Proforma Safety Blog

China Construction Industry Safety Practices Leave Much to Be Desired

Posted by proforma on June 29, 2009  |  No Comments

We don’t usually post construction stories like this one, but the absence of safety systems is so glaringly apparent that we are making an exception.

This is a 13-story apartment building that is — or was — nearing completion in Shanghai, China. As you can see in the photo, the building simply fell over. One worker was killed. This article in the Los Angeles Times describes the shoddy construction practices in China.

OSHA Expands Existing Respiratory Protection Standard

Posted by proforma on April 2, 2009  |  No Comments

On April 1, 2009, OSHA announced that it has released a guidance document of mandatory respirator selection provisions that are being added to the existing Respiratory Protection standard, revised in 2006. To access this document, click here.

OSHA Eye and Face Protection eTool

Posted by proforma on March 7, 2009  |  No Comments

OSHA offers an online “etool” that will help companies and individuals ensure they have the correct eye and face protection and meet government requirements. In addition to providing OSHA standards, the site also provides guidance for the selection of the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE) device, training in its use, and other useful information.