Industrial Safety & Hygiene News articles from February 2003

Industrial Safety & Hygiene News archives from February 2003

Training into your operations: the productive way to do a job is the safe way. (Blend Safety).
February 1, 2003... The training process. It's been written about at length for decades, and there are countless varieties of systems and approaches to choose from. The essence of the process, however, boils down to four phases: development, delivery, evaluation...

Keeping your balance: not many jobs are like safety and health. (Editorial Comments).
February 1, 2003... Is this job tricky or what? That's what a self-described "sometimes bewildered and disillusioned" young safety and health pro, three years into his career, wanted to know when he sought advice on the SAFETY listserv last fall. He felt that...

Questions & answers.(changing safety culture)
February 1, 2003... Culture of risk Q: In our workplace, safety precautions are frowned upon and risk-taking is reinforced by peer pressure. What can I do to change this culture? A: Show them a different culture. Use examples from the world of sports....

Youth rules! OSHA launches teen safety site. (Rules & Regs).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Every day, 210 teenagers are injured seriously enough on the job to require emergency medical treatment (77,000 per year), and each year 70 teens die from work-related injuries, according to OSHA. "That's just not acceptable," says agency chief...

OSHA still undecided MSD recordkeeping. (Rules & Regs).(musculoskeletal disorders )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... How to define musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) for recording cases on recordkeeping logs is something OSHA will address in a final rule in 2003. MSD recordkeeping requirements would Then go into effect in 2004. OSHA does not believe the delay...

OSHA names new advisory committee. (Rules & Regs).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao has announced a new lineup for the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH). The committee, established under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, advises the...

Employers must log hearing loss cases in 2004. (Rules & Regs).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... OSHA has decided to retain the hearing loss column in its recordkeeping log, but will delay the 1904.10(b)(7) requirements until January 1, 2004. There is not enough time to implement the requirement for use this year, according to the agency....

OSHA updates standards outlook. (Rules & Regs).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... In its latest update on standards-setting plans, issued in December 2002, OSHA intends to take long-term action on: * Confined spaces in construction; * Exposures to ethylene oxide and beryllium; * Hearing conservation for...

Mold bills to multiply in 2003. (Rules & Regs).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Mold is expected to be one of the hottest issues in state legislatures in 2003, according to the American Industrial Hygiene Association. California is moving forward with its task-force report on how to regulate specifics of mold hazard...

Workplace injuries drop to record low--again. (News Scan).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... A total of 5.2 million injuries and illnesses were reported in private industry work-places during 2001, resulting in a rate of 5.7 cases per 100 equivalent full-time workers, according to a survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. ...

Shiftwork takes its toll families. (News Scan).(marriages and family relationships stressed by different work shifts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Two out of five women report having different work shifts than their partners, often because these parents cannot afford childcare providers. And marriages and family relationships can be stressed to the breaking point. The "Ask a Working...

Responsible corporate values breed loyalty. (News Scan).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Companies can improve their chances of hiring and retaining talented staff if they recognize and support employees' home needs and pay more attention to environmental and community concerns, according to research by the British corporate think...

Contractor charged in worker deaths. (News Scan).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... A large electrical contracting firm and its parent corporation based in Rolling Meadows, Ill., have been indicted on federal charges for willfully violating federal workplace safety regulations, allegedly causing the deaths of two workers in...

Where's management's commitment? (News Scan).(workplace safety )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... "Do you believe that corporate management is committed to workplace safety and believes that it contributes positively to the bottom line?" That was the question posed to American Society of Safety Engineers members in a poll that ran on...

Who's got injury problems?(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Industries with highest rates in 2001 Top ten industries reporting the highest incidence rates of total nonfatal occupational injury and illness cases in 2001: Metal sanitary ware -- 24.4 Motor vehicles and car bodies --...

Ergo cases declined in 2001.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The number of repeated trauma cases reported for 2001 (216,400) was ten percent lower than the corresponding 2000 figure (242,000). Sixty-five percent of the repeated trauma cases in 2001 were in manufacturing industries. Here are the top ten...

Getting warmer: 2002 was a hot one.(2002 was the second warmest year since 1860)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... 2002 was the second warmest year since 1860, extending a quarter-century pattern of accelerated global warming linked to greenhouse gas emissions, according to United Nations scientists. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said 1998...

Links between jobs & ergonomic injuries shown.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Scientific evidence is mounting that shows the link between job-related tasks and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). In a recent study as reported by Occupational and Environmental Medicine, a total of 30,074 workers were asked to provide...

Pollution control cost $25.8 billion in 1999.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The U.S. manufacturing, mining, and electric utility industries spent a total of $23 billion on pollution abatement, waste disposal and materials recycling in 1999, according to EPA. Pollution prevention expenditures totaled $2.8 billion.

Safety lessons from down under: how culture influences safety. (Psychology of Safety).
February 1, 2003... I'd like to share a few reflections about my two-week lecture tour across Australia last October to illustrate the potential impact of culture on the success of safety-related interventions. Culture determines whether certain safety procedures...

Breast milk & working women: how can an employer protect this food source? (Managing Best Practices).
February 1, 2003... One in four new mothers working on the job full-time are breast-feeding, nearly double the rate from 1996, and the highest rate ever recorded, according to the December 2002 issue of Pediatrics. Results are based on a survey by Ross Products...

Reducing risk through training: instructor-led teaching blended with e-learning equals a solid program.
February 1, 2003... In these days of increasing business, financial and Political uncertainty, the traditional role of the compliance officer is changing to respond to a whole new range of challenges. In fact, given events such as 9/11 and the meltdown of Enron...

Revisiting Heinrich's "accident triangle".(Editorial)
February 1, 2003... H.W. Heinrich changed the world of safety fundamentals forever with his pioneering work in the 1930s. One of his concepts that continues to make me think is his accident triangle (pyramid) -- for every 300 unsafe acts there are 29 minor...

Coaching series. (Product Update: Training).
February 1, 2003... Designed for personnel tasked with coaching and enforcing safety in the workplace, Coastal's new Coaching Safety Performance series combines ten of the company's popular training titles. Topics include recordkeeping, incident investigation,...

Online resource. (Product Update: Training).
February 1, 2003... Fast, easy to use and affordable, safety.bna.com is a complete worker safety and health information resource available online. The site offers thousands of topics to choose from, including federal and state laws and regulations, policies, OSHA...

Interactive tool. (Product Update: Training).
February 1, 2003... Summit Power Discs are new digital interactive training tools that utilize PowerPoint [TM] to provide complete, customizable video presentations. Power Discs play directly from the CD-ROM shipped to you, or can be copied to your computer and...

Safety data control. (Product Update: Training).
February 1, 2003... BST has released a new software and training package for control charting and analysis of safety incident data. The CSTAT [TM] package, designed to provide accurate data interpretation and presentation, includes the software, a manual, on-site...

Training management. (Product Update: Training).
February 1, 2003... Keller-Soft [TM] E-Z Access Recordkeeper, a new software program from J.J. Keller, provides an efficient way to record, track and report safety training information. The customizable program simplifies recordkeeping by allowing users to track a...

Protecting hands: OSHA regs are just the start.
February 1, 2003... The arms and hands of your employees are invaluable to getting jobs done -- and vulnerable to damage: cuts, burns, bruises, electrical shock, chemical spills, and amputation. What can you do to protect employees -- and ensure their...

New software technologies are impacting the health and safety industry.
February 1, 2003... New technologies are making a large impact in the health and safety industry. Extensible Mark-up Language (XML) is being used to integrate the vast information resources that previously were kept in reams of paper in company file cabinets or in...

Enviro compliance. (Product Update: Software).
February 1, 2003... TISCOR's newest version of the environmental compliance hardware and software application LDAR Manager (Leak Detection and Repair) is a portable data acquisition system that offers wireless interface between a PDA-style handheld computer and an...

Labeling software. (Product Update: Software).
February 1, 2003... Labelmaster's(R) 2003 general catalog offers a wide range of products needed to fulfill safety compliance needs, including labels and placards, packaging, spill kits, books, software and more. A new Security section contains products such as...

Environmental management. (Product Update: Software).
February 1, 2003... ESS's new version of its enterprise environmental management software suite, Essential EH&S[TM] 5.0, includes new browser-based forms for entering and tracking monitored variable and sample information. The new forms make it simple to manage...

Inspection & tracking software. (Product Update: Software).
February 1, 2003... FieldAce software from PHE performs inspection and maintenance tracking on a desktop or Palm[TM] handheld device. The network-compatible system provides support for an unlimited number of inspectors and offers extensive reporting. FieldAce...

Incident management. (Product Update: Software).
February 1, 2003... PROGNOS 3.0 from PerDatum makes it easy to create the newly mandated OSHA-certified forms 301, 300 and 300A. Designed to efficiently manage injury and illness data, the software ensures accurate recordability determinations and provides quick...

Recordkeeping software. (Product Update: Software).
February 1, 2003... New OSHACoach[TM] from Safety Software is an entry-level software system used to determine when workplace injuries or illnesses are recordable under the OSHAct. Utilizing artificial intelligence with patent-pending algorithms, OSHACoach quickly...

Sign making program. (Product Update: Software).
February 1, 2003... K-Sun's MaxiSoft MaxiSigns99 Safety and Facility Sign Making Program allows you to make your own standard and custom signs in seconds. Compatible with all versions of Windows, MaxiSigns99 makes it easy and inexpensive to design and print safety...

Keep the noise down: workers will be glad later that you protected their hearing now.
February 1, 2003... Years ago, I belonged to a men's church group that met every Wednesday night and had dinner and Bible study. This church was in Texas City, Texas, where the major industry is chemical plants and refineries. I was the youngest man in the...

Shaping your culture for safety: five steps for excellence.
February 1, 2003... Culture is about the way things are done within organizations. It's also about people's thoughts and feelings toward safety, their beliefs, attitudes and expectations regarding everyday actions. The way each person thinks and acts toward safety...

10 skills for survival & success: managing your career.
February 1, 2003... ISHN's most recent White Paper survey of 2,000 environmental health and safety professionals depicts the current state of the profession, including salary levels, staffing, job security and top priorities in 2003. The survey highlights the...

The role of senior leader in safety performance.
February 1, 2003... Some organizations succeed readily with new safety initiatives while others struggle. Why is that? This article, the first in a series of three, outlines the dynamics of high-performing organizations and how senior leaders can support new and...

Acoustic Systems, Inc. (Businesses).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Acoustic Systems, Inc., a supplier of high-quality isolation enclosures for audiometric, broadcast, educational, industrial, research and test applications, has been acquired by ETS-Lindgren, a subsidiary of ESCO Technologies. Acoustic Systems...

American Industrial Hygiene Association's. (Associations).(Steven H. Davis appointed )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The American Industrial Hygiene Association's (AIHA) Board of Directors has unanimously approved the appointment of Steven H. Davis, CAE, to serve as acting executive director, replacing Executive Director Richard A. Strano, CAE. The Board will...

American Society of Safety Engineers. (Education).(schedule of events )(Calendar)
February 1, 2003... The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) has announced its continuing education schedule for occupational safety, health and environmental courses for 2003. The Certificate in Safety Management Seminars and Certification Preparation...

Anita Orozco, manager of safety at the Tucson branch of Air System Components, won the 2002 Safety Professional of the Year Award. (Awards).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Anita Orozco, manager of safety at the Tucson branch of Air System Components, won the 2002 Safety Professional of the Year Award, underwritten by the Internet safety management tool KellerOnline. Orozco, who will receive a plaque, $2,500, and...

References.("Standardization Essentials, Principles and Practice")
February 1, 2003... Standardization Essentials, Principles and Practice provides safety professionals a comprehensive overview of the world of standards, standardization, certification and accreditation. Co-authored by Steven M. Spivak and F. Cecil Brenner, this...

FSI North America. (Moves).(hirings)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... FSI North America, a wholly owned division of Fire Safety International, Inc. has added Mark Vidovic to its sales staff. FSI operates as a master distributor/final assembler and reseller of unique leading-edge products in the life safety, WMD,...

Events.(Calendar)
February 1, 2003... march Mold, Moisture & Remediation Workshop, March 3-6, Cincinnati, OH, also April 28-May 1, ACGIH, (513) 742-6163 ext. 101, www.acgih.org/events Certificate in Safety Management Seminars and Certification Preparation Workshops, March...

The soul of safety: how a worker approaches life and the job. (Your Turn).
February 1, 2003... As you know, times are changing in the area of safety. We have emerged from the traditional safety theories (such as the three Es--educate, engineer and enforce) and graduated to a much greater understanding of the importance of worker...

Protective apparel. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... A new line of limited-use protective apparel from Sunrise Industries features the company's new fabric, Suntech [TM]. The fabric is constructed of spunbonded polypropylene laminated to a microporous, high-tech film to provide a superior...

Spring-hinged Eyewear. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... Bouton's 6600 Springer is one of three safety spectacles in the company's Shark Hunter Series. The contemporary eyewear features a unique spring-hinge hidden in the temple, which provides added comfort and safety. Available in either a black or...

Spill Neutralizer. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... Safetec has introduced a new and improved ALKY[TM] to neutralize and solidify high pH fluid spills. By adding ALKY[TM] to the alkaline spill, the ALKY[TM] turns blue. Then the ALKY[TM] begins to turn yellow in color as the spill is safely...

ARC Shields. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... Elvex has introduced two new ARC-Shields with a rating of 10 Cal/cm-2, providing protection that is in compliance with NFPA 70E2000. The shields integrate with the company's existing Visor Bracket and cap-mounted hearing protection, already in...

Nitrile nylon glove. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... West Chester has introduced a nitrile-coated nylon glove that is ideal for a variety of light to medium-duty industrial applications. The tightly knit 13-cut nylon nitrile-dipped glove enables users to easily grasp and safely handle small...

Portable guard rail. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... RAILGUARD 200 from Garlock sets up in minutes without drilling holes and without the use of tools. The sturdy, portable guard rail meets or exceeds all OSHA requirements for permanent guard rail. Rail sections are 42-in, high and come in 5-ft.,...

Illuminated step covers. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... Offering illuminated visibility and slip protection, Safeguard's non-skid Glo-Traction Step and Walkway Covers are available in new configurations. The glow-in-the-dark, pre-fabricated covers can highlight escape routes during power outages,...

Limited-use FR garments. (Product News).
February 1, 2003... NOMEX(r) Limitedwear work apparel from DuPont offers flash fire protection in a limited-use garment and is certified as compliant with NFPA 2112 guidelines. Utilizing DuPont [TM] NOMEX [R] fiber, the lightweight, launderable coveralls are...

Low-maintenance respirator. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Save money, save time, and save the hassle of removing headstraps, hardhats and safety eyewear. The EZ Drop has a slide release strap that allows the mask to easily slide down the straps and rest on the two ends of the contoured neck buckle....

Hands-free flashlights. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Pelican Products HeadsUP Lite[R] Series is available in five different styles (#2600, #2610, #2620, #2640, #2660). The flashlights vary in shape as well as candlepower and battery life. With the combination of Xenon, halogen and LED lamps, the...

Compliance software. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... We all have a common goal. We are committed to finding the safest and healthiest way of living, both at our workplace and in the world as a whole. Dolphin Software invites you to find out why we are the trusted source for better chemical...

2002 Incentive Catalog. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Bill Sims' Award of Excellence presents its 2002 Incentive Catalog. For over 60 years, Bill Sims has been helping Fortune 500 employers improve the safety performance of their employees through smart, tax-free incentive programs. Combine the...

Single-gas detection. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Ideal for use in confined space and other harsh, industrial applications, the new PULSAR+ Single-Gas Detector from MSA features a gas concentration display and replaceable sensor and battery. The PULSAR+ detects CO, H2S or 02, and offers...

Glove accessory. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Reduce glove loss and hand injury with Glove Guard, by keeping work gloves available to workers at all times. Safety features include non-conductive material, resistance to flex fatigue and a safety break-away. Standard or custom safety slogans...

Safety shower. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... FSI and Safety Showers offers the ANSI compliant, one piece, fully integrated Safety Tank Shower family, complete with overhead water tank and immersion heater--available in four sizes. Simply plumb the unit and plug into a power source and...

Easy-to-fold tables. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... BioFit[R] Engineered Products introduces mobile, easy-to-fold tables for easy use, flexibility and durability in training and meeting facilities, cafeterias and other plant/office applications. Fold-N-Roll tables are offered in round,...

Work glove. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... New! Atlas Thermafit - A Work Glove for All Seasons. Thermafit combines famous Atlas flexibility and dexterity with a thicker, warmer poly/cotton knit liner, protecting hands and giving users a sure grip. Thermafit is shaped like a relaxed hand...

Multi-gas monitor with ToxAlert[TM]. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... The groundbreaking G 650 Series multi-gas monitor, with ToxAlert sensor technology, detects up to five gases simultaneously for protection from hundreds of unknown toxic gases. The ToxAlert sensor enables the user to obtain overall reading of...

Cleanroom glove. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Perfect Fit Glove's New Class 10 cleanroom laundered Pure Fit[TM] glove offers the most extreme levels of particle/fiber control for critical environment applications such as: semiconductor, electronics, biomedical, pharmaceuticals, film...

Quick MSDS access. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... NetMSDS 4.1 provides search, view and print access to your company-specific MSDSs via a Web browser. New features include an MSDS Summary Report, which provides information needed in case of emergency and direct links to manufacturer's Web...

Ansell expands HyFlex line. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... The HyFlex NBR, which has outstanding abrasion resistance and oil repellency, is available in a traditional palm coat, offering additional protection for the back of the hand. Designed for abrasive applications that involve the handling of...

Break away from the pack. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... The Klondike[R] Series from Crews[R] features safety and style at an affordable price to separate you from the pack. In the workplace or at home, Klondike's matted black frame finish, 11 base curve lens, adjustable temples and proprietary gel...

Eyewash station. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Encon offers its gravity fed, self-contained eyewash station (model #01104050). The eyewash station is easily maintained and has a low-profile when wall-mounted. This product is made of high-visibility yellow ABS plastic. Optional cart...

Tiscor. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... TISCOR's TaskMaster for Fire & Safety is a software management tool designed to schedule, track and document inspection and maintenance activities on all types of fire and life safety equipment. The system utilizes software and hand-held...

Safety goggles. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Elvex new Visionaire[TM] safety goggle design is inspired by ski goggles. Features include: a base six polycarbonate lens with SuperCoat(TM) anti-fog treatment; four indirect ventilation slots for further fog resistance; a 2.2 mm thick,...

Emergency oxygen in wall case. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... It is simple and easy to use LIFE[R] OxygenPac to give crucial lifesaving oxygen until medical help arrives. Portable with handle in durable case with clear cover, the unit hangs on the wall with your first aid supplies. It is an Inhalator for...

Particulate respirators. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... EZ-ON respirator uses just one strap to hold it comfortably to your face. A single cloth strap with FLEXWING[TM] and head harness provides a secure fit. The Dura-Mesh[R] shell maintains its shape throughout the workday. It's naturally contoured...

Mechanics' gloves. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Maximum Safety[TM] professional mechanincs' gloves from Protective Industrial Products, Inc. are multi-purpose gloves that protect hands from heat, cold, cuts and abrasions. Provide an excellent fit to achieve maximum dexterity and protection....

Acoustical Curtain Systems. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Sound Seal Acoustical Curtain Systems for use around noisy industrial machinery offers an effective, economic method of noise reduction. Acoustical Curtain Systems can be configured to create total enclosures, partial enclosures, hoods or...

Gas detection. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... CEA Instruments has been a leading supplier of gas detection equipment with pocket-size, portable, and wail-mounted instrumentation available in single and multichannel configurations since 1972. Numerous monitors, analyzers, and sensors are...

Heat strain monitor. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Quest Technologies' new QUESTemp* III personal heat strain monitor simplifies heat stress management with a miniature datalogging instrument for monitoring individual physiological strain in response to heat. Part of the QUESTemp Series of Heat...

Keller-Star[R] for training management. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... With this software, users can quickly reference OSHA, DOT, and EPA training requirements. The software also helps users maintain employees' training documentation for easy access in the event of an audit, employee incident, or class...

Photo ionization detector. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... The VX500 PID (photo ionization detector) is designed for portable monitoring of VOCs, such as petroleum or solvent vapors, it is ideal for virtually any industrial setting, including confined space entry testing, leak assessment, arson...

Grain drivers. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Memphis Glove introduces "Road Hustler," a premium quality line of grain drivers. We are manufacturing three styles which offer options for keystone, wing, or straight thumb patterns. Additional features include roiled cuffs, KEVLAR[R] sewing,...

Audit/inspection software. (Literature Spotlights).
February 1, 2003... Q5 understands the costs and effort required to monitor and track the many diverse areas of your business. Q5 Audit and inspection Management Software (Q5 AIMS) is a proven stand-alone, client server or Web system deployed in over 150 companies...