Certified Crane Care: Hazard Communications #WorkSafe Chat Highlights
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Q1. Is there a need for hazard communications in the overhead cranes and hoist industry?
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— Ace Industries, Inc. (@AceIndustries) January 8, 2015
Never knew that wow.. RT @CMCOLive A1 Yes, older hoists and cranes could have asbestos brakes. #worksafe
— Ace Industries, Inc. (@AceIndustries) January 8, 2015
A1 These were phased out in the 80’s. #worksafe
— Columbus McKinnon (@CMCOLive) January 8, 2015
Q2. What physical and health hazard substances are common in the overhead cranes and hoist industry? #worksafe
— Ace Industries, Inc. (@AceIndustries) January 8, 2015
A2 The cranes themselves, other than the precautions taken from above, pose no real health risks. #worksafe
— Columbus McKinnon (@CMCOLive) January 8, 2015
Q3. Where can I obtain a copy of the SDS specific to my industry? #worksafe
— Ace Industries, Inc. (@AceIndustries) January 8, 2015
A3 Contact site safety coordinator or supervisor at the location you’re working in. #worksafe
— Columbus McKinnon (@CMCOLive) January 8, 2015
Precautions should be taken if a technician feels a substance is hazardous and investigate further. #worksafe
— Columbus McKinnon (@CMCOLive) January 8, 2015
Q5. Who should I receive SDS, labeling and other hazard communications information at my company?
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— Ace Industries, Inc. (@AceIndustries) January 8, 2015
RT @CMCOLive A5 Contact site safety coordinator for specific labeling requirements. #worksafe
— Ace Industries, Inc. (@AceIndustries) January 8, 2015
Special thanks to @CMCOLive for being our special guest expert!
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