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Scheduling a PHA (Part 2)

November 10th, 2020

To ensure that adequate time is allotted for performing a PHA, it is important to schedule it in advance. It is not uncommon to begin preparation 2-4 months prior to the due date to secure an opportune time to conduct the study. Planning several months in advance, helps provide opportunity to prepare or update the […]

PHA Overview (Part 1)

October 27th, 2020

A PHA is the cornerstone of an effective PSM Program. In the next several blogs, we will consider various aspects of PHAs to help improve understanding regarding this important process safety activity. What is a PHA? A process hazard analysis, or PHA, is an organized and systematic effort to identify, evaluate, and control potential hazards […]

Q&A | OSHA Violations

May 23rd, 2013

Question: What is the most common OSHA citation? Answer: The International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration publishes the Condenser each quarter. The May 2013 addressed this exact question in the IIAR Government Relations article on page 14. According to the article, from 2009 through 2012 the most cited OSHA standards were: Hazard Communication Electrical, Wiring Methods Lockout/Tagout […]