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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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ESS Presentations at NFPA C&E Address a Wide Range of Issues, Including the Hazards They Present and Tactical Approaches for Mitigation

National Fire Protection Association

An NFPA Journal article, “ESS Prep,” by Angelo Verzoni highlights improved ESS training and regulation as keys to a safe coexistence with this evolving and complex hazard. In addition, a series of ESS educational sessions hosted at C&E are addressing ESS and lithium-ion batteries from various angles.

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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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Risk Management Process- Part 3a: Risk Assessment and Risk Identification

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The risk assessment process also documents existing strategies and measures to mitigate risk. The objective of this step is to leave no stone unturned and to uncover all conceivable hazards, however minor or remote. The costs to mitigate each risk. The specific steps required for appropriate risk mitigation.

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Call for Papers and Save the Date for 2023 SUPDET

National Fire Protection Association

Are you aware of the latest research techniques and applications used for fire suppression, detection, signaling, and other emerging technologies? Join the Fire Protection Research Foundation as we host the 19th SUPDET® (short for suppression and detection) Conference taking place September 12–14 in Northbrook, Illinois.

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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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Risk Management Process- Part 1: Overview

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In this miniseries, we are going to follow the entire risk management process, focusing on its application to operational risks. We will end the series with an overview of the risk prioritization and mitigation stages of the process. The BIA, if already completed, determines impact.