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Ladder Inspection Form

Dave Weber — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 01:44:55 +0000

Here’s a link to a ladder inspection form by Werner Co.. This two-page form covers step ladders, extension ladders, and specialty ladders.

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The Basic Safety Inspectors’ Kit

Dave Weber — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:01:10 +0000

When I perform a safety inspection, I always carry along my basic safety inspection kit. While there are times when I also carry along additional equipment or instruments, my basic kit is with me at all times whenever I am on the work-floor. My basic safety inspection kit consists of:

A notebook to write my notes and observations in. Also, if I am carrying checklists/tables/references with me, they will be carried in the notebook. The black portfolio you see in the photo not only provides a rigid surface to write on, but it also protects my papers from dirt when in the plant.
A digital camera is used both to take still photos and to make short videos. The 4GB memory card I keep in my camera is large enough to record over 30 minutes of video. I use the video mode primarily when conducting a work station ergonomic assessment.
A small, powerful flashlight is essential when inspecting remote/obscure areas that are poorly lighted. The flashlight is needed to see detail in these dimly lit areas, and to safely illuminate your walking path.
A tape measure is needed for both OSHA compliance purposes and for conducting ergonomic studies. OSHA has a number of standards (e.g. handrails, steps, ladders, guarding, wall openings,fire extinguishers, grinding wheels, etc.) that specify distance, and a tape measure is needed to determine if you are compliant or not.
A guard opening scale is used to determine if a point of operation barrier guard offers adequate protection. It represents the human hand and forearm. Even with a machine that has been turned off, for my own safety, I prefer to use my guard opening scale to test if a human hand could reach the machines’ danger point rather than sticking my own hand/arm into the machine.
A laser pointer comes in handy when I need to highlight something of interest.

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Industry Specific Safety Guidelines and Checklists

Dave Weber — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:25:12 +0000

The A M Best company produces some of the best, industry-specific, safety guidelines available anywhere. These are “must have” references for every safety professional! Each publication contains a:

profile of that industry and its’ common operations.
hazard index that analyzes fire, liability, auto and workers compensation risks.
discussions of common safety and health exposures and controls.
listing of applicable OSHA standards.
detailed on-site safety inspection checklists.

These industry specific guides can be purchased and downloaded for only $42.50 each! To review an alphabetical listing of the 578 industries A M Best has loss control guidelines on click here.

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IR Thermography Prevents Fires & Breakdowns

Dave Weber — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 02:27:34 +0000

Keep your factory up and running by spotting problems before they happen. The above photo is an infrared (IR) thermographic image (courtesy of FLIR Thermography) of an electrical panel. It clearly shows a hot spot, that if not corrected could result in a fire! IR thermography can also detect hot bearings and overheated motors.

Most manufacturing companies would benefit by having an IR thermography predictive maintenance program. Companies that I worked for did thermographic surveys once each year at their facilities. However, if you work at a plant with combustible dust or flammable liquids, you may want to test more frequently.

Larger companies purchase their own IR thermographic imaging instruments and perform the tests themselves. While smaller companies usually hire third-party IR thermography consultants (located in most large cities) to conduct their tests.

Below are four videos that will teach you the basics of thermal imaging for predictive maintenance:

For even more information, check out the following thermography bulletins:

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16 Heavy Vehicle Inspection Checklists

Dave Weber — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 02:35:26 +0000

Caterpillar is a company headquartered in Peoria, Illinois that manufactures large construction equipment. Before using any piece of mobile equipment, it is important to perform a thorough safety and maintenance inspection on it. At the Caterpillar website, they have a number of vehicle pre-shift safety and maintenance checklists that can be downloaded at no cost. Below are links to 16 of these checklists:

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