Failures, Fires, Accidents, Workplace Safety
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Dr. Andrew Davidoff has joined ACS Engineering & Safety consulting team, bringing extensive expertise in forensic geology! … More Welcome Dr. Andrew Davidoff!
Dr. Kim Kuhlman has joined ACS Engineering & Safety consulting team, bringing extensive expertise in materials laboratory analysis and additional skills in photography, drones, SEO, and AI. Her proficiency in various analytical techniques and technology significantly enhances the organization’s consulting services. [Word count: 49] … More Welcome Dr. Kim Kuhlman!
We will soon be releasing a beta-training class in Forklift (or Powered Industrial Trucks) safety based on a lecture I gave to University of Houston students in health and safety. Unlike most forklift trainings, this is geared for students who would be managing forklift safety as opposed to operating forklifts. It is being beta-tested for … More Online Safety Training Resources
This was a new construction fire in Houston (Robert Chambers on Youtube). Notice 1 minute and 15 seconds into the video the main structure is collapsing, while a rectangular section continues standing. This was the stairwell built to NFPA Life Safety Code standards: fire exit stairwells must be designed to a high fire resistance.