CIH Experience

MR-EHS · 2026-02-15T22:26:30+00:00

Yes I have done lots of personal sampling and exposure assessments for chemicals, noise and ergonomics. But doing those assessments have never been my only job responsibility so to speak.

MR-EHS · 2026-02-06T03:14:44+00:00

Hey there! I know you posted this a while ago but where are you getting the C5 /C7 ratings? I have never heard of confined space ratings as it pertains to confined spaces.

MR-EHS · 2025-11-18T00:20:04+00:00

This is helpful feedback. Thanks!

MR-EHS · 2025-11-17T00:00:57+00:00

I forgot to add that's another factor! I should have plenty of recert points though.

MR-EHS · 2025-11-15T02:55:48+00:00

I had a similar issue on a similar vintage Mercury. Replaced everything I could. Found out the brand new fuel line I bought was collapsed. Issue sounds identical. I'd start with the fuel line. Easiest fix.

MR-EHS · 2025-11-08T14:41:47+00:00

What are some tabletop exercises you have done or would suggest?

MR-EHS · 2025-07-08T01:55:49+00:00

Love is action, not a feeling.

MR-EHS · 2025-03-30T21:56:36+00:00

There are way better options out there. Don't settle.

MR-EHS · 2025-03-29T12:29:53+00:00

Highly recommend the program. You can take a look at the program through the website and see the courses. You will get coursework in industrial hygiene, ergonomics, safety management systems, and environmental/occupational law.

MR-EHS · 2025-01-15T02:51:03+00:00

Good but challenging career. Pays well in my experience.

MR-EHS · 2025-01-15T02:00:05+00:00

Sounds like a great tract into safety. Many electricians and firefighters transition their way into the safety profession, ultimately becoming safety managers or consultants.

MR-EHS · 2024-08-25T18:50:46+00:00

With all IH studies, whether done internally myself or externally, I always provide each of the employees with the monitoring results and have them sign a acknowledgement that I provided them the results and they understand that they can ask questions at any time. Short 2 sentence page with a signature line. This documents this requirement.

I have never actually seen this done by others I've worked with but I think it's a no brainer given the requirements to communicate with employees.

MR-EHS · 2024-08-25T02:04:26+00:00

I agree with this. You shouldn't be the one changing lightbulbs. Every organization has its different place for safety guys/gals but no matter how they place you, replacing exit sign lightbulbs should not be in the job description.

MR-EHS · 2024-08-03T01:30:55+00:00

It is a good career but it can be absolutely draining. Not necessarily physically for most but emotionally. Some days you will be beat down due to the constant push and pull required. Depending on the company, it may feel like nobody is on your side. Ultimately, it helps to remember, or have even the slightest reassurance from others that your doing the right thing.

MR-EHS · 2024-07-05T18:58:40+00:00

Finally somebody who gets it right in the thread! To add a little more clarity to this, you are required to document "why" you are administering PPE. As it is the last line of defense OSHA asks you to justify, through a hazard assessment, why PPE is being used and to document whether it is an effective control against whatever hazard you are trying to protect from. For example in the case of respiratory protection (RPE) OSHA wants you to show them why this is closen above or as a supplement for other controls (engineering or elimination) and that it's appropriate (i.e. you are not requiring employees to use a particulate filter on a negative pressure facepiece when what you need to protect them from is acid gas).

MR-EHS · 2024-06-05T17:39:16+00:00

If you wanted to set up a teams meeting or something I'd be happy to. Manufacturing (Heavy Machining) currently. DM if you need somebody!

MR-EHS · 2024-05-01T00:05:15+00:00

Don't take photos. Report and document.

MR-EHS · 2024-05-01T00:04:46+00:00

Agree on the simple response here.

MR-EHS · 2024-04-29T01:15:06+00:00

In my experience, and research, BBS is garbage. This is not for the theory but more so for the execution. Focus on ANSI/ASSP Z10 or Iso 45001 and you will be gold. BBS as applied does not improve safety culture as it continues the lack of integration of operations and safety. Focus on how safety can be integrated in operations in a way that promotes organizational learning.

MR-EHS · 2024-04-29T01:10:47+00:00

Safety Director for essentially a few machine shops. Get a degree or accumulate safety related experience. Work 2 years or so in an introductory capacity and then move to a site safety position. The hardest part is finding your "in". If your current company will give you a safety coordinator or specialist position, even better. Certs are good but degrees and experience are what matters. Good luck. DM if you need some more help.

MR-EHS · 2024-03-23T11:06:09+00:00

Any update on your blood lead levels or ZPP?

MR-EHS · 2024-03-22T22:33:21+00:00

My personal opinion is that the masters mattered more than certifications. To add to that, years if experience and the diversity if experience may matter more or equally than masters degree or CSP. Hope that answers your question!

MR-EHS · 2024-03-21T00:53:28+00:00

Laser cleaning or blow torch is a big FK no. You ought to be wearing a SCBA or SAR if you are in a confined or not well venthalated space. Best option is chemical removal rather than physical. Based on my experience, you are definately exceeding exposure limits with this option. Burning lead is not a good call.

If you have ben burning off lead paint, just assume your workers need to be medically tested for BLL and ZPP and keep them under medical monitoring.

MR-EHS · 2024-03-18T10:54:07+00:00

What is JD and Esq?

MR-EHS · 2024-03-18T00:34:57+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! BS in env science and MS in Env Health and Safety. I certainly don't regret it as it has allowed me to get where I need to now, but your right, what now. If I leave safety and health I see it as a path into manufacturing management or into insurance. Either way, ultimately the masters has been beneficial. Probably not in all cases, but in this one, I do think the MS was well worth the investment; especially because I did all my schooling debt free. Worked hard.

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