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Document ID (ISN)61249
CIS number 93-2060
ISBN(s) 1-55127-027-7
Year 1991
Convention or series no. LPBA O149306
Title Inspecting physical conditions - Guidelines for setting standards
Bibliographic information Industrial Accident Prevention Association, 250 Yonge Street, 28th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5B 2N4, Canada, 1991. iii, 159p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Price: CAD 64.95.
Abstract This reference document contains guidelines for each element in the 'Physical Conditions Guide for Inspections' (copy included as an appendix). The guidelines may be used in conjunction with the Guide or on their own to develop checklists for workplace inspections, to develop company standards and to assist in legal compliance. Elements covered: general workplace conditions; facilities; materials; equipment; hazard controls; emergency systems; protective equipment compliance. Relevant laws, standards and other publications are listed for each element and brief guidelines are provided on specific safety requirements.
Descriptors (primary) safety engineering; safety checks; Canada
Descriptors (secondary) materials handling; safety guides; safety devices; lighting; walkways; machine tools; lifting tackle; workplace design; noise; flooring; stairs; outdoor communication ways; harmful substances; valves; pressure vessels and systems; handling and storage; ladders; scaffolds; hand tools; manuals; ventilation; emergency organization; first aid; personal protective equipment; fire protection; hazard identification; legislation; check lists; disposal of harmful waste
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Country / State or ProvinceCanada
Subject(s) Generalities
Broad subject area(s) Mechanical hazards, transport
Browse category(ies) Safety supervision