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Proper Use of Ladders on Jobsites Can Help Workers to Mitigate Personal Risk

National Fire Protection Association

Jobsites are a hazardous place on their own accord. With so many things that can be out of our control on jobsites, such as someone making a decision that puts another person in harm’s way, we would be foolish to not mitigate risk by controlling the things that we can control. Ladders should always be visually checked before each use.

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NFPA and IBC Occupancy Classifications when Hazardous Materials are Present

National Fire Protection Association

Hazardous materials are those chemicals or substances that are classified as a physical hazard material or a health hazard material (see this blog for more information). There's often some confusion around what the appropriate occupancy classification is when hazardous materials are present.

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A Better Understanding of NFPA 70E: Setting Up an Electrical Safety Program (Part 6 - Inspections)

National Fire Protection Association

The responsible person will need to not only determine that an installation meets the applicable manufacturer requirements but also those of applicable standards. However, technicians maintaining motor control equipment must know the applicable NEC requirements. Is their work inspected by a facility employee?

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An Electrical Inspector’s Role in Reducing Electric Shock Drowning

National Fire Protection Association

has been said that ESD is the catch-all phrase that encompasses all in-water shock casualties and fatalities. Adding equipotential planes and bonding of equipotential planes that could help mitigate step and touch voltages for electrical equipment that supply power to the equipment. of the 2020 NEC.

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Risk Assessment vs Risk Analysis

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A risk assessment evaluates all the potential risks to your organization’s ability to do business. This includes potential threats to information systems, devices, applications, and networks. A risk analysis is conducted for each identified risk, and security controls are pinpointed to mitigate or avoid these threats.

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Is your business ready for any disaster? Review this 5-point disaster preparedness checklist

Online Computers

But how can you be sure that your strategy to mitigate disasters will actually work? The first step in preparing for a disaster is to assess all the potential risks and hazards to your business, and then prioritize them based on their likelihood of occurring. Assess the risks. Appoint key personnel. Secure your backups.

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Strategies for Digital Risk Protection

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Hence cybersecurity risk management is crucial to prevent and mitigate cyber threats. This refers to all risks introduced by service providers and third parties working with your enterprise. Any hazards associated with cloud architectural changes, the use of new platforms such as IoT devices, or new IT systems can lead to digital risk.