Today's Safety News - Articles - Page 907

What's ahead for pending regulations?

Predictions about Silica, VPP, RELs and more

October 4, 2011

Although there are still several months left in the year, don't expect many regulatory actions to be completed in 2011 -- or in 2012, for that matter.

OSHA publishes new materials on safety during trenching operations

October 3, 2011

OSHA has released three new guidance products to educate workers and employers about the hazards workers face in trenching operations.

NTSB puts pilot, controller professionalism on it's "Most Wanted" list

Recent incidents said to erode public trust

October 3, 2011

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has placed improving the professionalism of pilots and air traffic controllers on it's "Most Wanted" list -- a list which represents the board's advocacy priorities.

CDC takes new steps to combat childhood obesity

Research project will focus on doctors, communities and families

October 3, 2011

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a new effort to address childhood obesity using successful elements of both primary care and public health.

BOEMRE announces regulatory authorities for new agencies

October 3, 2011

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement (BOEMRE) last week announced a final rule that separates the federal regulations that govern offshore energy and resource development between the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), effective October 1, 2011.

Two workers die in flash fire; Texas boat company cited

October 3, 2011

The deaths of two workers in a flash fire at a Texas boat repair facility earlier this year led to an OSHA investigation that resulted in 40 violations against Texas Barge & Boat, Inc.

“Thank you” Power

Far-reaching results of two simple words

DJ Borbidge

October 1, 2011

Recently, I called customer service for a company I do business with.

Safety sign selection

Message clarity is crucial; plus location, location, location

Thomas Smith

October 1, 2011

Safety signs are a necessary component for warning and communicating messages or notices to employees and customers.

Teach your children

Risk communication principles are identical for kids and adults

Peter Sandman Ph.D.

October 1, 2011

This past April, a retired teacher posted this comment on risk communication expert Peter Sandman’s Guestbook on his web site www.psandman.com/gst2011.htm#children.