Introduction to the FMVSS 302 standard Engineer must design cars to comply numerous standards. Since 1971, the FMVSS 302 has been the standard for any vehicles' interior to ensure the safety of passengers and reduce fire risks. In 1969…
Because of unexpected weather patterns, wildfires tend to occur at a higher rate and higher intensity in recent years. Wildfires are dynamic and can spread to large areas. Terrain topography, weather condition, density and nature of combustibles (fuels) will impact…
Metalworking is one of the key industries in our modern society and consists on processing metals to produce parts and structures for a wide array of industries such as aircraft, automotive, etc. It generally involves high precision machine tools, highly…
Coal plays a critical role in the world’s electricity generation. Today, it takes part of 38% of the total electricity supply worldwide and is also used a lot in certain heavy industries as a heat source. Coal can be extracted…
During an aircraft conception, it is necessary to respect numerous standards. Among them ABD0031 certifies the materials of the aircraft, not only for their fire resistance, but also for the toxicity of the gases emitted while burning. First implemented…
Aluminized PPE are often used by firefighters (ARFF) and steelworkers as protection against radiant heat. Because aluminized fabric is the most effective material to reflect infrared heat waves from a clothing, aluminized PPE are highly recommended for all the people…
There are many factors in the work places that cause sick leaves. MSD (Musculoskeletal Disorder) is one of them; these are all the pains related to the muscles, the joints, the sinews. The MSDs problems are present in office work…