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The Third Level of the Hierarchy: Information for Use

Doug Nix — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:06:56 +0000

I’ve written about the Hierarchy of Controls in past posts, but I’ve focused on the ‘engineering’ side of the control equation: Physical changes to machine design to eliminate hazards, and mechanical or electrical control systems that can reduce risk. The …

Why I wear a Poppy on 11-Nov

Doug Nix — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:44:13 +0000

In a recent article in the Independent, Robert Fisk writes that the poppy has become nothing more than a fashion statement in the UK. Merely a way to show that you are British, or to score points with the boss, …

CSA Z1002 Public Review — Last Day!

Doug Nix — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:30:06 +0000

Last Chance! Today is Thursday, 17-Mar-2011, marking 60 days into the public review period for CSA Z1002 — Occupational Health and Safety Hazard Identification and Elimination and Risk Assessment and Control. If you downloaded the draft from the CSA web …

CSA Z1002 Public Review — 5 Days to Go!

Doug Nix — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 12:30:22 +0000

Today is Sunday, 13-Mar-2011, marking 55 days into the public review period for CSA Z1002 — Occupational Health and Safety Hazard Identification and Elimination and Risk Assessment and Control. If you downloaded the draft from the CSA web site, remember …

CSA Z1002 Public Review — 10 days to go!

Doug Nix — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:30:53 +0000

Today is Tuesday 8-Mar-2011, marking 50 days into the public review period for CSA Z1002 — Occupational Health and Safety Hazard Identification and Elimination and Risk Assessment and Control. If you downloaded the draft from the CSA web site, remember …

CSA Z1002 Public Review — Only 15 days left!

Doug Nix — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 13:30:42 +0000

Only 15 days remain to get your thoughts submitted on the draft of CSA Z1002. Do it now!

Reader Question: Multiple E-Stops and Resets

Doug Nix — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:53:17 +0000

I had an interesting question come in from a reader today that is relevant to many situations: “When you have multiple E-Stop buttons I have often gotten into an argument that says you can have a reset beside each one. …

CSA Z1002 Risk Assessment Standard — 60 Day Public Review

Doug Nix — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 19:02:44 +0000

Get more information on CSA Z1002. The draft of this document is now available for public review through CSA.

ESA Manufacturer Registration in Ontario, Canada

Doug Nix — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:00:22 +0000

Do you make electrical products sold in Ontario, Canada? Are you aware of the need to register your company with the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) in order to sell your products legally? If not, spend some time and catch up on the new ESA Manufacturer's Registry!