Industrial Safety & Hygiene News articles from February 2004

Industrial Safety & Hygiene News archives from February 2004

Coping with chaos: how to keep communication lines open during emergencies.
February 1, 2004... We read about catastrophe almost every week. Earthquakes, fires, chemical spills, explosions, intentional acts of sabotage, hurricanes, tornadoes, civil disturbances and power outages happen all too frequently. Emergency events like these...

Collective reluctance: bad news? We'd rather turn the page.(Editorial comments)
February 1, 2004... You don't expect to see a picture of a dead plumber drenched to the bone in muck in a newspaper, or on TV or the Web for that matter. But there, running across four columns in the December 21, 2003, edition of the New York Times, was a photo of...

Open season on OSHA: New York Times series sparks war of words.(rules & regs)
February 1, 2004... OSHA is feeling the heat after a series of articles in the New York Times in late December documented the agency's meager efforts to prosecute willful violators of safety and health standards whose attitudes and actions resulted in deaths on...

Feds charge five Atlantic States managers.(rules & regs)
February 1, 2004... Federal indictments were handed down in December charging Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe Co. and five managers with violating federal workplace safety laws and obstructing criminal and regulatory investigations by EPA and OSHA. The...

Can OSHA keep up with its alliances?(rules & regs)
February 1, 2004... Skeptics wonder if OSHA has the resources to keep pace with its steady stream of announcements on alliances and partnerships. In a December interview, ISHN asked OSHA chief John Henshaw if his agency is struggling to keep up. "Obviously...

No standards for TB or glycol ethers.(rules & regs)
February 1, 2004... OSHA has decided to extend its general industry standard on respiratory protection to workers exposed to tuberculosis, in place of writing a separate standard to protect workers in health clinics and other settings exposed to tuberculosis. OSHA...

Election year politics: are OSHA'S priorities safe?(rules & regs)
February 1, 2004... 2004 is an election year. What happens if a new administration comes in and swings the pendulum away from OSHA's current emphasis on VPP? ISHN recently asked OSHA chief John Henshaw what he would say to a safety and health manager who wants to...

BLS reports recordable incidence rate of 5.3 for 2002.(news scan)
February 1, 2004... A total of 4.7 million nonfatal injuries and illnesses were reported in private industry workplaces during 2002, resulting in a rate of 5.3 cases per 100 equivalent full-time workers, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. "We're...

Toxic problems? What problems?(news scan)
February 1, 2004... Too many corporations are hiding environmental liabilities from their shareowners, according to the Rose Foundation, an Oakland-based environmental advocate. Corporate underreporting persists due to a lack of will to fix the problem, says the...

Shades of bhopal: toxic fumes kill almost 200 in China.(news scan)
February 1, 2004... Toxic fumes from a natural gas well explosion killed at least 191 people in southwestern China in late December, state media reported. The incident was one of the worst in a string of recent industrial accidents in that nation. Hundreds of...

Finnish study: one in five work absences caused by psych issues.(news scan)
February 1, 2004... Mental health issues are becoming an increasingly serious occupational health concern in Finland, as more than half of all disability pensions granted to Finns under the age of 55 are for reasons of mental health. Mental health problems...

Nickel still a top cause of contact dermatitis.(news scan)
February 1, 2004... New research by British dermatologists on occupational contact dermatitis suggests that nickel remains a top cause of workplace skin problems. The data for the study was from two occupational disease surveillance programs, high-lighting...

Wine-maker outlines 6 keys to sustainability.(Values)
February 1, 2004... Fetzer Vineyards President Paul Dolan describes six values of sustainable businesses in his new book, "True to Our Roots: Fermenting a Business Revolution": 1 Your business is part of a much larger system--Operating according to the...

Seeking success vs. fearing failure: how personality affects safety beliefs.(Psychology of safety)
February 1, 2004... During my 34 years of university teaching, I've noticed some students possess a "need to achieve," while others portray a "need to avoid failure." Failure avoiders study only minimally to avoid failure, and are not "happy campers." Those...

Who's minding the profession? Loose EHS ethics enforcement hurts everyone.(Managing Best practices)
February 1, 2004... Can we grow as professionals without consensus, enforced ethics? Let's look at the stakes. Third-party consultation for the federal government still looms as a great opportunity for environmental safety and health pros. Legislation for...

Rapid response: how wireless monitoring systems are improving emergency equipment.
February 1, 2004... Regardless of whether an industrial incident is intentional or accidental, most of the resulting challenges are the same. The plant's safety administration must provide for comprehensive response that manages the situation by assisting the...

Automating chemical request/approval: a software or Web-based solution can streamline your processes.
February 1, 2004... With all the government regulation--local, state and federal--we live with today, environmental, health and safety is filled with complexities. One of the issues that companies of all sizes seem to grapple with is establishing a solid,...

Do your employees need training, instruction or education?
February 1, 2004... Do safety and health professionals train, instruct or educate, workers? Are these three the same thing? Let's examine each one and see if there are critical differences. Training can be defined as assisting others in learning skills in a...

1 Training programs.(training)
February 1, 2004... CIRCLE 254 Training solutions from Summit Training Source include more than 600 environmental, health and safety training titles available in multiple formats, including online, CD-Rom and video. Programs are designed to create an...

2 Feedback training.(training)
February 1, 2004... CIRCLE 252 CoreMedia's "Listen Up! Commit to Receive Feedback" demonstrates the internal challenges faced when receiving feedback. A follow-up program to "Speak Up--Commit," "Listen Up" explains that if we locus on the message, not the...

3 Training solutions catalog.(training)
February 1, 2004... CIRCLE 250 BLR offers its 2004 "HR & Safety Training Solutions" special discount catalog. The catalog includes hundreds of simple solutions to make the task of training easier. Training materials are available for a wide range of topics...

4 Preparedness program.(training)
February 1, 2004... CIRCLE 251 The American Red Cross' Together We Prepare--Workplaces program helps workplaces create a culture of preparedness, providing life-saving training, information and products for workers. The program combines traditional Red Cross...

5 Safety management.(training)
February 1, 2004... CIRCLE 255 DNV's Systems Integration Starter Kit provides guidelines to assess an organization's readiness to integrate environmental, health & safety and quality management systems. The kit can be used in conjunction with the ISO 9001,...

6 Safety procedure customizer.(training)
February 1, 2004... CIRCLE 258 The new Keller-Soft[R] Safety Procedure Customize[R] software program helps users create step-by-step procedures to implement safety plans. The program includes ready-to-use procedures, whereby users fill in company-specific...

7 Building security.(training)
February 1, 2004... CIRCLE 253 Public Building Security: It's Everyone's Concern is part of Coastal's Homeland Security series. The 15-minute video training program helps employers and employees identify areas of vulnerability in their workplace, and generate...

Questions & answers: protecting hands.
February 1, 2004... Q Workers sometimes complain that they don't wear gloves because of bad fit or poor grip. What can I do to motivate workers to wear gloves? A First, have them try different size gloves or reference a glove-sizing chart to properly measure...

Park service sells hearing loss prevention.(Case Study)
February 1, 2004... Here's how the National Park Service rolled out a hearing loss prevention program. Substitute "workplace" for"park and you'll pick up some ideas for your own efforts to prevent hearing loss. Remember, 30 million Americans are exposed to...

Earplugs.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... New E-A-R[R] Push-Ins earplugs provide the highest level of protection available in a push-in style earplug with an NRR of 28 dB. The push-in style eliminates the hassle of rolling down earplugs for fitting and alleviates the fear of...

Kuri Tec[R] Catalog.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The KuriTec[R] PVC Hose & Tubing Catalog features non-toxic PVC products to handle industrial hygiene and air breathing line applications. Available are clear, non-reinforced tubing, clear yarn reinforced PVC hoses and clear wire reinforced...

Training programs.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) is a non-profit association of approximately 30,000 professional safety and health educators providing nationally recognized training programs through more than 5,000 approved Training Centers...

Single-gas detector.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... IST-Aim's newest single gas detector, the Shield, protects against hazardous levels of gases in even the most extreme conditions. The CSA-approved Shield comes with a maintenance-free, two-year guarantee. It is equipped to display actual...

High visibility rainwear.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Tingley Rubber introduces the Comfort-Brite fluorescent yellow-green .35mm PVC on polyester suit with two-inch reflective tape. Comfort-Brite rainwear is the affordable solution for high-visibility rainwear that is compliant with the new...

Four-gas monitor.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Crowcon has designed a completely new personal gas monitor for simple use in demanding conditions. Monitoring up to four gases, Tetra has a single button to control all functions, and a backlit "at-a-glance" display giving simultaneous viewing...

Universal sideshields.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The Aye-Mate[TM] B-52+ and Wing-Mate[TM] B-26+ universal sideshields are quickly adapted to a wide range of metal and plastic frames. Can be installed or removed quickly without tools. Eliminates guesswork, time and effort required to replace...

Gas detection.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... CEA Instruments has been a leading supplier of gas detection equipment with pocket-size, portable, and wall-mounted instrumentation available in single and multichannel configurations since 1972. Numerous monitors, analyzers, and sensors are...

Shock-absorbing lanyard.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The FP5K tie-back lanyard uses the FP5K carabiner, a new tie-back lanyard connector. With 5,000 lb. gate strength in any direction, the FP5K carabiner can be tied back directly to the lanyard. Available in web or cable version--the cable...

Butyl and neoprene gloves.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Chemical protective gloves to meet the challenges of industrial, laboratory, first response or chemical production exposure. Maximum protection from challenges such as acetone, alcohols, MIBK, MEK, aldehydes and esters. Guardian butyl and...

Polarized eye protection.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... This technological breakthrough from Smith & Wesson finally offers the industrial worker protection from reflected glare in an ANSI-compliant safety glass--certified compliant by a respected, independent testing laboratory. The enhanced vision...

Quick-ship program.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... BioFit[R] Engineered Products offers immediate shipping on hundreds of ergonomic chair models for industrial, laboratory, high-tech and office applications. If BioFit cannot ship within two working days (after credit approval), BioFit will pay...

NFPA 70E compliance.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... INDURA Ultra Soft[C] has already proven itself as the fabric of choice for NFPA 70E compliance. INDURA Ultra Soft provides protection from electric arc flash with flame resistance that is guaranteed for the life of the fabric while still...

Flame-resistant shirt.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Carhartt has added medium blue to its flame-resistant 7 oz. twill shirt offering. Carhartt's FR twill shirts have double-stitched shoulders, armholes and side seams for increased durability, are NFPA-70E compliant and have an ATPV of 8.2,...

Incentive tools.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The Bill Sims Company provides tools and training that help managers use the power of recognition to dramatically increase the performance of their human resources and increase bottom line profits. Tools include simple, fun, scratchoff game...

Non-slip safety coatings.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Kelley Technical Coatings offers Convoy non-slip safety coatings that help meet OSHA and insurance requirements by eliminating slippery areas and reducing injuries. Convoy coatings provide economical, non-slip protection for virtually any...

Bifocal safety glasses.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Elvex RX-200 is our second generation of bifocal safety glasses, and we have combined the requirement for bifocal lenses with the desire for stylish, lightweight and comfortable glasses. RX-200 uses two base six lenses, in a contemporary wrap...

Ultimate eye/face wash.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The Haws Model 7000 Eye/Face Wash delivers all of the benefits of the most complex eye and face wash designs, without the complexity! Minimum piece-count design means easy maintenance and great Haws reliability. The close-fit dust cover...

HazCom made easier.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... This new handbook from J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. covers areas of the HazCom Standard that are relevant to employees, to help them understand requirements and stay safe while working with chemicals. Only $2.50 to $3.95 each, depending on...

Emergency oxygen.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... For industrial and office workplace first aid programs, LIFE[R] OxygenPac is SIMPLE and EASY to use to give crucial life-saving oxygen until medical help arrives. Portable with handle in durable case with clear cover, the unit hangs on the wall...

Earplug dispenser.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The PlugStation[R] earplug dispenser is affordable enough to be placed near every work area. High-visibility station increases worker awareness. Features a clicking mechanism for smooth dispensing of plugs directly into your hand. Eliminates...

Photo-ionization detector.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The MultiRAE Plus combines a PID with the standard four gases (O2, LEL, and two toxic gas sensors) in one compact monitor. Its new and improved case allows quick and easy access to both the battery and sensors simply by using a coin. With ATEX...

Safety and rescue equipment.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Junkin Safety Appliance Co. manufactures and distributes a variety of safety and rescue equipment. The Junkin catalog offers: basket stretchers, plastic stretchers, aluminum break-apart stretchers, air-rescue stretchers, aluminum and steel pole...

Protective eyewear.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Odyssey's first-of-its-kind, patented SoftFlex[TM] nosepiece has extra-soft polymer "fingertips" and pivots on a hinge to offer unparalleled conformity to the bridge of the wearer's nose. The eyewear also has a patent-pending Italian design...

Gas detector training.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Industrial Scientific is pleased to offer Computer Based Training (CBT) modules for its line of multigas detectors. These self-paced modules cover basic operation, calibration, and maintenance and use video and interactive graphics to enhance...

Custom signs.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Name your sign. Labelmaster[R] will make it--in your choice of over 20 durable materials for indoor and outdoor use. Your custom message can communicate warnings and make your workplace safer. Choose a size from 3" x 5" to 20" x 28" to fit your...

Hand protection.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The Fasguard[TM] 901 has grain deer palm fingertips and knuckles, stretch Spandex[TM], with elastic cuff and Velcro[TM]. The Grain Deer Skin series is especially well suited for high-temperature applications. Available in S, M, L, and XL....

Personal gas monitor.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... MSA's new Solaris[TM] Multigas Detector is an economical, pocket-sized, personal gas monitor. One of the smallest, lightest and easiest to use four-gas monitors available, the Solaris detector is also easy to maintain. Encased in a rugged,...

New safety products catalog.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... MSA's latest products are featured in our "Safety Equipment Catalog 2003-2004." Product lines cover escape, air-purifying and air-line respirators, SCBA, thermal imaging cameras, head/eye/face/hearing protection, fall protection and confined...

Dosimeters.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Quest Technologies announces that the new NoisePro[TM] Series of Quest dosimeters and db-4000EZ Metrosonics dosimeters, introduced at AIHce 2003 in the U.S., are the first noise dosimeters in the world to be granted intrinsic safety approvals...

Remove grease & overpower odors.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Consume Micro-Muscle industrial strength super surfactant concentrate, boosted with active microbial grease digesters, quickly removes petroleum-based soils and continually controls nuisance odors. It also augments downstream waste treatment....

Accident Prevention Software.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... OSHALOG[R] safety management system documents/analyzes all accidents and incidents with complete OSHA 300 record-keeping compliance. Network ready. Extensive analytical reporting. Features original OSHA expert help system, OSHACoach[R]....

Occupational Health Manager[R] (OHM[R]).(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... OHM[R] Safety, Health and Environmental software suite. Safety, IH, case management, encounter log, medical surveillance, hearing conservation, drug/alcohol screening, PFT, scheduling, fit testing, ergonomics, job/task demand analysis,...

Gas detector.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... The GasAlertMax is an internally pump-equipped, four-channel gas detector designed to continuously monitor for the presence of H2S, CO, LEL combustible gas and oxygen. With optional datalogging that can store over a year of continuous...

Inspection program.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... FieldACE is a PDA (Palm and Pocket PC) and desktop PC module computerized inspection program that eliminates paper checklists and significantly reduces data entry time increasing productivity. FieldACE reports help companies quickly track...

Safety audit management.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Innovative, leading-edge solutions... Q5AIMS technology enables you to conduct your audits, behavior-based observations and corrective actions faster, easier, and with more meaningful results. Integrating desktop, laptop, tablet or Pocket PC...

Safety knives.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Reduce cutting injuries and workers' compensation claims. Our full line of safety knives have no exposed blades, protecting the goods and the user. Ergonomically designed to promote proper cutting technique and ensure user comfort. The Safety...

Prefabricated buildings.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Safety Storage prefabricated, relocatable buildings combine ultimate portability and the durability of steel construction with a minimum of site preparation. Features include secondary containment and chemical-resistant coating. Options include...

Electrical safety.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Summit's new, Electrical Safety: Shock Proof, comprehensive two-part series is a highly effective way to teach your employees how to work safely around electricity. This program features scenes from a variety of workplace settings, covers many...

Saves lives ... and money!(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Bulwark Protective Apparel announces the introduction of its new "value" FR cotton coverall--the CCD2. Priced over 15 percent lower than other Deluxe Cotton Coveralls, the CCD2 is available in khaki, navy, orange, and royal; features a 7.7...

Cleanroom glove.(Literature Spotlights)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... 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...

Industrial Scientific Corp.(Business)(The M40 Multi-Gas Monitor has been approved by Canadian Standards Association)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Industrial Scientific Corp. has announced that the M40 Multi-Gas Monitor has been approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). The M40 and optional SP40 Sampling Pump have passed the certification tests for CSA under performance test...

Scott Health & Safety.(Business)
February 1, 2004... Scott Health & Safety was recently awarded the Tyco International, Ltd. Chairman's Award for Business Growth for Tyco's 2003 fiscal year. Scott Health & Safety was cited for year-over-year sales growth of 30 percent as well as sustained...

International Safety Instruments, Inc. (ISI).(Business)
February 1, 2004... International Safety Instruments, Inc. (ISI), a leading manufacturer of respiratory protection devices for fire, law enforcement and industrial users, has named John W. Tully vice president of sales. Tully is a 30-year veteran of the safety...

3M has entered into an agreement to acquire Hornell International.(Business)
February 1, 2004... 3M has entered into an agreement to acquire Hornell International, a global supplier of personal protective equipment for welding applications based in Gagnef, Sweden, including related trademarks and patents, for 750 million SEK (approximately...

Conney Safety Products' 2004 Buyers Guide.(References)
February 1, 2004... Conney Safety Products' 2004 Buyers Guide features a complete selection of safety and first aid products, Highlighted items include Justrite[R] Smokers Cease-Fire[R] Receptacles, Pyramex Zone II[R] Safety Glasses, Medique Medications, NoTrax[R]...

Events.(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... march Professional Development Conference/Safety Works 2004 Expo, March 3-4, Mesa, AZ, SCF of Arizona, (602) 631-2013, www.scfaz.com Achieving World-Class Safety Symposium, March 25-26, New Orleans, LA, American Society of Safety...