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Session

Case Study

Tuesday, March 04

04:00 PM - 04:30 PM

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Hand safety and protection is a critical concern due to the potential exposure to hazardous substances that can lead to severe injuries or long-term health issues. This presentation explores the methodologies for identifying and understanding safety codes and regulations pertinent to hand protection in this sector. It emphasizes the importance of consulting established guidelines from organizations such as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and ANSI (American National Standards Institute), which provide comprehensive standards for personal protective equipment (PPE). Additionally, the role of risk assessments, employee training, and incident reporting in determining appropriate hand safety measures is discussed. By systematically analyzing these codes and integrating them into workplace practices, it is possible to enhance worker safety, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and foster a culture of proactive hazard management.

In this session you will learn:

  • How to identify key regulatory bodies and access safety standards that govern hand protection in the chemical industry.
  • How to conduct thorough risk assessments to determine specific hand protection needs and align them with relevant safety codes.
  • How to develop effective training programs that enhance employees’ understanding of hand safety codes and ensure the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • How to stay updated on evolving best practices and safety codes through industry associations and specialized publications.

Speaker

Ariel Zorychta

QHSE Senior Advisor, Omya

I help companies better understand their roles and responsibilities when it comes to health and safety. By working with businesses across different sectors my aim is to provide a proactive and maintainable approach to health and safety. As someone who has worked in emergency services I know what it looks like when these objectives fall short and want everyone to work unharmed. My strongest asset is my ability to build and maintain relationships. I've developed a long list of businesses who turn to me when they need expert support and guidance.

Company

Omya

Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Founded in Switzerland in 1884, we now employ 9,000 people across 170 locations in 50 countries. For 140 years, we have had a positive influence on people’s lives, developing solutions to everyday challenges that are practical, efficient and sustainable. Omya provides added-value products and services from responsibly sourced materials to meet the needs of current and future generations. Our products can be found in a wide variety of everyday items, improving their functionality, appearance or sustainability. We also partner with leading manufacturers to offer specialty ingredients and engineered materials worldwide, including a full portfolio of pigments, binders and additives. Our focus on ‘Thinking of Tomorrow’ identifies ways in which our natural minerals and our associated distribution portfolio can be used to improve the performance of other products and processes. Working closely with customers to solve their challenges often means finding ways of helping them become more sustainable, by reducing their carbon footprint, optimizing their use of resources, minimizing waste, improving circularity or protecting the environment. Customers rely on Omya for a comprehensive range of high-quality products, backed up by expert technical support, exceptional customer service, regulatory advice and quality control.

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