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E-A-R to Host Hearing Protection Webinar, June 19 & 26
May 21, 2008
The two-part event, led by hearing conservation expert Elliott Berger, will discuss hearing protection performance ratings, overall effectiveness of hearing protection, the potential impact of changing NRR standards on the horizon, and communications in noise.
NASA Develops, Licenses Nano-Based Biosensor Technology
May 21, 2008
Initially, the biosensor will be configured to detect the presence of common and rare strains of microorganisms associated with water-borne illnesses and fatalities, officials said.
Electronics Maker Cited for 29 Violations, Faces $151,100 in Fines
May 20, 2008
"The citations address a variety of hazards which, left uncorrected, expose employees to chemical burns, fire, electrocution, lacerations, amputation, falls and crushing injuries, and impede their ability to exit the workplace swiftly in the event of a fire or other emergency," said Christopher Adams, OSHA's area director in Syracuse, N.Y.
Time's Running Out: In Two Weeks, IH Takes Center Stage
May 19, 2008
This photo show's the historic Third Avenue Bridge in downtown Minneapolis, where AIHce 2008 will open its doors May 31.
After Considering Comments, OR-OSHA Changes Silica PEL
May 19, 2008
The new standard, OR-OSHA Administrative Order 6-2008 for general industry and construction, will be effective July 1.
Coarse Particulate Exposures Not Linked to Hospital Admissions
May 19, 2008
Evidence concerning the health risks of coarse particulate matter of greater than 2.5 micrometers and 10 micrometers or less in aerodynamic diameter is limited, and findings have been mixed, researchers say.
Annual Event Provides Chance to Get Out, Raise Scholarship Money
May 16, 2008
A recent study extolling the virtues of physical activity toward lowering women's risk of breast cancer before menopause should provide plenty of incentive to take part in this year in AIHce's 24th Annual American Industrial Hygiene Foundation's Fun Run/Walk.
New Study Emphasizes Need for Nanoparticle Exposure Health Surveillance
May 16, 2008
Does exposure to nanoparticles pose a health threat to workers? Pending further research to clarify the risks, nanotechnology companies need to consider what steps they will take to protect the health of employees exposed to engineered nanoparticles, according to a study in the May Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, official publication of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM).
OSHA Seeks Insight on Stockpiling Respirators, Facemasks for Pandemic Flu
May 16, 2008
OSHA is inviting comments on its document entitled "Proposed Guidance on Workplace Stockpiling of Respirators and Facemasks for Pandemic Influenza." The agency is particularly interested in addressing the following questions:
The City of Lakes and IH
May 16, 2008
If there are any industrial hygienists out there that are feeling a little bit unappreciated, don't despair. It's time once again for the annual American Industrial Hygiene Conference and Expo (May 31-June 5). Hosted this year in the great city of Minneapolis, thousands of professionals are expected to flock to the Minneapolis Convention Center.
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