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#10 Machine Guarding: Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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It is a broad enough topic that it netted 2,704 violations in 2013, good enough to round out the top 10 list. Handtools must permit easy handling of material without the operator placing a hand in the danger zone. First use the machinery installed by the manufacturer. Electrical, Wiring (1910.305) – November 20.

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#8 Lockout Tagout (LOTO): Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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General Industry Regulation 1910.147, The Control of Hazardous Energy – better known as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – was the seventh most violated standard in 2013 with 3,254, more than twice as many as in 2012 (1,572). A Work Authorization Permit is a way to comply with the LOTO provisions if included in the written procedures.

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#8 Lockout Tagout (LOTO): Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

Safety Services Company

General Industry Regulation 1910.147, The Control of Hazardous Energy – better known as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – was the seventh most violated standard in 2013 with 3,254, more than twice as many as in 2012 (1,572). A Work Authorization Permit is a way to comply with the LOTO provisions if included in the written procedures.

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#10 Machine Guarding: Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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It is a broad enough topic that it netted 2,704 violations in 2013, good enough to round out the top 10 list. Handtools must permit easy handling of material without the operator placing a hand in the danger zone. First use the machinery installed by the manufacturer. Electrical, Wiring (1910.305) – November 20.

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WorkSafe BC Directors Approve OHS Amendments

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These amendments will become effective on February 1, 2013. Section 12.174 provides requirements relating to the installation of the pressure relief device. The purpose of this section is to ensure that a pressure relief device is installed appropriately and will perform its intended function. Part 19, Electrical Safety.

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#5 Electrical, Wiring: Understanding Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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The non-descript General Industry regulation 1910.305 which governs wiring methods, components and equipment for general use was responsible for 3,452 violations in 2013, making it the regulation that is the fifth most likely to trip up employers for citations in the United States. Wiring methods. Temporary Wiring.

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#5 Electrical, Wiring: Understanding Top OSHA Violations of 2013

Safety Services Company

The non-descript General Industry regulation 1910.305 which governs wiring methods, components and equipment for general use was responsible for 3,452 violations in 2013, making it the regulation that is the fifth most likely to trip up employers for citations in the United States. Wiring methods. Temporary Wiring.