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National "Stand Down Week" Sparks Conversations on Workplace Fall Prevention

• May 07, 2024
• ACC

Among construction employees, falls from elevation remain the leading cause of death, accounting for 395 of 1,069 deaths in the industry according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In its continued effort to spread awareness of fall hazards in the workplace, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is hosting its annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction May 6th – 10th.

OSHA Unveils 2023 Injury and Illness Statistics Report

• Apr 24, 2024
• OSHA

Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration published its 2023 injury and illness data. The data was collected under the agency's new Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses regulation, which was published July 2023.

OSHA to Develop Heat Standards for Workers

• Jan 08, 2024
• Tennessee Chill Box

OSHA is developing recommendations for regulatory standards for the prevention of heat-related illnesses of outdoor workers.

Just Breathe

• May 29, 2020
• Provided by SES Foam

SES Foam examines spray foam’s role in maintaining clean air

Introducing a Safer System Process

• Jan 29, 2020
• Spray Foam Systems

Spray Foam Systems weighs in on how innovation is essential for Safety and Progression in the Spray Foam Industry

Fall Protection Topped OSHA's 2023 Most Cited Violations

• Dec 01, 2023

Fall Protection – General Requirements (1926.501) was OSHA’s most frequently cited standard in fiscal year 2023. If that sounds familiar, it’s because this is the 13th consecutive year the standard has topped the list.

Building Breathable Safety

• Nov 30, 2023
• Brought to you by Bullard

Health and safety must be a priority in the spray foam applicators workplace. As with many aspects of the construction industry, there are risks and hazards on building sites, so risk assessments and safety precautions are vital to help keep workers safe. Companies should view health and safety at the core of their training and processes, with spray foam contractors having training and safe work practices put into action to prevent exposure before, during, and after an installation.

Prevent Contamination in Your SPF Equipment

• Nov 30, 2023
• Ken Anderson

Spray foam professionals, are you inadvertently contaminating your materials without realizing it? In the world of spray foam insulation, vigilance is key to ensuring consistent and reliable results. One often overlooked aspect is the potential leakage of seals or check balls in your transfer pump, leading to contamination issues that may go unnoticed until it’s too late.

Igniting Change

• Apr 01, 2019
• SES Foam

Is spray polyurethane foam a viable solution to the threat of house fires, especially during wildfire events?

Getting a Hard Start

• Feb 01, 2019
• Stacey Simmons

RICOWI, Inc. Hurricane Ian Report - Available Now!

• Nov 20, 2023
• RICOWI

The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues in partnership with the Storm Investigation Program (SIP) is pleased to announce the release of the 2022 Hurricane Ian report.

USGBC’s Commitment to Sustainability Earns Their HQ Triple Platinum Certification

• Oct 30, 2023
• U.S. Green Building Council

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced that its headquarters in Washington, D.C., has been awarded a prestigious triple Platinum certification in LEED, TRUE and WELL. This trio of certifications reflects USGBC’s commitment to healthy, productive, sustainable and responsible work environments.

PFAS Data Reporting Rule Finalized by EPA

• Oct 02, 2023
• EPA.gov

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that will provide EPA, its partners, and the public with the largest-ever dataset of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) manufactured and used in the United States. This rule builds on over two years of progress on the Biden-Harris Administration’s action plan to combat PFAS pollution, safeguarding public health and advancing environmental justice, and is a key action in EPA’s PFAS Strategic Roadmap.

Tools for the Business-Savvy Spray Foam Contractor

• Sep 10, 2018
• SES Foam

Why planning for growth and pipeline tracking are important for business growth for the business-savvy spray foam contractor.

Testing Code Requirements

• Sep 10, 2018
• Icynene-Lapolla

RICOWI Monitoring Aftermath Of Hurricane Idalia in Florida

• Sep 01, 2023
• RICOWI

On Wednesday, August 30, 2023, Hurricane Idalia struck Florida’s gulf coast as a Category 3 storm.

It’s Electric

• Jul 30, 2023
• Spray Foam Magazine Team

Construction work requires electrical power for numerous reasons, and oftentimes, sites have to use temporary wiring as a solution. Therefore, it’s imperative that building managers follow the rules set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Safety First

• Jun 01, 2023
• Spray Foam Magazine Team

There are so many aspects to consider when building or redesigning a spray foam rig; the process can be overwhelming. The equipment, machines, spray guns, hoses and transfer pumps are all to be considered in the design. However, there is one crucial factor that is sometimes overlooked in the excitement of setting up a rig, and that is the requirements for proper safety equipment.

IFTI Answers Frequently Asked Questions about Spray Foam

• Sep 05, 2018
• International Fireproof Technology, Inc

DOES SPRAY POLYURETHANE FOAM (SPF) NEED TO BE PROTECTED FROM FIRE?

IFTI Explains Why Codes Require Thermal or Ignition Barriers

• Sep 05, 2018
• International Fireproof Technology, Inc

SPF (spray polyurethane foam), like most other organic materials, is combustible. SPFs are formulated with flame retardants to meet the requirements of various construction codes and performance standards.