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OSHA Exit Routes and Emergency Plans Explained
Simple guidance to meet OSHA rules and protect workers in real emergencies ⏱️ 8–9 min read | Updated: September 3, 2025 Table of Contents OSHA Standards Overview Exit Routes: What OSHA Requires Emergency Action Plans: Req
Silica Exposure at Public Events: Safety for Temporary Stages and Construction Zones
Silica dust is often found on construction sites, but it can also appear in unexpected places, like public events. When workers set up or tear down stages, booths, tents, and decorative stone or concrete areas, they might cut, grind, or drill materi
Cryogen Handling for Maintenance Crews: Safe Storage and Transfer Techniques (USA)
Cryogens like liquid nitrogen, oxygen, argon, and helium are commonly used in industrial settings, research labs, and manufacturing plants across the U.S. These substances are stored at extremely low temperatures (below –150°C), which makes them both
Legal Storage Requirements for Corrosive Chemicals in Laboratories and Workplaces
Corrosive chemicals, like strong acids and bases, are commonly used in labs, manufacturing, and maintenance facilities. But if they are not stored properly, they can cause serious injuries, property damage, and even fires or explosions.To prevent acc
How Common Are Confined Space Incidents in General Industry? A Look at the Numbers
Confined spaces can be found in nearly every industry, from manufacturing to utilities and food processing. While these spaces are often small parts of the workplace, they account for a surprisingly high number of serious injuries and deaths.Let’s ta
Permit-Required Confined Spaces on Construction Sites: What the Law Says
Confined spaces are common on construction sites, manholes, tanks, silos, crawl spaces, and vaults, to name a few. But not every confined space is the same. Some of these spaces are more dangerous than others and require a legal process before anyone
Concrete and Masonry Construction Injuries in the U.S.: A Statistical Snapshot
⚠️ Concrete & Masonry Safety Risks Concrete and masonry work is essential for building strong foundations, walls, and structures. But this type of work also comes with serious risks. Workers in these trades face some of the hig
Safe Handling of Gas Cylinders in Laboratories (USA): A Guide for Technicians and Researchers
Gas cylinders are a common part of daily work in many laboratories across the United States. Whether you're working with oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, or more hazardous gases, proper handling is critical. Mistakes can lead to serious injuries, fi
How to Store Compressed Gas Cylinders Safely – A Simple Checklist
Compressed gas cylinders are common in many workplaces. You’ll see them in labs, factories, hospitals, and construction sites. They contain gases under high pressure, which means they can be extremely dangerous if not handled or stored correctly.Impr