Safety United

Safety United Staff

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 21:44:57 GMT

Edward R. Ziegler, P.E., C.S.P. 5065 Westheimer Suite 810 Houston, TX 77056 T: 713.439.1241 F: 713.850.1235 info@safetyunited.com Education: B.S. Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering (1972), Pennsylvania State University Juris Doctor (1979), University of Pittsburgh (2 years), South Texas College of Law (degree) M.S. Safety Engineering Courses and Research (1994-2003), Kennedy-Western University Experience: Safety United, Inc. 2002- Present Safety engineer providing consulting and safety planning for governments as well as oil and gas, construction, manufacturing and other...

Resume of Marjorie McDonald

Mon, 24 Oct 2005 20:53:32 GMT

Marjorie McDonald, AS, BS 5065 Westheimer Suite 810 Houston, TX 77056 Education: BS Occupational Safety and Health – Science and Engineering Montana Tech of the University of Montana (2005) AS Math and Science, Central Wyoming College (2002) Qualifications: A detail-orientated, high-energy individual, passionate about health and safety with keen problem solving and analytical skills. The ability to provide guidance in the areas of accident investigation, contractor safety, accident data analysis, writing and administrating training programs related to HSE, industrial hygiene and sampling, research related to safety standards, pre-employment testing, performing safety audits, and research related to OSHA and MSHA. Safety and Health experience in the construction, and mining industries and extensive exposure to government regulatory agencies. Experience: Safety United, Inc. 2005 - Present Safety Consultant providing...

Safety United Staff

Thu, 20 Oct 2005 14:20:28 GMT

Shae M. Meehan, BS 5065 Westheimer Suite 810 Houston, TX 77056 T: 713.439.1241 F: 713.850.1235 info@safetyunited.com Education: BS Occupational Safety and Health - Science and Engineering Montana Tech of the University of Montana (2004) Qualifications: Knowledgeable of OSHA regulations and their implementation in clinical and field settings. Proven ability to work under adverse and stressful conditions. Four years military medical experience. Extensive experience in customer service, including written and verbal communication. Experience: Safety United, Inc. 2004 - Present Safety Consultant providing specialized training in OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Courses, workplace CPR and first aid, HAZWOPER, and diverse training. Other services provided include: walk-thru inspections, detailed plant safety analysis, and development of safety procedures or protocol. Edward R. Ziegler, P.E., C.S.P. 2004 - Present Intern as OSHA...

Safety Programs

Tue, 16 Aug 2005 20:40:10 GMT

Safety United develops, writes, evaluates, and audits safety programs and operating documents. We can perform a broad range of services to help your business implement safety programs to meet regulations and to follow industry standards and best practice. Our safety programs include materials to comply with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, environmental areas, process safety, and operator qualification for various equipment and regulations.

Safety Programs and Safety Services

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Policies and Codes of Conduct

Management policy is the basis of every safety program and for guidance in development and implementation of the program. We will provide experienced and knowledgeable insight in policy and philosophy development, as well as guidance such as a Code of Conduct. Such materials may also be necessary for Sarbanes-Oxley management oversight and similar developments in overall corporate governance, including for safety, health, and environmental issues.

Manuals and Procedures

Safety United will review your written safety materials, and help you determine what additions or updates are needed. New safety regulations and standards, best practice development, and changes in your operation or business will often require new safety materials and programs.

Site Inspections

Safety United will analyze, audit, inspect and monitor your workplace or projects to help determine compliance and safety and health needs for your business. Our experienced personnel will be able to quickly and efficiently help determine your needs and improvement that might be needed.

Basic and Custom Training

Safety United provides OSHA and other basic training programs, as well as industry-specific and custom programs. We provide training from basic office and hazard communication programs, to specific procedures for such work areas and equipment as oilfield, material handling and rigging, HAZMAT, lockout/tagout, confined space, transportation, pipeline compliance, and process safety and turn-arounds.

Expert Witnesses and Litigation Support

Safety United provides litigation support and expert witness services in the areas covered by our safety practice. We have staff and other consultants and resources with broad experience in and understanding of the litigation process. We have expertise and experience in the practical aspects of work and projects, as well as with safety regulations and industry standards and practice.

Safety Training

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Safety United provides all types and levels of safety and health training. Areas and some of our training programs include the following. Custom training can be developed and cost-effective for your exact needs.

Our course catalog contains the descriptions of our most frequently requested courses. Feel free to download and view the Safety United course catalog and call us if you have questions regarding a topic or class availability.

Safety United Course Catalog.pdf

Lockout Tagout

Thu, 16 Jun 2005 21:15:16 GMT

Description:

This course covers OSHA 1910.147 standards for the control of hazardous energy, as well as the less-detailed construction standard at 29 CFR 1926.20 and .21. A wallet card and certificate are awarded to each participant upon completion of the course.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify sources and types of energy hazards;
Identify hazards in the workplace;
Know and understand OSHA requirements;
Know how to identify "affected persons"
Know how and where to apply locks and tags
Know how and when to document locks and tags
Demonstrate knowledge of these areas and OSHA

Course Duration:

16.00 hours

Audience:

Supervisors, contractors at multi-employer workplaces, affected employees, maintenance and repair workers, and anyone working on or around electrical, mechanical, elevated, or other equipment with applied or retained energy, or that is subject to movement by gravity.

Prerequisites:

None

Method of Evaluation:

Examination and practical (hands-on)

Forklift Training and Crane Operations

Thu, 16 Jun 2005 21:13:49 GMT

Target Audience

New hires and experienced workers who operate or work in the presence of forklifts, cranes and rigging will be instructed in regulatory compliance and introduced to correct driving procedures.

Duration

4 hours

Content

Background of forklift and crane injuries
Background regulatory compliance
Preparing equipment
Maintenance checks
Operator training
Safe driving conditions
Rigging operations

Methodology

A combination of presentations and videos

Prerequisites

None required

OSHA Training Courses

Thu, 16 Jun 2005 21:10:28 GMT

OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

OSHA 10-Hour Construction

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

OSHA Regulations

Additional OSHA Training Courses

Hazardous Material Handling

Thu, 16 Jun 2005 17:56:33 GMT

HAZCOM

This course ensures employers and employees know about work hazards and how to protect themselves, reducing the incidence of chemical-source illness and injuries.

HAZMAT

This course focuses on the handling, storage and use of flammable and combustible liquids with a flash point below 200°F. It addresses the primary concern of design, ventilation, ignition sources and storage.

Hazardous Material Handling

This training communicates key information about a variety of potentially hazardous substances. Topics covered include routes of entry, the nature of the health and physical hazards associated with the hazardous material, typical settings where the substance can be found, protective equipment and emergency procedures.

H₂S (Hydrogen Sulfide)

Participants will learn how to identify H₂S contaminated areas, test areas for exposure levels, and protect themselves from harmful effects. Additionally, individuals will learn the chemical characteristics and biological effects that H₂S has on the body. Any individual working in or around confined spaces, sewage, well-drilling sites, or decomposing materials should have H₂S training.

Staff

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Our staff and resources include safety professionals, technicians, and consultants with a diverse background, broad skills, and the experience to analyze, understand, and improve your safety program.

Examples of our people include:

Edward R. Ziegler, PE, C.S.P.

Principal Consultant

A safety, engineering, and oil and gas background with over thirty years of experience.

Résumé

Marjorie McDonald, AS, BS

Safety Consultant

An OSHA/MSHA, training and industrial safety background; regulation and standards in several areas.

Résumé

Shae M. Meehan, BS

Safety Consultant

A military, training, and hazard analysis background; regulation and standards in several areas.

Résumé

Safety United Newsletters

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 16:05:38 GMT

Please click the links below to download a PDF version of the Safety United Newsletter.

Newsletter-June 2004

Newsletter-Nomember 2004

Job Safety Analysis

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 16:01:12 GMT

This program teaches employees the fundamentals of job safety analysis and shares with managers the motivational aspects of managing a job safety analysis program. Both managers and employees benefit.

Target Audience

Managers and supervisors

Duration

Eight hours

Content

Hazard recognition
Hazard analysis
Risk allocation and assessment
Eliminating or reducing hazards
Change the job or task
Monitor change, new workers, and improvement

Delivery

Lecture, video/slide, workshop

Prerequisites

None required

Accident Investigation

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 16:00:01 GMT

Through classroom lessons and exercises presented from an investigator’s point of view, trainees will learn to recognize accidents and incidents, conduct investigations, determine the root cause of an accident, and implement effective corrective actions.

Target Audience

Supervisors, anyone with accident investigation responsibility or for follow-up to incidents or improvement.

Duration

One to two days

Content

Recognizing incidents and near-misses
Investigation and documentation
Evidence, chain of custody, and photographs/videos
Causation methodologies
Selection of a method
A root cause analysis
Documentation and trends
Determining and implementing corrective measures

Delivery

Lecture, video, workshop

Prerequisites

None required

Confined Space

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 15:58:25 GMT

Description

This course covers OSHA 1910.146, Confined Space Regulations, and relevant OSHA 1910.147, Lockout/Tagout Regulations. A wallet card and certificate are awarded to each participant upon completion of the course.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify permit-required confined spaces;
Recognize and evaluate hazards of confined spaces;
Select the protective equipment needed for a safe entry;
Apply techniques of isolation and control of energy source;
Issue entry permits to confined spaces; and
Demonstrate proper use of protective equipment.

Course Duration

16.00 hours

Audience

Employees who perform repairs, inspections, and maintenance operations in a confined space. Examples of these locations may include, but not limited to, manholes, tunnels, sewers, pumping stations, tanks, vessels, drain pipes, barge and ferry compartments, bridge spires and trench/excavation.

Prerequisites

None

Method of Evaluation

Question and answer period initiated by the instructor with a written test including the questions covering the objectives and key points. Additionally, a hands-on equipment test will be conducted.

Scaffolding

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 15:56:48 GMT

Target Audience
New hires and employees receiving new tasks, or ready for a refresher, learn how to use scaffolding safely on a construction site in order to reduce unsafe behaviors.

Duration
4 hour refresher, or 6 hour basic course, or 8 hour competent person

Content
Provide English and/or Spanish language training courses in scaffolding and scaffolding safety that will meet the OSHA 1926 Subpart L regulation. Safety United will provide training using video, presentations, hands-on experience, and/or interactive learning.

Methodology
A combination of presentations, demonstrations and videos

Prerequisites
Basic Safety Orientation

First Aid

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 15:54:49 GMT

Target Audience

Anyone who would like to be prepared to use the American Red Cross approach to assist people who may be injured or experience unexpected health problems

Duration

5 hours

Content

Introduction
Recognizing emergencies
Protecting yourself before providing care
Prioritizing care
Rescue breathing
Cardiac emergencies
Sudden illness
Injuries
Examination

Methodology

Combination of presentation, demonstrations, videos, hands-on and interactive lessons

Prerequisites

None required

Ergonomics

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 15:53:52 GMT

Participants learn to apply ergonomic principles relative to work physiology, computer terminals, lifting and other topics to their specific work environment.

Target Audience

All levels of workers as an introductory course.

Duration

4 to 8 hours

Content

Ergonomics and Human Factors
High Risk Tasks and Jobs
Indentify Hazards
Work Practices, Equipment, and Procedures
Monitor Changes and Improved Performance
Lifting Limits
Task Redesign
Workstation Factors

Delivery

Lecture and Video

Prerequisites

None required

Workplace CPR

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 15:53:12 GMT

Target Audience

Anyone who would like to be prepared for using the American Red Cross approach to CPR for assisting people with unexpected heart or breathing problems in
the workplace

Duration

3 hours

Content

Introduction
Recognizing emergencies
Protecting yourself before providing care
Prioritizing care
Rescue breathing
Cardiac emergencies
Unconscious choking victims
Examination

Methodology

Combination of presentation, demonstrations, videos, hands-on and interactive lessons

Prerequisites

None required

Contractor Safety

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 15:43:12 GMT

Contractor safety is an important element of any organization. Safety United provides training that will help improve the relationships between contractors on a multi-employer worksite. Safety Orientation is the first step in ensuring that every individual onsite understands their responsibilities to themselves as well as their employer. Think safety and work safely and remember that safety comes first.

Our goal is to provide your business the most appropriate consultant, trainer, or technical expert for your needs in the most efficient manner possible. This allows you to focus on your core operation. SU also provides consulting or contract placement services to assist clients with short or long-term projects without the distraction and startup delay caused by the hiring process.

Safety United

Safety United Staff

Resume of Marjorie McDonald

Safety United Staff

Safety Programs

Safety Programs and Safety Services

Safety Training

Lockout Tagout

Description:

Objectives:

Course Duration:

Audience:

Prerequisites:

Method of Evaluation:

Forklift Training and Crane Operations

Target Audience

Duration

Content

Methodology

Prerequisites

OSHA Training Courses

Hazardous Material Handling

HAZCOM

HAZMAT

Hazardous Material Handling

H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide)

Staff

Edward R. Ziegler, PE, C.S.P.

Marjorie McDonald, AS, BS

Shae M. Meehan, BS

Safety United Newsletters

Job Safety Analysis

Target Audience

Duration

Content

Delivery

Prerequisites

Accident Investigation

Target Audience

Duration

Content

Delivery

Prerequisites

Confined Space

Description

Objectives

Course Duration

Audience

Prerequisites

Method of Evaluation

Scaffolding

First Aid

Target Audience

Duration

Content

Methodology

Prerequisites

Ergonomics

Target Audience

Duration

Content

Delivery

Prerequisites

Workplace CPR

Target Audience

Duration

Content

Methodology

Prerequisites

Contractor Safety

H₂S (Hydrogen Sulfide)