Measurement of Safety Performance 2005, ASSE, hardcover 200 pages #4409

In the latest book from one of America's leading consultants on safety management and organizational behavior, Dan Petersen, Measurement of Safety Performance looks at the types of safety measurements currently used by companies and shows why they are inadequate for a realistic assessment of safety performance. Instead of “measuring failures” by using OSHA incident rates and accident statistics and worker’s compensation claims, which only measure incidents, Petersen argues that the best way to measure a company’s safety performance at all levels of the company is to use different types of tools, such as perception surveys and scored assessments like audits, to get a true measure of safety. Measures should exist for different levels of the company, from employees, first-line management, middle management, to upper management. He also suggests that getting employees involved in the safety process is key to making safety measures not just statistics in a company spreadsheet.

"The activity based performance measures will build employee involvement and the result based performance measures will engage executive management."
- Greg Rindal, CIH, CSP

ANSI Z244.1 (2003) Control of Hazardous Energy - Lockout/Tagout and Alternative Methods #3386

Cited in OSHA interpretations and private sector materials, the Z244.1 Standard is a significant standard used by many, if not most, SH&E professionals as a resource for addressing control of hazardous energy and lockout/tagout.

The scope and purpose of the standard is to establish requirements for the control of hazardous energy associated with machines, equipment, or processes that could cause injury to personnel.

The purpose of this standard is to establish requirements and performance objectives for procedures, techniques, designs and methods that protect personnel where injury can occur as a result of the unexpected release of hazardous energy. Unexpected release of hazardous energy can include any unintended motion, energization, start-up or release of stored energy, deliberate or otherwise, from the perspective of the person(s) at risk.

ASSE Refresher Guide for the Safety Fundamentals Exam # 331196

The ASSE Refresher Guide, is a new edition of ASSE's CSP Refresher Guide, developed for candidates preparing for the Board of Certified Safety Professionals' Safety Fundamentals Examination. In addition to a comprehensive "workbook" containing hundreds of questions in all Examination subject areas, the ASSE Refresher Guide provides information on the latest best practices, and current codes, regulations, and standards used by safety professionals today-which will better prepare you for the Examination. Each section was thoroughly reviewed by Richard T. Beohm, P.E., CSP, ARM, former ASSE Engineering Division Administrator, and a team of safety, health and environmental professionals.

Drawing from the latest list of texts and references recommended by the Board to candidates preparing to take the Examination, the Guide was updated to reflect the knowledge and skills needed by today's practicing Certified Safety Professional, as defined in the BCSP Examination Blueprint, in four domains:

• Domain 1: Safety, Health and Environmental Management
• Domain 2: Safety, Health and Environmental Engineering
• Domain 3: Safety, Health and Environmental Information Management and Communication
• Domain 4: Professional Conduct and Ethics

The new edition will be a valuable resource to the ASP candidate, as well as a valuable reference for use throughout one's career.

American Society of Safety Engineers, 1204 pgs

Refresher Guide for the Safety Fundamentals Exam CD-Rom version #10115

Completely revised and formatted for the new BCSP Safety Fundamentals Examination. The ASP CD provides interactive learning and test environments developed from the BCSP's own list of recommended readings in all subject areas of the examinations. The Report feature provides a summary of your practice test results by subject area. Questions may be bookmarked to create your own study sessions and each practice test is based on a new selection of questions.

This easy to use, educational and preparatory format is a must for any CSP candidate's study plan. The study documents are easy to scroll through, contain hyperlinks from the table of contents to the section you wish to turn to, and contain a "find" feature that enables users to search for a specific word in the study material. These documents also open into Microsoft Word for ease in printing and paper use for studying at the candidate's own pace. For those safety professionals seeking the Certified Safety Professional designation, the Safety Fundamentals Examination Study Guide CD-ROM should not be passed up.
James Boretti, CSP

Comprehensive Practice Examination Study Guide #9606

The new edition now has over 900 questions and answers in the four domains which comprise the BCSP's revised examination format:

• Safety, Health and Environmental Management
• Safety, Health and Environmental Engineering
• Safety, Health and Environmental Information Management and Communication
• Professional Conduct and Ethics.

The engineering questions have been revised and expanded to reflect the changes in the BCSP Examination, and most of the engineering and mathematics problems are provided with worked solutions.

Comprehensive Practice Examination Study Guide CD-Rom version #9606CD

The revised version of the popular Study Guide from ASSE is an efficient and convenient way to prepare for the new BCSP CSP Examination. This latest version contains a new engineering examination with questions on:

• Safety Engineering
• Fire Protection
• Occupational Health Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Applied Sciences
• System Safety
• Legal/Regulatory Aspects

Each of the four domains on the new CSP Examination is covered by a separate Study Session, Question & Answer practice examination, and a list of the BCSP-recommended references from which the questions were developed.

A special feature of the Q&A session allows you to turn off the explanation and/or worked solution. Use the Bookmark feature to return to difficult questions for later review with the answers "off."

The CD also includes a complete, timed, comprehensive examination which is compiled based on randomly selected questions ensuring a new examination each time. A full report summary presents the percent answered correctly by subject area, as well as total score.

The Participation Factor #4391

Dr. Scott Geller, Ph.D.
Dr. Scott Geller wrote this book based on the belief that too many safety articles and books approach the human or psychology side of safety from the "common sense" perspective-which research shows is often biased and leads to the wrong results. What safety slogans are more appropriate? What kinds of incentive/reward programs could increase participation? And what safety performance metrics should we use to increase positive stress rather than negative stress (or distress), and thereby encourage empowerment and involvement? In answering these questions, Dr. Geller debunks many of the myths behind the "common sense" approach to improving participation. Included is a new Social Influence Survey (SIS) designed to teach the social dynamics of safety. Selected Chapters include:

• The Psychology of Non-Participation
• The Benefits of Self-Persuasion
• The Need for Competence
• The Support of Social Dynamics
• Essentials of Effective Leadership

2002, ASSE; softcover; 266 pgs

Guidelines for Hot Work in Confined Spaces #4382

Martin H. Finkel, CIH, CMC
A frequent reason for entering confined spaces is to conduct "hot work"-welding, cutting, grinding, etc. But very few regulations or guidebooks address the many fire and explosion hazards that may be present in these operations.

Fortunately, Martin H. Finkel, a Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified Marine Chemist, has written Guidelines for Hot Work in Confined Spaces. Using a basic, easy-to-follow approach, Finkel shows the safety professional and industrial hygienist how to ensure that hot work is conducted safely in potentially hazardous environments.

This guidebook presents proven, effective techniques for recognizing and correcting the hazards that occur in these situations. Hazards that may be hidden from the casual observer are revealed, so that those tasked with approving welding, cutting, drilling and other hot work operations in confined areas can do so with confidence.

This new printing has been updated to include a change in the standard, new case studies, an additional appendix, and new references.

"The book outlines a systematic approach to recognizing, evaluating and controlling confined space hazards during hot work operations. It offers practical examples of confined space hot work incidents where the necessary approach was lacking, and offers suggestions to avoid these incidents."--Lamar Labauve CMC, Chief Technical Advisor, NFPA Confined Space Training.

Martin H. Finkel, CIH, CMC, is Principal, Environmental Safety and Health of Alaska, a training and consulting firm based in Anchorage. He is a Certified Industrial Hygienist and a Certified Marine Chemist. Finkel holds a B.S. in Biology from the University of California, Riverside, and an M.A. in Administration of Environmental Protection Programs from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. He has more than 25 years' experience in safety and industrial hygiene.

2000, ASSE; softcover; glossary and index

Crane Hazards and Their Prevention #4348

David V. MacCollum P.E., CSP
Revised for 2005, this book contains updated requirements from ANSI and OSHA, as well as those from other sources, such as military specifications (MIL), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE Recommended Practices) and the Army Corps of Engineers (Safety and Health Requirements Manual). There is also updated data for injury and fatality incidents from the Hazard Information Foundation, Inc., as well as the U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA, and MSHA. New topics include how:

• Range-limiting devices can help crane operators avoid power line contacts
• Load moment indicators (LMIs) can reduce the occurrence of crane upset from overloads
• Rough-terrain mobile hydraulic cranes, logging tongs and flatbed trucks that have hydraulic cranes mounted on them can contribute to upsets due to overloads CAD software can make lift simulations easier and less hazardous
• Technology (such as infrared detectors and closed circuit TV) can prevent injury from pinch points and nip points
• Active participation of top management can prevent accidents, injuries and fatalities by ensuring crane safety. Also included is a discussion of the Report of the Hazard Information Foundation, Inc. (HIFI) in March 2004, entitled “Safety Interventions to Control Hazards Related to Powerline Contact by Mobile Cranes and Other Boomed Equipment.”

2005, ASSE; softcover , 179 pgs.

Safety Engineering #4381

Gilbert Marshall, Professor Emeritus, University of Vermont
Richard T. Beohm, P.E., CSP, ARM, Editor
Revised and updated by a team of experts from many safety disciplines, this updated comprehensive text provides the latest information on a wide range of subjects fundamental to the safety profession. The third edition is completely revised and includes chapters on:

• Work Systems and Ergonomics
• Walking and Standing Surfaces
• Egress and Life Safety
• Hazardous Materials
• Principles of Machine Guarding
• Fire Prevention and Suppression, and Standards and Legislation

Based on expert practices, research, and fundamental principles, this book is a valuable, practical resource for today ’s safety professionals.

Contributors include: Robert N. Andres, CSP, CPE, CMfgE; Richard T. Beohm, P.E., CSP, ARM; Kevin L. Biando, P.E., MSFPE; Scott E. Brueck, CIH; John J. Foley, P.E.; Steven W. Hays, CSP; Rodney D. Ice, Ph.D.; Michael Lowish, CSP; Kirk E. Mahan, P.E., CSP; John W. Mroszczyk, Ph.D., P.E., CSP; Daniel J. Ortiz, CSP, MPH; Richard W. Stickle, P.E., CSP; and Keith E. Vidal, P.E.
2000, ASSE; hardcover; 450 pg

Basic Safety Administration: A Handbook For The New Safety Specialist (Hardcover) #4399

Now available - a completely updated and expanded hardcover edition of Fred Fanning's popular book for the new or collateral-duty safety officer with limited professional safety training. This concise and powerful handbook provides and introduction to the key elements of a safety program.

Learn:

• The elements of a safety and security program
• How to get started
• How to staff the safety program
• How to continue an established program
• Includes a glossary of safety terms and 22 helpful appendices with hands-on examples and sample forms.

Basic Safety Administration: A Handbook For The New Safety Specialist (Paperback) #4360

Now available - a completely updated and expanded hardcover edition of Fred Fanning's popular book for the new or collateral-duty safety officer with limited professional safety training. This concise and powerful handbook provides and introduction to the key elements of a safety program.

Learn:

• The elements of a safety and security program
• How to get started
• How to staff the safety program
• How to continue an established program
• Includes a glossary of safety terms and 22 helpful appendices with hands-on examples and sample forms.

Math is an important part of everyday life and an integral part of the skills necessary to become certified in the safety profession. Many who pursue certification have long since completed their college math courses and have not actively pursued the math skills they once had. Background Math provides the basics necessary to successfully negotiate the math included on the certification exams, as well as a handy primer for those who already have their credentials.

Topics include:

• Calculator selection and use, including BCSP rules for calculators, strategies for examinations and hierarchy for operations
• Fractions, reciprocals, proportions, rounding and absolute value
• Exponents, roots and logarithms and antilogs
• Systems of measurement, including English, metric, conversions and dimensional analysis
• Notation, both scientific and engineering
• Algebraic properties and simple equations, including variables, commutation, associative and distributive properties, order of operations, rules of equations, multiplying polynomials, and solving equations
• Applied algebra, including sets, subsets, Venn diagrams, graphing, slopes and intercepts, quadratic equations and word problems
• Geometry
• Trigonometry, including functions, law of cosines and sines, scaffold problems, sling problems, ramp problems and multiple triangles
• Boolean algebra, including fault tree analysis

The Fire Safety Management Handbook, Second Edition #4398

This newly updated edition is a valuable resource for safety professionals.

• Locate agency assistance and available resources for fire service programs
• Create an organizational infrastructure for quick, professional response
• Summarize the qualifications needed by fire service employees
• Explain types and functions of fire control equipment
• Identify hazardous materials
• Present the training and education needed by fire service personnel
• Understand the components of effective fire service communications and dispatching
• Demonstrate accepted management practices to establish and improve fire service operations.