Safety
NWIRC on Your Side
A focus on safety in manufacturing is critical for the health and well-being of employees. The reduction of workplace incidents with proper safety procedures makes work safer, reduces the need for medical attention, and eliminates lost time due to accidents. Investing in safety ensures compliance with regulations and standards, such as OSHA, helps preserve equipment, and mitigates financial losses.
NWIRC’s network of industrial safety experts are available to provide a range of training, consultative, and assessment services, including:
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Assesses manufacturing processes, equipment, and facilities to identify potential hazards. They develop risk mitigation strategies, such as implementing safety protocols, engineering controls, and protective measures.
- Safety Training Programs: Designs and delivers customized safety training for manufacturing employees. Topics range from safe machine operation and chemical to emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage.
- Compliance and Regulatory Guidance: Informs manufacturers about safety regulations and updates from regulatory agencies, such as OSHA and EPA, and helps you comply with standards, certifications, and audits.
- Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis: If an incident or accident occurs, a safety specialist can investigate to determine causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Ergonomics and Wellness: Advise regarding employee wellness programs, mental health support, and ergonomic practices to reduce workplace injuries
MANUFACTURING RESULTS
Jamestown Coating Technologies: Eye on the Prize with Risk Management
Jamestown Coating Technologies was founded in 1885. They currently have 57 employees and are ISO Certified. Jamestown Coating Technologies knows first-hand the importance of safety after experiencing a devastating fire over 65 years ago…