FM Global Relaxes Requirements for Very High Flashpoint “Ignitable” Liquids
The newly published FM Global Data Sheet 7-29 on flammable and combustible…
Industrial Oven Explosion at Bakery Injures One
Last month, we summarized an article that appeared in Process Safety Progress…
New Research on Fire Detection in Warehouse Facilities
The Fire Protection Research Foundation recently released its first project…
Important Research Aims to Improve Personal Protective Equipment for Firefighters
In 2001, the U.S. Fire Administration documented the need to improve…
Undermining Your Expertise
“Seek First to Understand – Are you Really Listening?” is Habit #5 from Stephen…
Are You Really Listening?
Sometimes, experience and expertise are a double-edged sword. Through years of…
What Happens When Industrial Ovens & Dryers are not Inspected, Tested, and Maintained Properly?
Severe accidents may occur if gas-fired ovens are not inspected, tested, and…
Combustible Dust Regulations Still Not on the Horizon for OSHA
February 20th marked the ninth anniversary of a devastating combustible dust…
The 7 Habits Of Harrington Group
The economic recession in the early 1990s hit the real estate markets hard…
Combustible Dust Caused Two Explosions at Apple Suppliers
In an effort to improve worker safety, labor rights, and environmental impact,…
The Little General Tragic Propane Explosion Hits its Fifth Anniversary
This year marks the fifth anniversary of a tragic propane explosion that…
What To Do In The Case Of A Fire Sprinkler Discharge
According to the NFSA: Automatic fire sprinkler systems are widely considered…
How to Keep Your Family Safe from the Leading Cause of Home Fires
Home cooking related fires continue to be a leading cause of fire loss within…
How To Prevent Fire Sprinkler Freeze Failures
Ideally, all sprinkler systems would be properly designed and installed for…