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The folks at NALCO knew the old method of relying on tie-offs to protect loading operators was problematic. In addition to limiting mobility and slowing down operations, they also present a potential trip hazard, introducing new risks in a busy loading environment. Additionally, they knew it was difficult to monitor compliance, wondering if workers were tying off properly at all times. Check out this video, which shows how we created a solution that streamlined operations, improved productivity, and ensured compliance for loading iso-tainers at their Texas facility. #saferack #fallprotection #osha https://ow.ly/usem50RasOR

To all Freight Industry Stakeholders Let's not forget the importance of proper identity and compliance verification in fighting fraud. While roadside inspections have been a hot topic lately, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration must concentrate on enforcement of its own regulations, most notably the New Entrant Safety Assurance Program. Only a small percentage of new motor carriers have received the new entrant audit. Adhering to this process properly could prevent fraud much earlier. As a community, we must hold the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration accountable in this regard. Learn more about the New Entrant Safety Assurance Program here: https://lnkd.in/eAgpUWF3 FreightValidate ✅ FreightClub.us

Happy Tuesday! Here is this week’s :60 Seconds for Safety message, brought to you by our parent company, MYR Group.    Complacency around heavy equipment can quickly lead to errors. Equipment operators and non-operators both have roles to play in ensuring safety in the presence of heavy equipment. Here are a few reminders on how to do so. ⬇️    Non-Operator Responsibilities:    🏗️ Remain vigilant about the location of heavy equipment, staying out of danger zones and blind spots. Work only where the operator can see you.     🏗️ Give heavy equipment space – literally leave room for error by staying at a safe distance away from heavy equipment.    🏗️ Always pay attention to back-up alarms. You may hear these dozens of times a day, but every single time the alarm goes off, you need to look up, find its source, and then move out of the way if necessary.    🏗️ Never hitch a ride on heavy equipment – the only time heavy equipment should have a passenger is if there is a designated seat for one.    Operator Responsibilities:    🏗️ Conduct a daily equipment inspection, checking safety devices. If there is a defect, don’t use the equipment.    🏗️ Always wear your seatbelt.    🏗️ Always set the brakes before leaving the cab.    🏗️ Be sure to keep the steps or ladder rungs free of grease, mud, and ice to reduce the risk of slips and falls.      At L.E. Myers, Safety Is Life.       #LEMyers #Safety #HereforYou #EmpoweringPeople #CreatingConnections 

I was recently able to get a trucking companies safety rating changed back to satisfactory from conditional. They had a compliance review in 2018 resulting in the conditional rating. They tried two other times to have it changed back. Upon reviewing the other attempts, I noticed one glaring similarity from both. They made a concerted effort to describe what they would do to rectify the adverse findings, but did not provide proof that it was completed. I've always said if it's not on paper it doesn't exist. Anyone can claim to do anything. A couple of quick tips: It's true, you only need to address the acute and critical violations or perhaps say an OOS at or greater than 34%. However, show resolve and provide evidence that all Federal and State violations have been rectified and are now compliant, regardless of severity. Include a cover letter outling each violation and summarily outline procedures implemented for each. Then breakdown each one with the support documentation to substantiate this. Finally, always provide a current roster of your drivers and 3 years of former drivers with their termination dates. Include, SS, DOB, DL, medical and hire dates etc. and all issue and expiration dates required by a DQ file. With the proper changes all ratings can be changed back to satisfactory. This is your livelihood. Do it once and do it right. If you need further insight or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Comprehensive DVSA-Style Audits: Conducting in-depth audits with over 300 checks to ensure compliance and operational excellence. Multi-Faceted Audits: Covering operator vehicle maintenance, driver hours, operator license management, and health and safety, among other critical areas. Actionable Recommendations: Providing valuable industry best practice solutions and recommendations throughout the audit process. Clear Action Plans: Offering a transparent and actionable plan at the end of the audit to address compliance and operational improvement. Free Post-Audit Support: Supporting clients with additional guidance and assistance to implement recommended changes and maintain compliance. Enhancing Efficiency: Helping HGV operators and transport managers streamline operations, reduce risk, and improve safety. Driving Success: Partnering with clients to navigate the complex world of transport management, ensuring a safer, more efficient, and compliant operation.

This 15-minute safety briefing on Propane Leak Checks open to any propane retailer. 12-07-23 at 7:45 a.m. EST - Leak Checks Safety Talks Briefing Underwritten by New York Propane Gas Association, anyone selling propane in New York State can attend this session for FREE. All others $30 per person Register at the link shown Ask info@propaneandoiltraining.com about your company or organization underwriting this session or check the section below. Documentation of your participation in this briefing is provided in the form of a Certificates of Attendance. Topics discussed to include: Topics Discussed To Include: EXPLOSION ROCKS KIMESHA LAKE Do you want your company to be associated with this news blast? (CBS News) According to New York State Police, the cause of the explosion was a propane leak, and three were injured and transported to Westchester Medical Center, where they are listed in critical condition. What is a leak test? Definitions, Resources, Training Guidance and Industry Best Practice What Does PERC have to say? e.g. CETP, Google and more What is a propane leak test and do I need one (Videos) NFPA 54, NFPA 58, International Fuel Gas Code 49 CFR Leak Check & Leak Survey Litigation & Case Studies together with what I see working as a subject matter expert for insurance companies and law firms Google alert- propane to prevent potential hazards. Leaking or improperly handled propane can pose fire and explosion risks. Proper installation, maintenance DO YOU WANT YOUR COMPANY IN THIS NEWS? BLEVE Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion BLEVE A Blast Leveling Everything Very Effectively All Emergency Responders Must Be Properly Trained and Qualified Live, online, interactive, instructor-led web session. Introduction and welcome by Shane Sweet. Mike Digiorgio will lead the session. This session is not recorded. REGISTER....This page is at https://lnkd.in/eGYZfdEq and can also be found at propaneandoiltraining.com. 12-07-23 at 7:45 a.m. EST info@propaneandoiltraining.com with questions.

NEW RELEASE: KNOW WHERE CLEANERS HAVE BEEN BEFORE QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKS Mero's in-house Quality Assurance and Inspection module displays all of the locations your staff have been, prior to an inspection occurring. Many of our customers tell us the largest gap today is having too many duties to complete but with insufficient time. The result of this is drastic, allowing you to save hours during inspections with this data. Learn more at: https://hubs.li/Q02tC8pm0 #janitorial #cre #smartcleaning

Ensure your heavy equipment shipping in Maryland is done safely and efficiently with these best practices. Learn more about the safety procedures you should be following when shipping heavy equipment in Maryland.

Question of the week ... Are we using an effective methodology in the presentation of SMS to our driver resources? This question rose to the surface in a discussion last week about SMS Percentiles, roadside inspection violations, and how to effectively manage our driver resources to remain in the coveted Below Intervention rating designation. The question deserves a productive answer! We agreed that the answer was the product of training. We got entangled in HOW to do the training. WHAT program to use for the training? WHEN to conduct the training. And then we hit the stone wall that all of us have slammed up against – the simple fact that the driver resource is already cognizant of the information we were attempting to figure out how to present to them … again. In our collective ignorance, we babbled why do we do it? WHY, OMG, WHY – that’s the answer. We do it because of the ramifications, the negative aspects, and the adverse effects that it has on our operations and that of our drivers. Significant numbers of drivers, independent contractors, and leased operators are unaware of the impact that less than favorable SMS BASIC’s Percentiles has on them individually. The answer to our question is WHY – WHY is it important to each driver? High percentile ratings in Unsafe Driving, Crash Indicator, Hours-of-Service, and Vehicle Maintenance are determinants in load availability from brokers and customers alike. Preferred loads go to preferred carriers. SMS history is available to all carriers for driver applicants. Recently an application for employment to a premier carrier was rejected for one (1) OOS violation on a PSP report. The better understanding that a driver has relative to the effect that SMS BASIC’s have on themselves and the companies that they represent is the operant factor in keeping those nasty little triangles – ▲ – off our BASIC’s Safety Measurement Summary Safe Travels