take place. This past July, an explosion occurred during hot work near a storage tank at Omega Protein in Mississippi, killing one worker and injuring another. The tank contained eight inches of water and fish matter, which unknown to workers created flammable gases that led to the accident. When incidents like this happen, oftentimes the people and companies involved haven't sufficiently assessed hazards and properly isolated everything in the vicinity that could be flammable. These types of hot work accidents may not seem as obvious as other hazards associated with hot work such as UV light or welding fumes, but they can be even more deadly. The oil and gas industry often faces these hot work hazards, but so do the food production, paper and wastewater treatment industries, according to a video about the dangers of hot work made by the CSB. WHAT IS HOT WORK? OSHA defines hot work as "any work that involves burning, welding, using fire- or spark-producing tools, or that produces a source of ignition." Welding and cutting occur frequently at many industrial worksites, so it's important for workers involved in these operations to understand the potential unseen dangers associated with these tasks. Flammable gases and vapors can be present near storage tanks, fuel tanks and other confined spaces. PREVENT HOT WORK FIRES AND EXPLOSIONS In 2010, the CSB published a bulletin offering advice for how employers can prevent these types of hot work accidents. In the wake of recent accidents involving hot work and storage tanks filled with organic matter that might not seem hazardous (as was the case at Omega Protein), the organization has reemphasized the im

Ok, let's be honest here. Unless you are a safety professional, or you work closely with safety professionals, the chances are that no one has really told you anything about pipe marking, right? But for those of us lucky enough to work in this industry, it quickly becomes all too clear that there is an endless amount of information available about this very narrow topic. Unfortunately, about 99% of the information that people learn about pipe marking is just reiterating the standards and regulations that are put out by OSHA and other regulatory bodies. Now, make no mistake, this information is absolutely critical to learn and follow. The fact is, however, that there are A LOT of other things that someone who works with pipe marking should know. We've put together some helpful tips, tricks, information, and advice that covers a wide range of pipe marking related topics to help ensure your pipe marking strategies are as effective as possible. If you have any other 'secrets' of pipe marking that you don't see here, please contact us below so we can help pass them along in the future. Choose Your Materials Wisely Everyone knows that you can't just use the normal label materials that are basically paper with a little glue on the back, which you might buy at Office Depot. There are, however, lots of different types of industrial labeling materials out there, and picking the right one for the right area is essential. Here are several essential points to be aware of: Pipe Materials - Did you know that normal vinyl labels can cause corrosion on pipes made of nickel and stainless steel? If you have this type of piping, make sure you opt for labels that are identified as 'low halide' to avoid this potentially disastrous risk. Know the Weather Risks - When labeling outdoor piping, you need to keep weathering in mind. Most label materials are water-proof, but the constant change in temperature, humidity, wind, and more can really be rough on pipe markings

Lean Management - A Guide To Starting Out Right Much like anything over-used and spread before those singing praises have done a lot of research, Lean is a concept that sometimes, despite the best of intentions, misses its mark. Lean principles aren't particularly tricky, but with many offshoots and brands of the ideology, it can be easy for new Lean managers to get caught up in misinformation. At its core, lean is about eliminating all kinds of waste from your business. It sounds simple enough, but one of the biggest problems for many newbies is changing your concept of just what "waste" is. Once you've got a grasp on that, you need to move onto individual strategies that can help you eliminate that waste. In this article, we're going to go over how to accomplish both of these tasks as a manager who may be new to Lean by exploring unique facets of this management type and how they interact with elements of your business. One of the largest differences between Lean management and traditional styles of management is that in a traditional methodology your primary (and nearly sole) concern is the end of the line result. While Lean is of course concerned with achieving superior end results, its focus is on the processes that get you there. In this sense, what you learn and practice as a Lean manager is more about making individual pieces work together efficiently than having a tunnel-vision focus on numbers and figures at the end of the cycle. The Relationship Between Lean management, Waste Elimination, and Continual Improvement "If someone tells you that "lean management is this" and not something else, if someone puts it in a box and ties a bow around it and presents it in a neat package with four walls around it, then that someone knows not of what they speak. Why? Because it is in motion and not a framed picture hanging on the wall. It is a melody, a rhythm, and not a single note." - Lawrence M. Miller, Management Meditations While perhap

Using floor tape is a great way to keep a facility safe, organized, and efficient. Just like any type of flooring, floor tape can get quite dirty over time. When floor tape gets dirty, it can become harder to see, which defeats the purpose of using it at all. This is why so many people ask questions about how to clean floor marking tape properly so it looks great and lasts a long time. Here are some of the most popular questions and answers on this topic. Q: What is the Best Way to Clean Floor Tape? A: If you're looking to clean floor tape specifically, the ideal option is to use SafetyTac Floor and Tape Cleaner. This cleaner is designed specifically to be safe for use on virtually any type of floor tape that is on the market today. In addition, it is able to clean the surrounding floors without any trouble at all. Q: Can I Clean Floor Tape with the Same Cleaner as the Rest of the Floor? A: Yes! High quality floor tape is durable and can be cleaned by all normal and industrial floor cleaning products. Just go over the floor tape like you do with the rest of the floor to remove dirt, dust, scuff marks, and any other markings. Q: Can I Clean Floor Tape with a Motorized Floor Cleaner? A: Absolutely. SafetyTac (and other manufacturers of high quality industrial floor marking tape) know that many facilities use large motorized floor cleaners to keep their facility clean. Once the tape is properly installed, it can withstand this type of cleaning without any trouble at all. Simply have the floor cleaner go over the tape just like any other part of the floor. It is important to note that discount quality floor tape may not be able to stand up to this type of cleaning, so always make sure you're using high quality floor tape in your facility. Q: How Do I Remove Stubborn Stains on the Floor Tape? A: If you can't remove a stain or marking on the floor tape using normal floor cleaning methods, the best option is to get a small bucket with a solution of SafetyTac

The pertinent use of safety stickers and labels is a must within any industrial work environment. Safety stickers and labels serve many functions, first and foremost, they help to warn or inform employees and visitors of any specific safety concerns. Additionally, they also serve as handy informational reminders from identifying the contents within certain pipes, to showing where recycling may be located, all the way to highlighting the location of a safety eye wash station. Since the need for safety stickers is so important, yet so diverse depending upon the type of business, it may be difficult to locate all the specific stickers and labels needed. One way to easily combat the rising costs of utilizing outside retailers for safety stickers is to simply make your own. Believe it or not, printing your own safety stickers is generally faster, easier, and more cost efficient. Printing Safety Stickers If you've never considered the option of printing your own safety stickers, right now is the time to start. With advances in technology, some label printers are able to efficiently print bright and colorful, commercial grade stickers and labels. One label printing product currently on the market that rivals most others in price, quality, and ease of use is the LabelTac 4 PRO. This printer has proven time and time again to produce high-quality, dependable, colorfast labels that outperform most other safety stickers available on the market, and the best part is they can be printed in-house right from your own office. The LabelTac 4 PRO is capable of creating indoor and outdoor labels that are both weather and fade resistant. Furthermore, the ease of use with the LabelTac 4 PRO is simply impressive to say the least. It is compatible with nearly any Windows-based programs including well-known products such as Microsoft Office, OpenOffice, and Excel. However, even if you don't utilize Windows-based software the LabelTac 4 PRO comes equipped with its own easy-to-use Barte

When injuries occur at an industrial workplace, sudden fatal explosions or electrical flashes can be the culprit. For this reason, many factories use arc flash labels to warn employees of hazardous areas. At any time, a large number of employees obtain electrical charges that can cause immobility in their arms and hands. Additionally, it can also threaten their lives if they are not careful. Without adequate safety precautions and proper training, employees are open to serious danger from electrical malfunctions. Factory owners should practice electrical safety to protect their employees and the assets of their business.

Caution signs and yield anti slip floor signs are used for alerting and reminding people in and around workplaces, walkways and related areas to exercise caution when walking in these places. These self adhesive vinyl signs are sub-surface printed. They are also laminated by a protective sheath. This protective layer is a non- slip vinyl surface having a rough and pebbled texture. This gives the sign extra durability against heavy foot traffic. The yield anti slip floor signs has a self-adhesive back with an easy-to-peel liner. Due to this, the sign can easily adhere to smooth, clean and moisture free surfaces. Often, workplaces do not allow signs to be placed on walls and ceilings. They are either inaccessible, or it is against the rules, due to safety issues. To solve this problem, floor signs and floor stands come in handy. Both these types of signs are very easy to use and are also portable and lightweight. Floor supervisors can move these around to get the necessary messages across to workers, visitors and guests.

Safety in foreign countries is way below the standards of the USA, but you can actually find the they exact same problem of wiring and code violations maybe even in your own house or work. As may works cut corners in the hope to speed up the project not really caring about the purchaser. It is very disheartening that in spite of several laws, codes and stipulations by the government, we are witnessing so many accidents. The need of the hour is to spread safety awareness so as to instil confidence in people that the government is very clear about enforcing all laws and regulations to avoid accidents. The main focus areas are homes, where gadgets like LPG stoves, induction heaters and microwave ovens, if not used safely, could lead to serious accidents. The international precautionary indication is that LPG is strongly blended with smelling agents so that leaks are detected, but due to a lack of knowledge and awareness, timely action is not taken, resulting in nasty accidents and loss of lives. Use of substandard electrical wires and switches, inserting wires into sockets without plugs and improper earthing are the main reasons for accidents due to electricity. It is advisable to use appliances of standard makes and which are BIS marked. The placing of air conditioners in the correct positions and using non-flammable switch boxes would avoid mishaps. The use of ELCBS and flame-proof wiring will assure us of safety from electric shocks at homes. Safety audits Safety in schools is of primary importance. Playground equipment, swimming pools, auditoriums and laboratories are to be professionally managed. Periodic inspections and safety audits are to be conducted by accredited third parties and the reports communicated to parents so as to reassure them that their children are in a safe atmosphere. Lab equipment and hazardous chemicals are to be handled after thorough training. Vehicular traffic involving children has to be monitored closely. Safety levels in hospitals are

In the business world, there is a constant need and desire for improvement. It doesn't matter whether a business specializes in the market of rare auto parts or in making the best enchiladas. The plain and simple truth is that improving business practices to meet the ever-changing and diverse needs of society is essential to the success of any business endeavor. However, with all this change and improvement often comes a little struggle. Sometimes business processes are changed so radically that employees struggle with the changes if they are not adequately informed about what changes are taking place or how the changes actually benefit the specific process or end product. Furthermore, in some cases the problem is not with the employees at all, but instead embedded within the actual process changes. When looking into making improvement changes, it is important to really take the time to evaluate the changes fully to make sure that they are win-win for both the employees and the desired business objectives. Employee Involvement In the improvement process, there are often many things to consider especially such as metrics, data, resources, etc. However, it is important to make sure that employees are also considered within the grand scheme of things. There are times when businesses make essential changes that are needed to stay current with the changing times, but often neglect to involve the actual employees in the process of determining changes, or in the reasoning why specific changes were made. This can leave employees feeling a bit resentful and also leave processes lacking in certain important fundamentals. For instance, the top managers in a business make the decision to improve a production line within the factory because many of the machines were getting older and not handling the work as effectively as needed. In order to update the production line to new standards, new machines were installed and tweaks were made to previous processes in order to help

Access to safe, clean water may help people stay well and protected from illness, grow food, and prosper in sensitive areas. Around the world, one in every nine people still lacks access to safe drinking water.

Dead Sea Mud Products Cleopatra is known to be 'a woman of surpassing beauty' having seduced two powerful Roman leaders. What were her secrets that made her a legend of beauty? There were no complete cosmetics or beauty salons during Cleopatra's reign, only the Dead Sea as her natural health and beauty spa. The Dead Sea is known for its unique minerals and salts, which can regenerate and nourish the skin. Not only the waters, but also the black mud found in the Dead Sea, are beneficial to the skin. The mud is a rich, homogeneous mixture of the sea's minerals, such as magnesium, calcium, boron, strontium, iron, and potassium. When applied to the skin, it can improve blood circulation, cleanse, and soften the skin, leaving it looking healthy and plump. Aside from skin therapy for common skin problems, Dead Sea mud has been found to treat skin diseases such as psoriasis, joint problems such as arthritis and rheumatic pains, relax muscles, and improve inner calmness and tranquility. The mineral-rich mud, although best experienced naturally, is being used to manufacture products containing essential minerals for the skin. These products range from body wraps to mud masks, exfoliates, and creams. Body wraps are basically done to envelope the body in warm, mineral-rich mud from the Dead Sea. The mud is evenly distributed and can reach all the problem areas. This procedure can result in relaxed muscles, moisturized and nourished skin, and improved skin elasticity. Body wraps are usually done at the spa, but a number of products have been manufactured to experience the same treatment at home. Home treatment can be done by placing the Dead Sea mud in the microwave up until it is warm enough for the skin to tolerate, applying it to the body, leaving it for half an hour and rinsing with warm water. Facial masks made from Dead Sea mud creates a seal over the skin. The face becomes warmer, the pores release sebum and toxins and at the same time, they absorb the

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Top 24/7 Ambulance Services in Yaseen Ganj, Lucknow with MedCab For quick online ambulance booking in Yaseen Ganj, MedCab is the best ambulance service. This is because MedCab ambulances can reach any location of Yaseen Ganj in minutes. A MedCab ambulance can be called simply by dialling the emergency ambulance contact number 18008-908-208. You can also book an online ambulance over our mobile app. Yaseen Ganj is a residential locality in Lucknow. There are many amenities surrounding the area, such as schools and shopping complexes. Some good schools in the proximity of Yaseen Ganj include the Valencia International School and the Town Hall Public School. Yaseen Ganj also has a prominent park of Lucknow, namely the Ambedkar Park. It a well-designed and lush green park. The Sajjad Bagh Colony and Husainabad are very close to Yaseen Ganj. The Charbagh metro station is the closest metro station to Yaseen Ganj. There are many hospitals within the proximity of Yaseen Ganj, including Charak Hospital & Research Center and the Manas Hospital. MedCab can help in the fast transfer of patients in any area of Yaseen Ganj to these hospitals as well as other hospitals in Lucknow.

MedCab provides 24 hours ambulance services and medical help in Khadra, Lucknow. MedCab can be reached readily for quick assistance on our emergency ambulance number for Lucknow at 18008-908-208. MedCab dispatches its ambulance services within seconds of being booked. Khadra is a locality in central Lucknow. Well populated areas of Lucknow, such as Rajajipuram and Aminabad surround the locality. Khadra is most well known for its vibrant market called Khadra Market. Khadra Market has a variety of things for sale, such as clothes, bags, home furnishing. It is one of the best markets near Bara Imambara with a variety of clothes, foods and other items for sale. The Charbagh metro station is the closest to the Khadra market. The Khadra Hospital is one of the main hospitals in Khadra and quite close to the Khadra Market. MedCab ambulance services take patients to the Khadra Hospital as well as other hospitals in Lucknow. Medical emergencies can occur unannounced at any location including Khadra. Contact MedCab on our emergency ambulance number for Lucknow to get fast ambulance services at your location in Khadra.

MedCab: The Best 24 Hours Ambulance Services in Preeti Nagar, Lucknow MedCab is known to be the best ambulance service in Preeti Nagar, Lucknow. This is because it provides 24 hours ambulance service and offers quick online ambulance bookings along with fast ambulance dispatch. This makes MedCab the top 24 hours ambulance service in Preeti Nagar. Preeti Nagar is a well-populated residential locality in Lucknow on the Sitapur Road. It is in close proximity to Fazullaganj and Keshav Nagar. Some of the good schools near the area include the Narayana E-Techno School, Serenity School of Excellence, Trinity Academy, and Shri Ram Academy. The closest metro station is the Indira Nagar Metro Station. There are many restaurants around Preeti Nagar, such as the Creative Kitchen and the Kraft Kitchen. Some of the good markets in the area include the Preet Market and the Anna Market. To book an ambulance with MedCab in Preeti Nagar, call the emergency ambulance contact number 18008-908-208.

MedCab is one of the best ambulance service providers to call in Lalkuan, Lucknow. If you need an urgent ambulance service at your location in Lalkuan, MedCab can be easily reached on their ambulance number for Lucknow at 18008-908-208. MedCab ensures quick ambulance dispatch to your location within minutes of being contacted. This makes us one of the best 24 hours ambulance services in the area. Lalkuan is located in the centre of Lucknow. It is home to a combination of residential and commercial areas. Most prominently known is the Tibet Market of Lucknow, which is located in Lalkuan. Tibet Market is most well-known for its variety of winter clothes sold at reasonable prices. The Awadh Market is also located in Lalkuan, Lucknow. Lalkuan, Luckno,w also has a number of schools. Some of the schools include the Heritage School, St. Agnes' Loreto Day School, Jesus and Mary Convent School, Naveen Convent School, etc. This makes Lalkuan a great location for parents with school-going children. One of the famous parks in Lalkuan is the Risaal Daar Park. Sangh Park and Chattan Park are also located in Lalkuan, Lucknow. MedCab provides fast ambulance services in all of these locations in Lalkuan.

MedCab is known to be the most reliable ambulance service in Behta, Lucknow. MedCab offers the best ambulance service in Behta with its 24-hour availability. Besides this, MedCab also provides transport to hospitals in all of Lucknow, while also offering intercity ambulance services to cities such as Delhi and Bangalore. The locality of Behta falls on the Kursi Road in Lucknow. There are a number of local primary schools in Behta as well as the R.H. Convent Inter College. For shopping, the Behta Bazaar is a great market. One of the drawbacks of residing in Behta is the lack of good hospitals in the area. However, with MedCab's quick ambulance services, your loved one can receive quality care and be shifted to hospitals such as the Medanta Super Speciality Hospital, Nova Hospital, and the Max Super Speciality Hospital. For any medical emergencies in Behta, MedCab can be reached by dialling the ambulance contact number at 18008-908-208. Behta is a village area, and it may be challenging to find high-quality medical services due to ongoing infrastructural developments. However, MedCab offers 24-hour availability and can also be booked online.

MedCab provides 24 hours ambulance services and medical help in Manas Nagar, Lucknow. MedCab also dispatches its ambulance as soon as it gets the call, so that the ambulance service can be at your location within minutes. MedCab can be easily reached in Manas Nagar, Lucknow on their emergency ambulance number at 18008-908-208. Manas Nagar is a residential area in Lucknow and is located within the proximity of Krishna Nagar and Om Nagar. The J.B.R. Public School and the City Modern Academy are some of the educational institutions in the area. Some of the good parks around Manas Nagar include the Shivam Park and the Ashutosh Nagar Park. The Lucknow Hospital is one of the hospitals situated close to Manas Nagar. MedCab can be contacted for quick transport to the Lucknow Hospital or any other hospital in the city.

Uttardhauna is a great locality in Lucknow. It is connected to the Lucknow Faizabad highway and has a range of amenities. It is a good residential location with greenery, schools, parks and a pleasant atmosphere. However, medical emergencies can occur anywhere, including Uttardhauna. In case of an emergency in Uttardhauna, MedCab is the best ambulance service to rely on. You can reach MedCab medical services in Uttardhauna by dialling the emergency ambulance number 18008-908-208. Uttardhauna is a variety of residential areas, such as the Manas Garden Extensions. The Spring Garden Housing Society is also based out of Uttardhauna. For shopping and entertainment, Crown Mall is within a range of five minutes from Uttardhauna. Some of the good educational institutions and schools around the location include the Lok Bandhu Raj Narayan Inter College, SR Public School and Primary School Uttardhauna. Some of the good hospitals in the area include Dr Ram Manohar Lohiya Hospital, Saraswati Hospital & Research Centre, and Hindustan Hospital. MedCab offers ambulance services to all of these locations. MedCab can also assist in fast ambulance transportation from Uttardhauna to other localities in Lucknow.