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The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association is the world's largest and most active poultry organization. Membership includes producers and processors of broilers, turkeys, ducks, eggs, and breeding stock, as well as allied companies. Formed in 1947, the association has affiliations in 26 states and member companies worldwide. For specific program information, use the links below.
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USPOULTRY Releases Lockout/Tagout Video and Other Resources
USPOULTRY has released a new video and poster that demonstrates the proper steps for completing Lockout/Tagout on equipment or machinery. The visuals illustrate basic concepts with few words, this helps member companies train staff even while communication challenges may exist. The material was developed by USPOULTRY with input and review by the Joint Industry Safety and Health Council.
Locking out machinery and equipment prior to servicing or maintenance is an essential element of protecting employees from unexpected energization or motion, the startup of machine or equipment, or release of stored energy. Violations of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's (OSHA) Lockout/Tagout Standards consistently fall within one of OSHA's top 10 most frequently cited standards across all industries. To avoid accidents and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, it is essential to follow the proper steps of conducting Lockout/Tagout. The poultry industry has made great progress in reducing the number of workplace injuries. Tools such as these will be helpful in ensuring proper employee training which less injuries.
USPOULTRY Releases Second Video in Series Highlighting Water Reclamation Environmental Stewardship at Poultry Facilities
USPOULTRY has released a second video in a series highlighting companies with exemplary performance at water reclamation facilities serving the poultry industry. The video features one of USPOULTRY's Clean Water Award winners, Tyson Foods in Russellville, Ark., which was recognized in the pretreatment category. Tyson Food's Russellville, Ark. The further processing facility treats an average of 200,000 thousand gallons of water per day. Learn more about the steps they are taking to be good stewards of their water by watching this video.