Industrial Safety & Hygiene News articles from December 2002

Industrial Safety & Hygiene News archives from December 2002

Mr. Henshaw's world: Management principles from a savvy pro. (Editorial Comments).(John Henshaw)(Interview)
December 1, 2002... When you interview the OSHA chief, you're talking to the man sitting in one of the hottest seats in Washington. You expect to veer from one controversy to the next. That wasn't the case when ISHN interviewed OSHA chief John Henshaw at his...

Speaking out: OSHA chief Henshaw tackles today's issues. (Rules & Regs).(John Henshaw)(Interview)
December 1, 2002... ISHN interviewed OSHA chief John Henshaw in ills Washington office on October 18th. Here are excerpts of his remarks. On ergonomic guidelines... Guidelines are the only way to go (because) ergonomics is so complex, so varied in respect to...

New small mines division: MSHA establishes. (Rules & Regs).(Mine Safety and Health Administration)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has established a new Small Mine Office to address the specialized needs of the nearly 6,500 small mines around the country. MSHA defines small mines as any surface or underground operation with...

Chemical plant security: EPA won't regulate. (Rules & Regs).(Environmental Protection Agency)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... EPA, the lead federal agency for protecting the nation's chemical industry and hazardous materials critical infrastructure as part of Homeland Security efforts, has released a strategic plan for accomplishing its mission. Cooperation and...

Reactives need tighter regulation, says U.S. chemical safety board. (Rules & Regs).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... After studying 167 serious incidents involving uncontrolled chemical reactivity from January 1980 to June 2001, the U.S. Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board has concluded that reactive incidents are a significant chemical safety...

Off-the-lob safety alert. (News Scan).(home injuries)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Home injuries kill thousands annually Nearly 20,000 Americans die each year from tailing down stairwells, tripping over lamp cords and other accidents inside their houses and apartments, according to the not-for-profit Home Safety Council....

Hunting for home hazards. (News Scan).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Follow these safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association to reduce hazards in your home: * Never leave cooking food on the stovetop unattended; keep a close eye on food cooking inside the oven. Keep cooking areas clear of...

Study: defibrillators save lives without special training. (News Scan).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Ordinary people with no special training can save lives with the heart-jolting defibrillators that are being put in public places around the country, an airport study found. Many heart specialists and others want to install these...

Pollution bias: study points to. (News Scan).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Manufacturing plants that pollute tend to be located in neighborhoods with a higher proportion of nonwhite populations and lower incomes, according to a new environmental justice study conducted at Pace University. The Pace study examines...

Are you prepared for an aging workforce? (News Scan).
December 1, 2002... Do your safety and health programs and policies account for this trend: nearly 4.5 million Americans over age 65 are working or looking for work. The trend of older workers returning to or staying in the workforce is expected to continue...

Workplace crisis response: Are you prepared? (Checklist).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Are you prepared? The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) has developed a checklist for employers on how to increase workplace safety and security during a time of crisis, such as the Washington, D.C.-area sniper attacks in...

Retirees returning to work--safely?(to Georgia-Pacific Corp.)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... To meet temporary staffing needs, Georgia-Pacific's Green Bay, Wisc., West Mill is recruiting retirees on a part-time basis to work the less-popular evening and night shifts. Many industries must adjust staffing levels year-round to match...

WTC cleaning/testing data to be put on the Web.(World Trade Center)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... EPA will begin putting data from its downtown residential cleaning and testing program on its Web site. Initial data, from asbestos in air tests conducted in about 200 homes, will initially be put in table form on EPA's World Trade Center Web...

In China? Workplace safety progress.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Chinese government is claiming significant progress in stemming accidental deaths, although official figures show an almost five percent rise in overall fatalities on roads and in mines and factories, according to the Associated Press. ...

5,000 Workers die daily worldwide.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Statistics from the International Labor Organization (ILO) paint a harsh picture of workplace safety globally in 2002: * 5,000 people die each day due to work-related accidents and diseases. * 350,000 people are killed each year from...

Seven keys to better teaching: Make the most of your training opportunities. (Psychology of Safety).
December 1, 2002... How can we make the most of our training opportunities? This month, I'd like to explain seven research-based principles to consider when you have the opportunity to teach, whether one-on-one or in a group setting. 1 Explain why There...

Been there, done that? Yes, you can improve job satisfaction. (Managing Best Practices).
December 1, 2002... The numbers don't add up. ISHN's most recent White Paper survey found job satisfaction among environmental health and safety pros at 37 percent. In large firms (more than 1,000 employees) job satisfaction drops to 28 percent. In comparison, 51...

Salaries & careers. (WhitePaper 2003 Survey).
December 1, 2002... Background Industrial Safety & Hygiene News' 19th Annual White Paper Survey was mailed to 1,972 readers in August 2002. 607 readers responded for a 31% response rate. The survey was designed and tabulated by the market research department...

Biotech safety: Six challenges to maintaining.
December 1, 2002... Biotech safety has some unique challenges. Research is an ongoing integral part of the biotech business, and scientists and laboratory technicians doing the research often work-with hazardous materials and are at risk of exposure to bloodborne...

Foot protection. (PPE Buyer's Guide).
December 1, 2002... DURABLE WORK BOOTS New styles in the Wolverine Compressor line for Spring 2003 will feature direct-attach construction, whereby injection-molded polyurethane permanently bonds the upper, compression chambers, midsole and outsole together...

Eye protection. (PPE Buyer's Guide).
December 1, 2002... ADJUSTABLE GLASSES Circle 226 Radians Revelation[TM] safety glasses have fully adjustable temples that both extend and tilt to allow for a precise fit for any wearer. By telescoping the temple to the correct length and ratcheting the...

Respiratory protection. (PPE Buyer's Guide).
December 1, 2002... PARTICULATE RESPIRATOR Circle 276 The new EZ-ON respirator from Moldex-Metric uses just one strap to hold it comfortably to the face, making it easy to don. The single cloth strap with FLEXWING[TM] and head harness provides a secure...

Head protection. (PPE Buyer Guide).
December 1, 2002... COOL HARD HAT Circle 287 MSA's new V-Gard[R] Advance[TM] Cap has six large cooling vents along the crown for improved air circulation and comfort. Stocked with 4- or 6-point ratchet suspension, the hard hat features lateral contours...

Hearing protection. (PPE Buyer Guide).
December 1, 2002... SOFT EARPLUGS EAR[R] EARsoft[TM] SuperFit[TM] earplugs feature a soft, smooth, tapered shape offering extreme comfort and an NRR of 33dB. The earplugs' patented "fitting ring" allows the wearer to know the fit is correct. Aearo Co.,...

Hand protection. (PPE Buyer's Guide).
December 1, 2002... HIGH-VISIBILITY GLOVES Circle 248 The N-DEX[R] Free Ultimate from Best extends the world's first accelerator-free disposable nitrile glove into an 11-in. high-visibility green EMT-version. Along with a longer and wider cuff, this glove...

Protective clothing. (PPE Buyer's Guide).
December 1, 2002... FABRIC FOR WELDING Circle 211 Designed for heavy-duty welding applications, CARBO-GLAS from AMI is a composite fabric that is produced by sandwiching AMI-GLAS fabric between two layers of partially carbonized acrylic non-woven fabric....

Polypropylene coveralls. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 222 Economical polypropylene coveralls from Direct Safety provide protection from non-hazardous dirt, grime and other dry particulates. Lightweight, breathable fabric keeps user cool and comfortable. These coveralls are ideal for...

Flowmeter. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 292 No photo Ideal for pharmaceutical, biotech and food & beverage applications, the new FlexMASSter ST98 Flowmeter Series from FCI now features a 3l6L stainless-steel thermal mass-flow sensing element with an all-welded, wetted...

Eye/Face Wash. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 298 Bradley's ANSI-compliant Swing-Down Eye and Swing-Down Eye/Face Wash units provide space savings and flexibility, fitting into any work environment. Available in universal counter or wall-mount design, the wash units operate by...

First-Aid products. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 294 No photo BURNFREE Private Eyes HypoTears[TM] is a preservative-free, sterile lubricant made under a private-label agreement with Ciba-Geigy that provides temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness or exposure to...

Floor matting. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 293 Superior Manufacturing Group, maker of NOTRAX[R] and AKRO[R] floor matting, has published its new matting Catalog #40. The catalog depicts the company's expanded manufacturing capabilities and describes the many new and unique...

Interactive training. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 295 No photo Summit Power Discs are new digital interactive training tools that utilize PowerPoint[TM] format to provide complete, customizable video presentations. Power Disc contains interactions and a quiz to document training....

Anti-fatigue matting. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 297 Crown Mats and Matting's Workers-Delight[TM] anti-fatigue matting now comes with a new 7/8" thickness as well as a new Safety-Aware[TM] yellow and black broken border. Manufactured utilizing Crown's patented Zedlan[TM] foam,...

Multi-faucet tempering. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 299 No photo Powers' new multi-faucet lavatory tempering technology is the model e490, which features advanced thermal actuation. These under-the-counter thermostatic valves are designed to deliver safe, tempered water to multiple...

Emergency response pack. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 296 The Andax Pac 44[R] emergency response pack from Andax Environmental is designed specifically for spills requiring personal protective equipment in addition to spill control materials. Contained in a convenient, 18"W x 18"L x...

High traction footwear. (Product News).
December 1, 2002... Circle 286 GRIP-X[TM] High Traction[TM] footwear from Jordan David fits conveniently over work shoes and boots to offer superior slip resistance in winter conditions. Utilizing 16 traction spikes, GRIP-X employs a "clamping" technique for...

Performance index: Calculating your own EHS.(environmental health and safety)
December 1, 2002... All environmental health and safety professionals have at some time in their career become frustrated with judgments made about their organization's and personal performance through outcome-oriented measurements. After all, some negative...

3E Co. (Industry Briefs: businesses).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... 3E Co. has completed a management-led buyout of the company from Safety-Kleen Corp. with $25 million in financing provided by Mission Ventures and Frontenac Co. 3E provides outsourced hazardous materials information management and emergency...

Speakman Co. (Industry Briefs: businesses).(signs long-term commitment to lease new facility)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Speakman Co. has signed a long-term commitment to lease a new facility in New Castle, Del. The approximately 83,000-sq.-ft. office/warehouse/manufacturing facility will become the company's primary location, which will be moving from the...

Fall Protection Systems, Inc. (Industry Briefs: businesses).(enters into joint marketing venture with Safe Harbor Access Systems, LLC)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Fall Protection Systems, Inc., of St. Louis, Mo., and Safe Harbor Access Systems, LLC, of Florence, S.C., have entered into a joint marketing venture for the North American market. Both Safe Harbor, a manufacturer of access plat forms and...

SAS Safety Corp. (Industry Briefs: businesses).(completes new disposable glove manufacturing facility)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... SAS Safety Corp., of Signal Hill, Calif., has completed its new disposable glove manufacturing facility. Located 30 miles from San Diego, the state-of-the-art plant is capable of producing latex, nitrile and chloroprene gloves in any length up...

J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc. (Industry Briefs: businesses).(introduces email program for state labor poster customers)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc. has introduced a free email program that notifies state labor poster customers whenever changes are made to their state's posting requirements. The program is offered to all customers who purchase Keller's labor...

TrainingOnline's. (Industry Briefs: business).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... TrainingOnline's Defensive Driving course. ASTD's certification program helps training professionals choose appropriate courseware. A BLR/EnviroWin company, TrainingOnline is a full-service instructional content provider specializing in...

RAE Systems. (Industry Briefs: business).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... RAE Systems of Sunnyvale, Calif., has opened RAE Systems Europe ApS, the company's new European office in Skanderborg, Denmark. The opening of the new office was in response to the gas detection company's expanding customer base in Europe.

Mine Safety Appliances Co. (Moves).(William M. Lambert elected President, MSA North America)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... In a planned management succession, the Board of Directors of Mine Safety Appliances Co. (MSA) has elected William M. Lambert as President, MSA North America, effective January 1, 2003. Lambert succeeds Thomas B. Hotopp, who is retiring at the...

Superior Manufacturing Group. (Moves).(promoted George Savich and Jim Rife)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Superior Manufacturing Group has promoted George Savich and Jim Rife to two new positions in the Sales & Marketing Department at the company's Chicago headquarters. Savich has been named Business Development Manager and will work with buying...

American Geosciences, Inc. (Moves).(hires manager for environmental health and safety group)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Environmental consulting firm American Geosciences, Inc. has hired Kubeldis to manage the firm's environmental health and safety group.

Lab Safety Supply. (References).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Fall 2002 Public Safety catalog from Lab Safety Supply ideal for first responders, emergency medical technicians or paramedics looking for homeland security products. The 336-page catalog includes such items as tactical gear, uniforms,...

William Andrew Publishing. (References).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The International Resources Guide To Hazardous Chemicals, available from William Andrew Publishing, features more than 7,500 entries highlighting chemical producers worldwide. The international directory provides complete contact information...

Behavioral Science Technology, Inc. (References).(offering "Enhancing Supervisor & Leader Effectiveness" on-site seminar)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Behavioral Science Technology, Inc. is offering the "Enhancing Supervisor & Leader Effectiveness" on-site seminar. Emphasizing behavioral science methods, this seminar teaches front-line supervisors, team leaders and managers to prioritize...

American Society of Safety Engineers. (References).(seminar to be held)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Stress, mold and accident investigation will be among the 41 sessions at the American Society of Safety Engineers' (ASSE) SeminarFest in Orlando, Fla., January 27-February 2, 2003. The annual ASSE SeminarFest is a collection of seminars for...

Fall Production.
December 1, 2002... 1 VACUUM ANCHOR SYSTEM CIRCLE 203 Powered by shop air or nitrogen, the new WinGrip Vacuum Anchor System from Flexible Lifeline Systems is intrinsically safe and includes all user equipment. Originally designed for aircraft, the system...

Recordkeeping review: OSHA's revised rule has simplified injury and illness reporting.(Occupational Safety and Health Administration )
December 1, 2002... In January 2001 (66FR 5916-6135) OSHA published revisions to its rule on Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (29CFR 1904 and 1952, commonly known as the Recordkeeping Rule) to take effect January 1, 2002. With it OSHA is...

New heights: take your fall protection training to.(work accidents)
December 1, 2002... Advances in technology and human creativity -- innovations such as air travel and high-rise buildings -- have shown our ability to adapt to and even overcome the laws of gravity. But in spite of these advances, the fact remains the same: what...