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Meat Packing Industry OSHA Assistance for the
Meat Packing Industry
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OSHA's commitment is to provide information to help employers and employees in the meat packing industry comply with OSHA standards and increase safety in the workplace.

The following questions link to information relevant to the meat packing industry.
OSHA Standards What OSHA standards apply?
Standards | Directives | Standard Interpretations
Hazard Recognition What are the hazards associated with meat packing?
 
Possible Solutions What are some possible solutions for workplace hazards?
 
Safety and Health Programs How can a safety and health program be developed and implemented?
 
Additional Information What additional information is available?
Related Safety and Health Topics Pages | Training | Other Resources

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  • Ammonia RefrigerationAmmonia Refrigeration. OSHA. Assists employers and employees in identifying and controlling the hazards associated with the operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration systems. Many of the requirements of the process safety management standard, 29 CFR 1910.119, are identified in this eTool as possible controls and are useful as recommended practices, whether or not the ammonia refrigeration system is a covered process.

  • Poultry Processing IndustryPoultry Processing Industry. OSHA. Focuses on identifying and controlling major hazards that contribute to the high rates of injuries within the poultry processing industry.





  • Machine GuardingMachine Guarding. OSHA. Focuses on recognizing and controlling common amputation hazards associated with the operation and use of certain types of machines.






  • Safety & Health Management SystemsSafety & Health Management Systems. OSHA.
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