Origin of the Charge on Colloidal Particles
The origin of the charge on the sol particles in most cases is due to the preferential adsorption of either positive or negative ions on their surface. The sol particles…
Preparation of Colloids
Colloids can be prepared by a variety of techniques involving physical, chemical as well as some dispersion methods. These techniques are based on a variety of principles. Let us explore…
Colloids
A colloid is one of the three primary types of mixtures, with the other two being a solution and suspension. A colloid is a solution that has particles ranging between…
5 Steps to Developing an Effective Workplace Safety Program
Step 1: Demonstrate Company’s Commitment to Workplace Safety The best way to start spreading awareness about the importance of workplace safety is to make it a company-wide value. WorkSafeMT suggests adding a…
Economic Aspects of Occupational Health and Safety
The losses to society from work-related accidents and illnesses are very large, but no society can afford to prevent all these losses. Because of the scarcity of resources, limited investments…
THE 14 ELEMENTS YOU SHOULD INCLUDE IN YOUR PSM PROGRAM
Are you staying up to speed with your Process Safety Management (PSM) program? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) created the first PSM requirements in 1992 in response to…
Psychology of Behavioral Safety
Many companies have spent a lot of time and effort improving safety, usually by addressing hardware issues and installing safety management systems that include regular (e.g. monthly) line management safety…
Safety & Health Guide for the Chemical Industry
IntroductionMore than two thousand deaths from a methyl isocyanate chemical leak in Bhopal, India, drew world attention to serious hazards in the chemical industry. Following that tragedy, the Occupational Safety…
Chemical industry
Introduction The chemical industry creates an immense variety of products which impinge on virtually every aspect of our lives. Figure 1 The chemical industry is one of the largest manufacturing…
10 Ways To Stay Safe In The Chemical Industry
Don't risk devastating effects from a chemical accident. Proper planning could save countless lives and lost work hours. Check out these 10 safety tips for the chemical industry to see…
