tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55753783709717012232024-03-08T06:40:30.055-05:00EHS SoftwareEHS is an acronym for Environment, Health and Safety. The term "EHS Software" really refers to a database driven enterprise software application that covers data from the various broad fields of environment and waste management, occupational health and medical, safety and industrial hygiene.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-21405467452202304112010-08-04T10:25:00.010-04:002010-08-04T10:35:42.966-04:00Important Topics for Assessing EH&S SoftwareIt is important for an organization to choose an <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS Software</a> solution that best fits their needs. The following topics are useful and should be considered when deciding which software solution is best for your organization. <br /><br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Longevity.asp">Longevity</a></span>: It is important to search for a vendor that has been in business for a significant amount of time for the experience they bring to the table. The software solution will reflect this experience.<br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Coverage.asp">Coverage</a></span>: The software system should cover all aspects of EHS data to fit an organizations needs because every business focuses on different areas of EHS and collects different types of data. But more importantly, as a company’s requirements grow, you want a system that can accommodate the new areas of EHS that they expand into.<br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Change.asp">Change</a></span>: The software should provide system updates periodically and keep up to date with technology, industry and government changes. Businesses need to stay in compliance with government regulations and the software system should help them stay organized in this matter. <br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Analysis.asp">Analysis</a></span>: The software should have an easy to use custom reporting system for trending, analysis of data and data snapshots. The most important aspect of a good EHS system is its ability to indicate problems and mitigate risk through analysis.<br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Configuration.asp">Configuration</a></span>: It is important to have a software system that an organization can manage and make changes with an easy point-and-click interface when necessary on their own without having to go back to the vendor for costly changes. Companies should have the ability to change languages, field names, edit drop down lists, move fields around and add and remove additional fields from any form because every organization follows its own unique process. A company should have the ability to run a piece of software their way. This will save the company money and time.<br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Architecture.asp">Architecture</a></span>: The software system should be able to work and run as a Web or Windows application and have built in security that limits what specific users or groups of users can see and do in the system. This gives an organization flexibility to access the application from any location or facility securely.<br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Architecture.asp">Ownership</a></span>: A vendor should allow an organization to maintain ownership and control over their own data. Any good EHS vendor has a policy where the organization has ownership and full access to all their data. <br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Security.asp">Security</a></span>: EHS Software should have a security system in which an organization is able to control which reports and forms that a user or groups of users can see and work with. Companies should feel safe and secure about who can access the data in their software.<br />•<span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/10Topics_Notifications.asp">Notifications</a></span>: The software should have automatic settings where an organization can set up email notifications that are sent to employees and managers warning them about deadlines and other announcements so that no appointment or deadline will be late or missed.<br /><br />Businesses should spend some time investigating <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS Software</a> and the vendor from which they are purchasing. If done right, the EHS data management solution can provide valuable feed back through trending and analysis that will ultimately maximize return on investment. Reviewing the topics listed above will be a strong first step towards acquiring a system that will have the power and flexibility to grow with your organization for years to come.Blue Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07273875230930182657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-54535815459695795132010-06-30T12:21:00.001-04:002010-06-30T12:26:27.896-04:00Incident ManagementVarious incidents and accidents occur everyday, even in businesses. <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/incident-management.asp">Incident Management</a> provides the opportunity for a company to record, manage, and organize hazards and other incidents within the organization. This tool allows a company to keep track of incidents and to then fix any necessary problems to help prevent future ones. <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">DataPipe EHS Software</a> is able to handle <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/incident-management.asp">incident management</a> for various companies by organizing and managing data of environment, occupational health, industrial hygiene and safety. With multiple modules, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/overview.asp">DataPipe</a> can be customized to a company’s need. Using DataPipe with the integration of incident management can help protect the lives of employees while reducing risk and incidents within the organization. Learn more about <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/incident-management.asp">Incident Management</a> and <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">DataPipe EHS Software</a>.Blue Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07273875230930182657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-76300691500077140872010-06-30T12:15:00.001-04:002010-06-30T12:30:17.878-04:00HSE SoftwareMany companies record data of environment, occupational health, industrial hygiene and safety, and using <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE Software</a> to help organize this date can be a big advantage. HSE Software, standing for Health, Safety, and Environment is a database system that can manage, organize, and record this type of information. <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE Software</a> can record and track large amounts of data into one uniform data management system. This kind of software can also keep a tab on trends, and companies can then act on these trends to <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">mitigate risk</a> and further protect the lives of their employees. Not only does HSE Software protect lives and reduce <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">risk</a>, the reduction of costs within the organization is also an advantage. To learn more about HSE Software, please visit the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">DataPipe HSE Software Overview</a>.Blue Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07273875230930182657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-50797226343125388652010-06-30T12:07:00.003-04:002010-06-30T12:15:08.923-04:00EH&S Software: Things to Look for When Making a PurchaseThere are numerous things that one should look for when purchasing an <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS Software</a> program for an organization. First of all, you want a vendor to be knowledgeable and confident about their software. They should have the experience and should be specialized in the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS</a> industry. Also, you want a software program that is up to date with the current technology, such as Microsoft .NET. Technology is always changing and staying current is important. Another significant feature is the power of <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/indepth-customization.asp">customization</a>. All organizations are different and do certain things their own way. Therefore, having the ability to customize the software in a way that fits the organizations needs is a huge benefit. Another benefit is looking for a software package that has a <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/indepth-modules.asp">modular design</a>. A modular solution allows a company to pick and choose the necessary <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS</a> areas that they specifically focus on, and can continue to do so as a company grows. Another key benefit is looking for software that is efficient and easy-to-use. An organization shouldn't have to keep returning to the vendor, but should be able to easily fix and further customize the program themselves whenever necessary. This will save the company time. Also, having security is an important matter. An organization should be able to prevent certain information from being seen by employees, and therefore, having a software program that allows a user to control who sees what in the program is beneficial. These advantages are important when looking for the right high-quality <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EH&S Software</a> for an organization.Blue Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07273875230930182657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-84580995405250614262010-06-24T12:06:00.002-04:002010-06-24T12:12:35.362-04:00Risk Management Software BenefitsThere are many mishaps that occur daily in businesses, and a company’s goal is to try and reduce the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">risks</a> and from allowing those incidents to happen again. In doing so, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">DataPipe Risk Management Software</a> is a beneficial way to help organizations manage and record accidents that occur, such as chemical spills or releases and injuries. Therefore, organizations can look at trends to then take necessary action to reduce those risks. <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">Risk management software</a> will protect the lives of employees, as well as save time and money for the company. Also, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">reducing risks</a> that could potentially harm or hurt the company, will help keep a positive light on the organization. To learn more about the software benefits, please visit the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">DataPipe Risk Management Software Overview. </a>Blue Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07273875230930182657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-54843997883259764922010-06-08T11:40:00.010-04:002010-06-08T12:06:44.575-04:00Risk Management SoftwareDataPipe has taken <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">risk management</a> to a new level with the implementation of triggers. Triggers are actions based on conditions YOU set. Once those conditions are met (for example, a reported incident or near miss), notifications, reports or actions of any kind can be initiated (triggered). This kind of automation allows you to utilize the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">DataPipe EHS software</a> solution in a way that helps you manage and <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">mitigate risk</a> more efficiently. These triggers can be implemented in our form management tool with a point and click interface on any form or field in the system. Learn more about triggers in the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">DataPipe risk management</a> software solution now.Blue Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07273875230930182657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-87712487797905866432008-07-09T11:36:00.002-04:002008-07-09T12:04:34.448-04:00Risk Management SoftwareOrganizations have been doing a lot to mitigate risk and lower costs. With <a href="http://www.osha.gov/prevwutsnew/oct00.html">OSHA fining </a>many companies for risks, injuries and worker safety issues, coming up with new ways to stay compliant has become paramount. <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/risk-management-software.asp">Risk management software</a> has been implemented at many organziations in an attempt to battle this ongoing problem. Risk management software solutions such as <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">DataPipe EHS </a>Software are being utilized to relieve the cost of workplace safety related issues.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-75487226298257894152008-06-23T16:02:00.003-04:002008-06-23T16:14:23.026-04:00DataPipe - The complete EHS information managment software solution.<a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DataPipe.asp">DataPipe </a>- The complete EHS information managment software solution.<br /><br />Knorr Associates Inc. has been providing <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DataPipe.asp">DataPipe</a>, the complete EH&S information management software solution for nearly 30 years (since 1979). DataPipe is a smart and simple, modular software solution for collecting and managing environment, occupational health, safety and industrial hygiene data. The system offers point-and-click reporting, data exchange utilities, automated e-mail messaging, complete point-&-click customization throughout the system from global down to the individual user level. It also provides automated interfacing with labs, instruments and other external systems for accessing enterprise EH&S information. <br /><br />The software can be run as a Web or Windows application and is database independent utilizing Oracle, SQL Server or DB2 - your choice. Don’t have IT support or a manageable network infrastructure? That’s ok - Run DataPipe via a web-based managed application service provider. <br /><br />Learn more about DataPipe at Knorr Associates website. <br /><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">www.knorrassociates.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-63531358232928532622008-06-18T10:43:00.002-04:002008-06-18T10:54:37.184-04:00Emissions Tracking<a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/emissions-tracking.asp">Emissions Tracking</a> has many benefits. As you start to improve your <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/emissions-tracking.asp">emissions tracking</a> program and you see trends that will lead you to cost savings and will let you clean up your workplace environment. You may start to see a reduction in <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/emissions-tracking.asp"><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">greenhouse</span> gas emissions</a> and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">cleaner</span> air in your workplace. As global warming becomes more and more important to nations and moves to the forefront, we may see <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/emissions-tracking.asp">emissions tracking</a> becoming as important as energy. You can start to improve your <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/emissions-tracking.asp"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">EHS</span> emissions tracking</a> program through tools such as the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">DataPipe</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">EHS</span> information management software solution</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-457803741523663162008-06-17T10:45:00.002-04:002008-06-17T10:51:48.200-04:00EHS Emissions Tracking<a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-emissions-tracking.asp">EHS Emissions tracking</a> or <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-emissions-tracking.asp">greenhouse gas emissions</a> tracking have been in the spotlight for the last few years as the concern over <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-emissions-tracking.asp">global warming grows</a>. Nations have taken a more aggressive stance towards companies that are responsible for these <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-emissions-tracking.asp">hazardous emissions</a>. Companies utilizing data management suites like <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">DataPipe EHS</a> have been able to stay compliant with city, state and federal regulations.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-76124527360947783872008-06-13T12:00:00.003-04:002008-06-13T12:08:31.842-04:00DataPipe EHS Software at National Conventions<a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates</a> recently participated in three national conventions to showcase its <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp">EHS software</a> data management product - DataPipe. Each show highlighted one area of <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/environment-health-safety-software.asp">Environment, Occupational Health and Safety</a>. The AOHC show brought doctors out to NYC to look at our occupational health capabilities. The AOHN show in Salt lake City, Utah brought out occupational Health nurses and the AIHce show in Minneapolis showcased DataPipe to industrial hygienists and safety people. All the shows were a great success and we look forward to working with each group as we move forward. On a side note, DataPipe also has a third component for environment and waste management. Our complete suite covers cradle to grave management and we encourage you to take a look in an online demo.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-74363488664107476042008-04-17T11:34:00.002-04:002008-04-17T11:41:11.760-04:00Knorr Associates Launches New WebsiteRecently <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates</a> launched a brand new website to showcase its <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp">EHS software</a> data management product - DataPipe. This updated site comes with a newly branded look and feel showcasing the three main markets of <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/environment-health-safety-software.asp">Environment, Occupational Health and Safety</a>. Throughout the site visitors will find helpful information about <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS software implementation</a>, and modules specific to managing and reporting on data in those markets. DataPipe EHS Software will assist companies in compliance issues and through data mining and analysis, help to mitigate risk and loss.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-18089836723108549142008-04-07T14:16:00.002-04:002008-04-07T14:21:20.136-04:00HSE SOFTWARE<p><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE Software<br /></a>What is "<a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE Software</a>"?</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">HSE is an acronym for <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Environment, Health and Safety</a>. The term "<a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE Software</a>" really refers to a database driven enterprise software application that covers data from the various broad fields of environment and waste management, occupational health and medical, safety and industrial hygiene. Typically an HSE manager would be responsible for collecting and storing HSE data for their organization in an HSE software application. That HSE manager will use data over long periods of time to do trending, risk analysis and data mining by utilizing <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE Software </a>reporting tools. HSE managers can play a large roll in compliance, minimization of risk and savings corporate wide with an <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE software </a>tool at their disposal.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">When discussing <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE software</a>, you will often here terms like integrating information technology or enterprise information management or data management to describe these types of systems. The main goal of these HSE software systems is to bring together large amounts of data from various disciplines into one centralized data management application (usually driven by a back end database such as <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/indepth-sysreq.asp">Microsoft SQL Server</a>, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/indepth-sysreq.asp">Oracle</a> or <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/indepth-sysreq.asp">DB2</a>). In doing so, an organization can now start looking at their data over longer periods of time to see trends and act on them. This leads to one of the most important aspects of any business which can be handled by HSE software - </span><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-risk-management.asp"><span style="color:#000000;">Risk Management</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-risk-management.asp">Risk management </a>can be stated simply as setting action plans in the face of uncertainty by first understanding and issues related to risk, loss or other incident that can negatively effect your business. HSE software is critical to a successful <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-risk-management.asp">risk management program</a>. Analysis of your organization's data in ways that have not been looked at before can lead to positive change. This type of trending can only be accomplished with a software solution that can integrate all aspects of your HSE program into one centralized database.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">When an organization rolls out an integrated enterprise HSE software solution they are incorporating many areas that until now, have most likely been independent of each other. In some organizations this means that each department has its own excel, access or home built database. Sometimes a few departments even incorporate and off-the-shelf (OTS) software solution. But in the end, each system and each department still works independently of each other without sharing and analyzing data as a whole.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-37831199236904292212008-04-07T14:04:00.002-04:002008-04-07T14:11:56.538-04:00Injury and Illness and OSHA 300<p>DataPipe <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp">EHS Software</a> deals with <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/incident-management.asp">OSHA reportable incidents </a>in an easy and efficient manner. One of the most important modules that deal with health and safety in any organization is the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-injuryandillness.asp">Injury and Illness module</a>.</p><p>It deals specifically with <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-injuryandillness.asp">injury and illness </a>information; employee, cause code, body part code, cost, treatment, disposition. Primary uses are OSHA 101 & 200 & OSHA 300 and 301, first report of injury, and risk management-style reports. Required by Workers Comp. module. May be used with <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-generalincidents.asp">General Incidents</a> to link multiple sub-incidents together, but does not require the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-generalincidents.asp">Incidents, General Module</a>.</p><p>DataPipe has many modules that work in conjunction with the Injury and illness module. Our <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-generalincidents.asp">general Incidents</a> modules is an umbrella module that keeps track of all kinds of incidents relating to one specific event and categorizes them under one incident ID. This allows you to manage an event in one easy to access report which is searchable by that incident ID.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-77383514477822629262008-04-01T11:10:00.002-04:002008-04-01T11:18:51.669-04:00EHS SOFTWARE GUIDEI have been trying to jot down a few notes about <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp">EHS software </a>and create essentially an <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software-guide.asp">EHS software guide</a> for people trying to figure out what they should look for when implementing this kind of solution for the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS data management </a>needs. I am linking to a page that has begun to create an <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software-guide.asp">EHS software guide</a>. Perhaps this will be a good start. There is a lot of information on that <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">EHS Software website </a>that may be helpful. I will do some more research and try to put out a guide of my own down the road.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Some Keywords:</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">EHS Sofware Guide</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">EH&S Software Guide</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Environment Health and Safety Software Guide</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Environment and Waste Management</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Occupational Health and Medical</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Safety And Industrial Hygiene</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-53558740564860001962008-02-05T13:39:00.001-05:002008-02-05T13:46:28.165-05:00HSE SoftwareThe use of <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE Software </a>in industry is on the rise. Corporations, institutions and governments are all turning to <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE software </a>to manage their Health, Safety and Environment data. By managing this data in one centralized and integrated database, managers can start to understand their corporate data better through trending, data mining, analyses and ultimately mitigate risk, reduce loss and improve compliance corporate wide. To learn more about <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/HSE-Software.asp">HSE software</a>, visit <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates </a>Inc.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-8148534017819477252008-01-29T15:59:00.000-05:002008-01-29T16:03:26.201-05:00Define Incident ManagementIncident management refers to the activities of an organization to identify, analyze and correct hazards. For instance, a fire in a factory would be a risk that realized, or an incident that happened. An <a title="Incident Response Team" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incident_Response_Team">Incident Response Team (IRT)</a> or an Incident Management Team (IMT), specifically designated for the task beforehand or on the spot, would then manage the organization through the incident.<br /><br />Usually as part of the wider management process in private organizations, incident management is followed by post-incident analysis where it is determined why the incident happened despite precautions and <a title="Control" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Control">controls</a>. This information is then used as feedback to further develop the security policy and/or its practical implementation. In the <a title="USA" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USA">USA</a>, the <a title="National Incident Management System" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Incident_Management_System">National Incident Management System</a>, developed by the <a title="Department of Homeland Security" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_of_Homeland_Security">Department of Homeland Security</a>, integrates effective practices in <a title="Emergency management" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_management">emergency management</a> into a comprehensive national framework.<br /><br />From Wikipedia<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">DataPipe EHS has an </span><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/incident-management.asp"><span style="font-size:78%;">Incident Management</span></a><span style="font-size:78%;"> suite of modules. For more information on DataPipe incident management or </span><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp"><span style="font-size:78%;">EHS software</span></a><span style="font-size:78%;"> in general, please visit </span><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/"><span style="font-size:78%;">Knorr Associates</span></a><span style="font-size:78%;">.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-19875402579611450502008-01-07T09:25:00.000-05:002008-01-07T09:31:19.862-05:00<em><span style="font-size:78%;">From </span><a href="http://www.dhs.gov/xprevprot/laws/gc_1166796969417.shtm"><span style="font-size:78%;">http://www.dhs.gov/xprevprot/laws/gc_1166796969417.shtm</span></a></em><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards</strong><br /><br />The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has released an interim final rule that imposes comprehensive federal security regulations for high-risk chemical facilities.<br /><br />This rule establishes <a href="http://www.dhs.gov/xprevprot/programs/gc_1185897486043.shtm">risk-based performance standards</a> for the security of our nation’s chemical facilities. It requires covered chemical facilities to<br /><ul><li>prepare Security Vulnerability Assessments, which identify facility security vulnerabilities, and to </li><li>develop and implement Site Security Plans, which include measures that satisfy the identified risk-based performance standards. </li></ul><br />It also allows certain covered chemical facilities, in specified circumstances, to submit Alternate Security Programs in lieu of a Security Vulnerability Assessment, Site Security Plan, or both.<br /><ul><li><a href="http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/01jan20071800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2007/E7-6363.htm">Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Interim Final Rule</a>, effective June 8, 2007</li><li><a href="http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/chemsec_appendixafinalrule.pdf">Appendix A: Final Rule</a> (PDF, 41 pages - 2.12 MB), effective November 20, 2007</li><li><a href="http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/chemsec_appendixa-chemicalofinterestlist.pdf">Chemicals of Interest List</a> (PDF, 16 pages - 2 MB) </li><li><a href="http://www.dhs.gov/xprevprot/programs/gc_1169501486197.shtm">Top Screen Submission Deadlines</a> </li></ul><p><strong>Development of the Interim Final Rule </strong></p><p>Although Section 550 of the DHS Appropriations Act of 2007 gives the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security the authority to issue interim final regulations without prior notice and comment, the Department of Homeland Security chose to release an Advance Notice of Rulemaking (ANRM) on December 21, 2006; this notice sought comments on the proposed text for the interim final rule as well as on various implementation and policy issues related to the chemical security program. The Department received numerous and helpful comments from a variety of stakeholders, analyzed these recommendations, and incorporated many of them in the Interim Final Rule. </p><p>Read how the <a href="http://www.dhs.gov/xprevprot/programs/gc_1185909570187.shtm">Appendix A: Chemicals of Interest</a> list was developed.</p><p><em><span style="font-size:85%;">This page was last modified on December 28, 2007</span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:85%;">-------------------------------------------------------------------</span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:85%;">DataPipe - The Complete <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS Software</a> Solution for Information Management.<br />Integrate your EH&S data with DataPipe. Knorr Associates has nearly 30 years experience providing an easy-to-use, modular software solution for collecting and managing <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-modules-env.asp">environment</a>, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-modules-occhealth.asp">occupational health</a>, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-modules-safetyih.asp">industrial hygiene and safety</a> information. DataPipe™ is a comprehensive, modular software suite incorporating best-of-breed functionality, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/approach.asp">integration</a> and <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-customization.asp">customization</a> at every level in an easy-to-use solution. DataPipe is accessible from the Web or Windows, offers point-and-click <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-reporting.asp">reporting</a>, data exchange with external systems and software, automated email notification, triggered events, extensive customizing capabilities, risk management, environmental compliance, compliance reporting and much more. Learn more about <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp">EHS Software</a>.</span></p></em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-39685067103390533422007-12-20T10:26:00.000-05:002007-12-20T10:45:09.235-05:00Canada Finds DataPipe EHS Software from Knorr AssociatesRecently, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates</a>' began working closely with <a href="http://www.levitt-safety.com/">Levitt-Safety</a> to bring DataPipe <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/ehs-software.asp">EHS Software</a> to the Canadian marketplace. DataPipe is ideally suited for the Canadian marketplace because of its ability to adapt to various provincial regulations. So while you have a company that spans multiple provinces, each user can have their version of the system configured to their provinces' regulations. And their reports parallel this adaptability as well.<br /><br />Knorr Associates Inc. has been providing DataPipe, the complete EH&S information management software solution for nearly 30 years. DataPipe is smart and simple, modular software solution for collecting and managing environment, occupational health, safety and industrial hygiene information. The system offers point-and-click reporting, data exchange utilities, automated e-mail messaging, complete customization down to the user level and more. It also provides automated interfacing with labs, instruments and other external systems for accessing enterprise EH&S information. The software can be run as a Web or Windows application and is database independent utilizing either Oracle, SQL Server or DB2 - your choice.<br /><br />DataPipe has the ability to customize itself to any countries business rules by changing the language in which it displays its forms or the units it uses. Because it can so easily be configured, workflow and strategies can be altered from company to company to accomodate various county specific regulations in the EHS marketplace. Reports can be modified or written to fall in-line with the business local regulations.<br /><br />To learn more about the DataPipe system as it applies to the Canadian EHS marketplace, please contact <a href="http://www.levitt-safety.com/">Levitt-Safety</a> or <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-34905024351897582482007-11-30T09:34:00.000-05:002007-12-13T13:18:35.543-05:00Significant Changes in DOT Regulations On The HorizonFrom <a href="http://www.environmental-expert.com/resultEachArticle.aspx?cid=4263&codi=22846">http://www.environmental-expert.com/resultEachArticle.aspx?cid=4263&codi=22846</a><br /><br />Significant Changes in DOT Regulations On The Horizon<br />By <a href="http://www.environmental-expert.com/author_file.aspx?idproducttype=6&cmp=1&idauthor=157105&fname=Greg&lname=Musgraves">Greg Musgraves</a><br />Courtesy of <a href="http://www.environmental-expert.com/STSE_resultEach.aspx?cid=4263&idproducttype=1&idmainpage=0&level=0">Compliance Solutions Occupational Trainers, Inc</a> Originally published Nov. 2007<br /><br />Since 9/11, 2001 the Department of Transportation has dramatically increased enforcement and monitoring of hazardous materials shipments and hazmat compliance. Each day, thousands of pounds of hazardous materials are transported on America's highways, railways, airways and waterways. Everything from Sparklers (the little "toys" our kids waive on Independence Day) to explosive weapons used in Iraqi are transported throughout U.S. by commercial means. The Oklahoma City bombing "woke-up" America to the reality that everyday substances can be used against us to form deadly weapons. If you are a shipper or handler of hazardous materials and have not at least reviewed your current program for compliance, now would be a great time to make the preverbal "New-Years Resolution" to insure your company is in compliance with new DOT regulations.<br />When addressing hazmat compliance, it is no longer enough to make sure your shipments are properly packaged. New DOT regulations require shippers and transporters to insure the "physical security" of any hazmat while at your facility as well as monitor and restrict the personnel who have access to those materials. A significant change was made to 49 CFR part 172.704 when a new section, Subpart I was added. 49 CFR Subpart I requires certain hazmat shippers and transporters to put their companies security plan in writing. Your written plan must include 4 key areas; assessment, personnel security, unauthorized access and en route security. Like any good program, once crafted, 49 CFR part 172.704(a)(5) requires that all hazmat employees to be trained in there company's written security plan by December 22, 2003 (if you're wondering "who is a hazmat employee" 49 CFR part 171.8 will spell it out for you). As a footnote, if your company is NOT required to put your security plan in writing, remember that all hazmat employees must be trained in basic security as part of their recurrent hazardous materials training.<br />The next significant phase of regulatory changes came with HM-215I. (Because of limited space, we will not address all of the changes in this article, if you are looking for a comprehensive listing, a FREE training course is available by clicking the link below). HM-215I enacts key changes in how hazardous material shippers and transporters do business. These changes are phased in over a period of 7-years beginning January 1, 2007 and ending January 1, 2014. The key focus of HM-215I is an attempt to bring Federal Regulations in line with international shipping standards. The end result is hopefully providing commerce with consistency in hazmat shipping regulations and better overall security. There will be numerous changes to the Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR part 172.101) as well as a significant change to how to list hazardous materials on a bill of lading.<br />Many of these changes will have a major effect on how we transact business as well as the safety can security of our employees and our families. The Department of Transportation has taken steps to better regulate how hazardous materials are handled and transported; it is our responsibility to regulate who will have access to those materials. These changes are the first of many to come as the DOT, business and industry adapt to the ever changing needs of our industry. It is important that if you and/or your company ships or transports any type of hazardous materials, that you take the steps to stay in compliance. Failing to comply can be very costly from a financial standpoint. If State or Federal regulatory agencies audit your company, you could easily find yourself looking at a civil citation/s equaling tens of thousands of dollars as well as possible criminal litigation. With the New Year so close at hand, it is in the best interest of you, your employees and your country to take a serious look at making hazmat security and safe transportation a priority, not just another regulation you "have" to comply with.<br /><br />EHS Blog From <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates </a>- DataPipeUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-73821776948612834932007-11-27T14:00:00.000-05:002007-11-27T14:05:00.985-05:00Knorr Associates Launches New WebsiteKnorr Associates - leading provider of EH&S data management software has launched a new website this week. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates Inc</a>. has been providing DataPipe, the complete EH&S information management software solution for nearly 30 years. DataPipe is smart and simple, modular software solution for collecting and managing <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-modules-env.asp">environment</a>, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-modules-occhealth.asp">occupational health</a>, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/inDepth-modules-safetyih.asp">safety and industrial hygiene </a>information. The system offers point-and-click reporting, data exchange utilities, automated e-mail messaging, complete customization down to the user level and more. It also provides automated interfacing with labs, instruments and other external systems for accessing enterprise EH&S information. The software can be run as a Web or Windows application and is database independent utilizing either Oracle, SQL Server or DB2 - your choice.<br /><br />DataPipe has proven its return on investment potential, time-and-time again. Using DataPipe, organizations can do more than just stay compliant. With our sophisticated reporting tools, you can perform complex risk and loss dollar analyses to determine cost saving (and even life saving) trends within your organization. Informative documentations covering IT architecture, detailed overviews, frequently asked questions plus an extremely thorough LIVE WEB DEMO are available on the website. <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">EH&S Software</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-43016756910685474922007-11-27T11:09:00.000-05:002007-11-27T11:25:02.495-05:00Use hand-held devices (a PDA) to collect EH&S data on the go!<a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-pda-hand-held.asp">Use hand-held devices (a PDA) to collect EH&S data on the go!</a><br /><br />Organizations have realized that collecting and managing their EH&S data is crucial to risk management. But since the data doesn’t always come to the computer, your employees have to go out and get it. <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates</a>, <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">DataPipe</a> <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp">EH&S software</a> has developed a new module for integrating surveys, audits and questionnaires into a mobile hand-held <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/DP_Modules/modules-pda-hand-held.asp">PDA</a>. This allows the employee collecting the EH&S data to go out into the field. Once they are done they can hot-synch the data back to DataPipe and manage their risk more efficiently.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5575378370971701223.post-76255761960865606912007-10-08T23:03:00.000-04:002007-12-20T10:26:11.267-05:00EHS SoftwareThe state of the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/EHS-Software.asp">EHS software</a> industry is growing by leaps and bounds. Now that companies are being forced to meet stricter compliance regulations, having software that can both track, organize and report on your data has become essential. Companies are moving away from notbook and access solutions and over to enterprise wide, EHS information management software solutions such as those found in packages like the <a href="http://www.knorrassociates.com/">Knorr Associates DataPipe EHS soultion</a>.<br /><br />These types of solutions can save a company millions of dollars when they start to review their data. Trending, risk analysis and loss dallor analyses studies can change the way a company does business and staying compliant will help that end goal.<br /><br />For more information check out <a href="http://www.ehssoftserve.com/">http://www.ehssoftserve.com/</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com