THE IMPACT OF ALTERNATIVE FUELS ON HAZARDS IN THE WORK PLACE. PROCEEDINGS OF THE 8TH EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP, MAY 28-31, 1990, DES MOINES, IOWA

This paper takes an in-depth look at the work place hazards which arise with the growing use of alternative transportation fuels. Managers as well maintenance shop workers must understand and take seriously the potential hazards inherent in the various alternative fuels. Methanol, ethanol, compressed natural gas, and liquefied petroleum gas present such hazards as toxicity from ingestion, eye contact, prolonged skin exposure, and inhalation, and fire and explosion. The elements of a multi-step training plan to reduce workers' exposure to potential hazards in the maintenance shop and refueling areas are outlined.

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• Authors:
  • Maggio, M E
• Publication Date: 1991-8

Media Info

• Media Type: Digital/other
• Pagination: p. 26-27
• Monograph Title: PROCEEDINGS OF THE 8TH EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP, MAY 28-31, 1990, DES MOINES, IOWA
• Serial:
  • Transportation Research Circular
  • Issue Number: 376
  • Publisher: Transportation Research Board
  • ISSN: 0097-8515

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Alternate fuels; Compressed natural gas; Equipment; Equipment maintenance; Ethanol; Explosions; Fires; Hazards; Liquefied petroleum gas; Maintenance personnel; Management; Methanol; Occupational safety; Refueling; Toxicity; Training; Workshops
• Uncontrolled Terms: Equipment management; Liquid petroleum gas
• Subject Areas: Administration and Management; Education and Training; Highways; Maintenance and Preservation; Safety and Human Factors; Vehicles and Equipment; I10: Economics and Administration; I61: Equipment and Maintenance Methods;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00611933
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS, TRB
• Created Date: Aug 31 1991 12:00AM