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ACHMM to Collapse Building in Minneapolis for Training
August 26, 2008
The live-action afternoon demolition will be part of the group’s national conference, Sept. 7-10.
AHRQ Tool Helps Hospitals Evaluate Disaster Response Plans
August 26, 2008
Beginning next month, hospitals participating in the HHS-administered Hospital Preparedness Program must provide executive summaries of the results of disaster drills they conduct.
CSB Releases New 'Blast Wave in Danvers' Safety Video
August 26, 2008
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board has released a comprehensive safety video on the massive explosion which shook Danvers, Mass., a suburb of Boston, on Nov. 22, 2006.
Eight Three-Time Winners in 2008 Workplace Flexibility Awards
August 26, 2008
Another 25 organizations won Alfred P. Sloan Awards for the second time, the sponsoring organizations announced, and MIOSHA claimed an award.
FDA Urged to Require Labels for Irradiated Spinach, Lettuce
August 26, 2008
The director of the Center for Science in the Public Interest also called on Congress to ensure FDA has the authority and resources necessary to do its public health job.
Guidance Aids Drug Development for COPD Patients
August 26, 2008
It discusses the use of time to resolution of symptoms as a possible approach to assessing the primary endpoint in clinical studies.
ISEA Seeks Comments by Sept. 22 on Revised First Aid Kit Standard
August 26, 2008
Hand sanitizers would be added to the recommended supplies list, and a new label would indicate each workplace's supplies should answer its particular needs.
Sudden Delay in Part of DOT's Drug Testing Changes
August 26, 2008
Stakeholders have 30 days to comment on Sec. 40.67(b), which requires employers to ensure all follow-up and return-to-duty drug tests are directly observed.
Conn. Governor: How Are the State Workers Driving?
August 26, 2008
Gov. M. Jodi Rell announced the public has a new way to help ensure that state vehicles are consistently operated in a safe and courteous manner.
Report: Public Involvement Helpful to Environmental Decision Making
August 26, 2008
When done correctly, public participation improves the quality of federal agencies' decisions about the environment, according to a new report from the National Research Council.
Tougher DOT Drug Testing Rules Now in Effect
August 25, 2008
Meant to curb the use of adulterants and cheating devices, the rules require observed collections for all return-to-duty and follow-up drug tests.
ACOEM Publishes Chronic Pain Guidelines
August 25, 2008
The recommendations focus on diagnostic and other testing and treatments for several chronic pain conditions, including complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), neuropathic pain, trigger points/myofascial pain, chronic persistent pain, fibromyalgia, and chronic low back pain.
BC Safety Authority Reports 19 Percent Incident Decrease for 2007
August 25, 2008
Safety Authority president and CEO Harry Diemer said the numbers show that industry in the province is taking public safety seriously, but he added there is always room for improvement.
Bridge Inspection Handbook Given to All U.S. Railroads
August 25, 2008
The Federal Railroad Administration cooperated with two associations to provide the book, which assists personnel involved in decisions related to rail bridge safety and management.
CCPR/PERI Study Finds Many Organizations Ill-Prepared for a Crisis
August 25, 2008
“[T]he crises ahead are increasing both in complexity and frequency; yet, levels of crises readiness among organizations remains low and poorly understood,” writes Paul C. Light, author of new report available for free download.
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