Hazards & Prevention Archives

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Boilover Protection

Kent Taylor

A critical safety control for all tanks capable of boiling is the inclusion of a boilover protection system. Surprisingly, many brew kettles sold in the U.S. do not have one.

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A Guide To Understanding Basic OSHA Brewery Compliance

This resource and table show breweries which areas they must address to achieve general safety compliance with OSHA. Read More

Written By Safety Subcommittee , Brewers Association

Brewers Association

The Safety Subcommittee increases safety awareness of Brewers Association members with the goals of minimizing risk and preventing harm to people, products, and facilities.

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Staying Safe During the Holidays

December 5, 2023

Keep the brewery safe for all this holiday season by reviewing ladder and electrical safety, inclement weather plans, and responsible serving. Read More

Written By Safety Subcommittee , Brewers Association

Brewers Association

The Safety Subcommittee increases safety awareness of Brewers Association members with the goals of minimizing risk and preventing harm to people, products, and facilities.

Pasteurization: Getting Started With the Basics

November 15, 2023

Understand the pasteurization unit (PU) calculation, equipment used, validation points, factors affecting PUs, and safety considerations.Read More

Written By Quality Subcommittee , Brewers Association

Brewers Association

The Quality Subcommittee envisions a membership that consistently produces beer of high quality. Quality for this purpose has been defined as: a beer that is responsibly produced using wholesome ingredients, consistent brewing techniques and good manufacturing practices, which exhibits flavor characteristics that are consistently aligned with both the brewer’s and the beer drinker’s expectations.

Safety: What Matters Is Energy

Webinar September 7, 2023

In this BA Collab Hour webinar with safety expert Matt Stinchfield, learn to see all hazards as the harmful transfer of energy to yourself, others, your product, equipment, or the environment.Read More

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Developing a Brewery Safe + Sound Program

August 9, 2023

This playlist will help breweries commit to safety in the workplace by building a strong foundation with OSHA Safe + Sound principles.Read More

Written By Safety Subcommittee , Brewers Association

Brewers Association

The Safety Subcommittee increases safety awareness of Brewers Association members with the goals of minimizing risk and preventing harm to people, products, and facilities.

Brewery Safety

Matt Stinchfield

Author Matt Stinchfield explores steps taken to reduce or eliminate any known or anticipated hazard in a brewery environment.

Keg Handling Tips for Beer Service Staff

February 8, 2023

Follow these four tips to prevent injury when handling kegs and find additional safety training resources for your beer service staff.Read More

Written By Draught Beer Quality Subcommittee , Brewers Association

Brewers Association

The Draught Beer Quality Subcommittee's mission is to improve the quality of draught beer dispensed to customers. They seek to preserve the great flavor and aroma of beer created by the brewer, and to deliver it to the consumer at retail. Great beer must be handled conscientiously to arrive in the glass in perfect condition.

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5 Steps for Disaster Preparedness

This guide offers 5 simple steps for brewery and human resources leaders to prepare for, respond to, and recover from a disaster.Read More

Written By Human Resources Committee , Brewers Association

Brewers Association

The Brewers Association Human Resources (HR) Committee seeks to provide our members with the tools needed to develop compliant HR strategies while building and maintaining stronger relationships with the teams they serve. Additionally, it is the goal of the HR Committee to bridge the gap between HR representatives, organizations, and the brewing community to promote open and honest communication leading to employee and organizational well-being.

Keep It Safe When Using Outside Contractors

January 24, 2023

This article provides information on important safety and regulatory considerations when entering into contracted work agreements.Read More

Written By Safety Subcommittee , Brewers Association

Brewers Association

The Safety Subcommittee increases safety awareness of Brewers Association members with the goals of minimizing risk and preventing harm to people, products, and facilities.

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