Articles Tagged with ''safety training''

Unified Group Talks Identifying, Managing Risks During Safety Forum

Safety Director's Forum held in Kansas City, Missouri

July 30, 2019

The Unified Group held its second Safety Director’s Forum in Kansas City, Missouri.

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When Recovering A2L Refrigerants, Using the Right Machine Is Critical

Standard recovery units may not have the safety features needed for mildly flammable refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

June 3, 2019

Most standard recovery machines are designed to handle A1 refrigerants, which means they may not have the safety features required for mildly flammable refrigerants.

Sheet Metal Workers Prove Safety is First During Safety Champion Awards

June 13, 2018

FAIRFAX, Va. – The Sheet Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust (SMOHIT), the safety arm of the unionized sheet metal and air conditioning industry, recently gave out its 2018 Safety Champion Awards to those in the industry who exemplified a safety culture.

Safety Labels vs Signs: What’s the Difference?

Kelsey Rzepecki

May 7, 2018

The accurate interpretation of safety signs is crucial to prevent injuries and save lives. OSHA has set industry standards that clearly define what a safety sign is, how it should be used, and where it should be placed.

Tips to Help Prevent Cold Stress When Troubleshooting Refrigeration Systems

How to reduce the risk of cold-related injuries when working on refrigeration systems

February 5, 2018

During the course of troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration systems, there are times when refrigeration technicians need to work in extremely cold environments for extended periods of time.

The 38th Annual Building Safety Month Theme is Building Codes Save Lives

This international campaign, led by the International Code Council, is celebrated by jurisdictions worldwide during the month of May

January 8, 2018

The International Code Council announced the 38th annual Building Safety Month theme as Building Codes Save Lives. Building Safety Month is an international campaign held during the month of May that raises awareness about building safety and the importance of current safety codes and the role of code officials in creating safe, sustainable structures that communities can rely on for generations to come.

Safety Remains the Top Priority for Contractors in the Summer Months

Contractors share how they keep their workers safe from the heat, exhaustion, and wildlife

Nicole Krawcke

August 21, 2017

Summer is kind of a double-edged sword for HVAC contractors. On one hand, it’s among the busiest and, therefore, most profitable times of the year. On the other hand, it’s one of the most demanding times of the year, and technicians can easily work 70-80 hours a week.

Securing Your Staff's Safety

Safety training is a must to comply with ever-changing regulations

Samantha Sine

December 19, 2016

Contractors can create a safety and health program using a number of simple steps that include training workers on how to identify and control hazards, inspecting the job site with workers to identify the problems with equipment and materials, and developing responses to possible emergency scenarios in advance.

Custom Air Products Achieves Company’s Lowest EMR Safety Measure

EMR rating of .62 said to be among the best in the industry

March 7, 2016

Taylor Norris, CEO of Custom Air Products & Services Inc. (CAPS), announced that the company has achieved its lowest ever EMR (experience modification rate), a measure used by insurance companies to indicate a company’s safety performance. CAPS has recorded a better than average EMR for the past three years.

Fluke Offers Free Online Course on Electrical Measurement Safety

Training provides guidance on how to minimize hazards while making electrical measurements

January 21, 2016

Fluke Corp. is offering a free new online course: Fluke Electrical Measurement Safety. It features guidance reflecting the latest information on how to minimize potential hazards when performing electrical measurements. The course is intended to aid anyone who works with electricity, including HVAC technicians.

On Demand As AI workloads and high-density computing push traditional cooling methods to their limits, the data center industry is accelerating the adoption of next-generation HVAC technologies.

In this session, we will cover how to design VRF systems for the U.S. market using new A2L refrigerants. These systems provide an advanced zoning solution by using inverter technology to deliver precise heating and cooling control across multiple zones and spaces.