Brewery Safety Infographic

BREWERY SAFETY

Infographic Transcription

Hot liquids, pressurized tanks, wet floors, and forklifts are just some of the hazards present in breweries around the country. Brewing is considered a highly-hazardous industry, given the dangerous nature of the work. As the country’s beer market grows, employers should remain vigilant of these hazards and take steps to keep workers safe.

OVERALL BEER MARKET

105.9
BILLION
IN 2015

CRAFT BEER MARKET
22.3
BILLION
IN 2015

196,701,792
BARRELS OF BEER
PRODUCED IN 2015

4,269
BREWERIES IN THE UNITED STATES
HIGHEST NUMBER SINCE 1873

17.9%
INCREASE
SINCE 2014

CRAFT BEER MARKET

5,832,682
BARRELS OF BEER
PRODUCED IN 2004

24,076,864
BARRELS OF BEER
PRODUCED IN 2015

313
INCREASE

RISKS BREWERS FACE ON THE JOB

TOXIC CHEMICAL INHALATION
Brewers may inhale chemicals and pathogens while working in confined spaces and if HazCom 2012 regulations aren’t followed.

BURNS & ELECTROCUTIONS
Employees may be burned or electrocuted if proper lockout/tagout procedures aren’t observed.

COLLISIONS
Employees must be trained to drive forklifts, and all aisles should be properly marked. Failure to do so may lead to collisions between employees and forklifts.

CHEMICAL EXPOSURE
Without a process hazard analysis or written program for the emergency use of refrigeration systems, employees may be exposed to toxic, reactive, flammable, or explosive chemicals.

ERGONOMIC INJURIES
Employees should practice ergonomic safety when lifting heavy objects, such as kegs, or performing repetitive tasks; failure to do so may result in musculoskeletal pain or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

COMMON INJURIES & ILLNESSES IN BREWERIES

Overexertion & Bodily Reaction
2014 220
2013 80
2012 110
2011 40
2010 60

Musculoskeletal Disorders
2014 200
2013 80
2012 110
2011 40
2010 N/A

Strains, Sprains, & Tears
2014 150
2013 80
2012 80
2011 50
2010 60

Exposure to Harmful Substances & Environments
2014 110
2013 0
2012 20
2011 20
2010 N/A

Struck by an Object or Equipment
2014 110
2013 60
2012 20
2011 40
2010 N/A

Slips, Trips, & Falls
2014 60
2013 80
2012 30
2011 30
2010 N/A

Injuries to the Lower Body
2014 170
2013 100
2012 70
2011 30
2010 70

Injuries to the Upper Body
2014 150
2013 80
2012 30
2011 80
2010 30

INJURY & INCIDENT RATES IN BREWERIES

Total Recordable Cases of Nonfatal Injuries & Illnesses
(Per 100 full-time employees)
2014 5.8
2013 3.8
2012 4.1
2011 3.8
2010 3.7

Cases with Days Away From Work, Job Transfer, or Restriction
(Per 100 full-time employees)
2014 2.2
2013 2.4
2012 1.9
2011 1.6
2010 1.6

FEDERAL BREWERY CITATIONS & FINES

TOTAL FEDERAL BREWERY CITATIONS
2015 174
2014 146
2013 80
2012 90
2011 81
2010 85

FEDERAL OSHA FINES ISSUED TO BREWERIES
OCTOBER 2014 - SEPTEMBER 2015
41,395

OF THAT TOTAL
13,750
Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals

8,750
Powered industrial trucks

7,500
Control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout)

3,700
Permit-required confined spaces

2,270
Medical services and first aid

1,550
Hazard communications

850
Protection around floor openings

850
General Duty Clause violations

800
Electrical requirements concerning hazardous materials

720
Respiratory protection

655
Work-related illness and injury recordkeeping

FINES BY STATE
OCTOBER 2014 - SEPTEMBER 2015
15,760 Minnesota
10,500 Hawaii
6,705 California
2,535 Maryland
2,200 Washington
1,770 Oregon
1,650 North Carolina
200 Michigan

BREWERS’ BEST PRACTICE CHECKLIST

• Have you taken necessary precautions before working in a confined space (such as inside a fermenter or mash tun)?
• Is the employee outfitted with a respirator?
• Has the entry supervisor provided a signed permit, if necessary?

Have employees received training to operate forklifts?
29 CFR §1910.178(l)(1)(i) stipulates that employers must train and evaluate all employees using forklifts and powered trucks.

Do employees have PPE for the head, eyes, face, body, hands, and feet?

HELMETS
Can prevent injuries in the event of flying objects or collisions with workplace items.

EYEWEAR
Such as safety glasses and safety goggles prevents injuries caused by splashes from cleaning chemicals or boiling liquids. All eyewear should conform to the ANSI Z87.1-2003-6.2.1 standard.

RESPIRATORS
Can prevent employees from inhaling toxic chemicals, air contaminants, and hazardous vapors while working in confined spaces.

HEARING PROTECTION
Can mitigate hazards posed by loud machinery.

GLOVES
Can help around hot surfaces, chemicals, boiling liquids, and more. Be sure to choose the most appropriate glove for each hazard, and be sure to check how long gloves can be used and if they can be reused.

SAFETY VESTS
Can protect the torso against splashes from hot liquids and toxic chemicals.

SAFETY SHOES AND BOOTS
Can protect against slips, trips, and falls; corrosive chemicals; and physical injuries.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
All PPE should be regularly inspected, cleaned, maintained, and sanitized in accordance with 29 CFR §1910.132 (a) and (b).

A
REFLECT

B
HEAVY DUTY

C
TREAD

D
GLOW

E
PRINT

F
FLOOR SIGNS

Are aisles clearly marked and signs posted where forklifts may move throughout the brewery or around loading docks?

29 CFR §1910.22 outlines the need for floor marking; another OSHA interpretation expanded on the requirement with recommendations that aisle markers can be any color, should be 2" to 6" wide, and that aisles should be 3' wider than the largest equipment used (or a minimum of 4').

AMMONIA
LTS (45° F)

Are all pipes properly labeled, in conjunction with the ANSI/ASME A13.1 standard or, when ammonia refrigeration is present, the International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) Bulletin No. 114 standard?

Have employees followed all lockout/tagout procedures while performing maintenance on energized equipment (such as bottling lines), as outlined in 29 CFR §1910.147?

DANGER
DO NOT OPERATE

Does the brewery have safety data sheets for all relevant cleaners, sanitizers, and additives—as required in 29 CFR §1910.1200(b)(3)(ii)?

Are all chemicals properly labeled?

Has a process analysis been established in accordance with 29 CFR §1910.119, OSHA’s regulation for preventing or minimizing the release of toxic, reactive, flammable, or explosive chemicals?

SAFETY DATA SHEETS
SDS

SOURCES: OSHA.GOV | BLS.GOV | BREWERSASSOCIATION.ORG

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