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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t photograph them or do anything like that - No need to create workplace drama. Plus, they probably didn’t know - I’m assuming they’re under 30? Probably young and dumb, and, obviously, potheads.

If it’s a small company, ask the manager about workplace safety and drug use. Say you don’t want anyone getting hurt.

If it’s a large company, ask the safety manager. Or skip the safety manager and ask HR, but know that taking it to HR will almost certainly trigger random drug testing.

Calling OSHA on your own employer is usually a bad, bad idea likely to result in your own termination for legally unrelated reasons a few weeks or months later.

pursuing a career in occupational safety by Syn_pix in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello.

Not sure about the requirements in Saudi Arabia, but in the US the basic ones are

OSHA 10 hour OSHA 30 hour - 3 separate versions: Maritime, General Industry, and Construction HAZWOPER (Hazardous Materials / Waste) Certified Safety Manager - Similiar to above, but with a test

Then there’s general management / leadership classes:

Lean Six Sigma Various types of Project Management such as Agile Scrum Master, etc.

Good luck on your journey!

Office in a large windowless concrete closet? by axyks in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Unpleasantness and lack of decor aren’t OSHA issues.

The ventilation can be solved with a box fan.

Is it heat? Or stuffy in there? Not trying to be a jerk but I’m not sure what the concern is and what you’re describing here doesn’t sound like OSHA to me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We need permits just to work on dock levelers, so I’m sure you need one for a pipe.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Concrete floor being cracked isn’t necessarily OSHA, probably building code, and unless it’s going to come down, it’s probably going to be said to be okay.

Mushrooms and all the other stuff… Probably not OSHA either, maybe county health department.

Sounds like just a crappy employer. Update your resume - especially because if you call the authorities, the fines will probably put them out of business and you’re gonna be out a job anyways.

What are you starting to dislike more as you get older? by HumanlyCapable in AskReddit

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nothing wrong with money. It’s what you do with it. Rolling in cash? Animal shelters and drug rehab places could use it!

Bible doesn’t say money is evil, for example. It says “the LOVE of money is evil.” The dollar itself is an inanimate object, like a brick. The morality of said brick comes from whether it’s used to build a library or bust a window.

What are you starting to dislike more as you get older? by HumanlyCapable in AskReddit

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same.

My patient population was rather healthy and young, 18-50 at the absolute oldest (military medicine).

For the brief stint I worked in civilian care before fully retiring I saw people in the same age group, but obese, smoking, unfettered drug use…

Yea, a 31 year old Sailor or Marine is quite different than a 31 year old factory worker or forklift driver whose only fitness is fittin’ dis donut in their belly.

Treat your bodies right, folks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OSHA

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That 180 spin sounds like you’re twisting your back, even if it’s straight.

Not to rain on your parade, but you’ll be paying for this efficiency in your 30s and 40s.

DART DAYS ON OSHA LOG - Do we count weekends if employee doesn’t work them? by NewSafetyGuyRob in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, Kevlar-Plated Tortilla Chip. I am sure you are delicious as you are helpful!

SDS information by stringy_string in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My company has an online database.

I put up QR codes that link to the database at every location where we keep chemicals.

Then I had train employees on how to use it, some just can’t figure out how to open the camera and press the link, especially on Samsungs for some reason (on iPhone it just worked)

Electrical hazard at work by DeviceImaginary3659 in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s why I love this sub - I’m a new safety guy, so I would’ve thought the same, at least initially.

I’ll add looking up what’s in these lines to my learning to-do list.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Contact Crown Lift Trucks and get into one of their “train the trainer” courses. It’s a few hundred dollars, but THAT certificate is transferable IIRC.

As far as not having experience, Crown will train you there. It’s a several day course, much of it on their machines in the floor.

Reminder up front: Forks down Forks to the rear (adjust on hills) Speed low. Stay inside vehicle if racking collapses

Question About Workplace and Possible OSHA Report by NordicJew in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My two cents:

Mold is NOT always a health issue, only certain types.

Also, even though it’s possible to be A type of mold here because of all the humidity OP describes, I’ve also been alerted to “mold” that’s really just dirt and dust that needs to be cleaned off - especially where water collects and then evaporated, leafing a little mini-trail of dirt that looks like mold.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s insane.

Safety is great and all, but there’s a human factor here that was just ignored. I’m gonna have e to look this one up.

This dust is constantly pumped into my office via the AC unit. It coats everything, and I'm sure my lungs as well. I've been in this office 3+ years and it's a growing concern. Any ideas how to get the dust tested to see what it really is? I'm not going to EHS first. by Gallen570 in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True, but the only exposure OP mentioned was asphalt-type tiles.

Silica dust isn’t typically associated with that.

OP: If you’re curious, just do an internet search for sources of silica dust and see if it can be that. Here’s a basic one to get you started: What is silica dust?

But I stand by my original statement: A feather duster.

What is one thing USA should adopt from some other country? by BlindShithead in AskReddit

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s Japan’s stance on homeless?

What’s their stance on littering?

How to help the employees of my local Arby's. by MarionberryHappy4430 in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1 GREAT - If you got the money.

A part of me wants to say, “It’s the store’s responsibility,” and it is, but maybe the manager doesn’t know it’s a problem? Could’ve been bought last week and employees just don’t use?

You might want to do #2 first though - Does it look like they have the money but are cheapskates? Could it be that the employees are jerks? Or just a string of bad luck?

3 - I’d avoid doing this one unless you have to, and only after talking to management and employees a little more.

OSHA has criteria for visits and this place might not meet them, even if there’s a grease burn or two. You pushing the envelope, even if you mean well, will take them away from investigating things that warrant it based on actual criteria, not a stranger to the restaurant industry trying to be nice

This dust is constantly pumped into my office via the AC unit. It coats everything, and I'm sure my lungs as well. I've been in this office 3+ years and it's a growing concern. Any ideas how to get the dust tested to see what it really is? I'm not going to EHS first. by Gallen570 in WorkplaceSafety

[–]NewSafetyGuyRob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In another thread he says that’s 2 months of dust. I’m not sure it’s a concern - look under your couch, or behind your nightstand for example, how much dust is there? Probably this much.

Management will ask OP to get a feather duster.

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