Voices: Field Notes

Better attention to waste could be key to your bottom line

Inspections, constant vigilance and good design are critical to mitigating dust hazards.

Selecting appropriate electrical area classification is crucial

Pay attention to how your people dress for the cold.

Many plant operations pose under-appreciated risks

Take adequate steps to defuse dangers posed by such particles

Inspecting operations can provide invaluable insights

Keep in mind a number of key points including the value of some padding

Honing phone skills with vendors is important

Many people will have a hand in your successful project

Properly account for the impact of the pandemic and other issues

Follow some practical pointers to properly use these handy devices

Ignoring the humdrum to chase after the next shiny thing can stifle success

Some sensible steps can stave off unwelcome surprises

We won’t recognize chemical processing by 2100

Air, water, steam and gas systems may harbor some unpleasant surprises

Better integrating them into our teams would boost safety significantly

Review of past decisions can show if they really were right

Changes since a proposal was frozen can pose risks and opportunities

Getting mechanical details right requires some knowledge of pipe construction

Take some sage advice on dealing with touchy situations

School teaches you how to learn not how to think

The benefits of stainless steel sometimes blind users to its limitations

Evaluate causes and service life left before rushing to repair

Follow an effective format rather than rigid corporate standards