A: No, not unless you receive a
letter from OSHA/DOL requesting them. For more information on
recordkeeping requirements please click here or contact us.
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
Thursday, December 13, 2012
OSHA 1910 First Aid Standard
Q:
What is the definition of “near proximity” used in the OSHA first aid standard
1910.151(b)?
A: The term "near proximity" that is contained in the first aid standard, means the facility or jobsite must be 4 minutes away from a first responder or medical facility to
treat the injured employee. If the facility or jobsite isn’t within a 3-4 minute time frame of a
first responder, or drive time, than you are required to have an employee on-site
that is capable of performing first aid duties (must be certified).
If you need to have your employees trained in first aid/CPR/AED, please contact LSCI by clicking this link.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Geronimo Line on a Drilling Rig
Q: Where is the proper location to place a Geronimo Line on a
drilling rig?
A: The location varies rig to rig where the line must be
located. But there are a few helpful guidelines for the proper set up of a Geronimo
line that come from the American Petroleum Institute (API) RP-54 Standard:
The escape line should be kept clear of obstructions.
- The escape line needs to be a wire rope of a minimum diameter of 7/16” in good condition.
- Tension on the line should be periodically checked and adjusted to enhance safe landing of the user.
- Tension should be set up with 6 to 12 feet of sag in the middle, depending upon the length of the cable.
- It is recommended that the ground anchor point of the escape line should be located a minimum lateral distance from the derrick or mast equal to two times the height of the work platform.
Thursday, December 6, 2012
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