Industrial Safety & Hygiene News articles from June 2004

Industrial Safety & Hygiene News archives from June 2004

Golden opportunity: use compliance classes to reach your strategic safety goals.
June 1, 2004... Lurking inside that required annual safety training is a golden opportunity. World-class safety organizations are increasingly utilizing safety training to build mindsets and skills that are aligned with corporate goals and values. Far from...

A house divided ... it's time for pros to come together.(Editorial comments)(Transcript)
June 1, 2004... At a safety industry event a few months ago, a long-time veteran with friendships in the field going back 25 to 30 years stepped to the stage to accept his retirement booty. Squinting into the stage lights, he talked about the changes he had...

Motivational speakers.(Expert Advice)
June 1, 2004... Q We are considering how to jazz up our safety meetings. Are motivational safety speakers worth the money? A Since I do motivational presentations you might expect me to give this a carte blanche YES! No, motivational speakers provide value...

Asbestos compensation legislation fails in Senate.(rules & regs)
June 1, 2004... The U.S. Senate defeated a bill in late April that would have set up a special asbestos court to hear all claims for damages by injured workers and others against companies that manufacture and use asbestos-containing material or have done so...

New drug test proposed for fed workers.(rules & regs)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is proposing a new rule that would allow federal agencies to use sweat, saliva and hair in federal drug testing programs that now only test urine. The proposal would also...

Four contractors fined after fatal garage collapse.(rules & regs)(Fabi Construction Inc., Egg Harbor Township, Mitchell Bar Placement Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... OSHA issued citations to four contractors building the ten-story parking garage at the Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City, N.J., following an investigation of the Oct. 30, 2003, garage collapse that killed four workers and injured 21....

Employees' complaints not addressed, investigators claim.(rules & regs)(Chicago office fire)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Last fall's deadly Chicago high-rise office fire has resulted in 16 safety violations against Cook County and the Chicago Fire Department. The most serious: Cook County officials are accused of ignoring earlier employee concerns over...

High-hazard work sites targeted for inspections.(rules & regs)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... OSHA's site-specific targeting (SST) plan for 2004 will focus on approximately 4,000 high-hazard work sites for unannounced comprehensive safety and health inspections over the coming year. The agency's site-specific targeting inspection...

Who's protecting the self-employed?(news scan)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Self-employed workers are more likely than wage and salary workers to hold down dangerous jobs with high fatality rates, including farming, construction trades, timber-cutting and logging, and fishing, according to the Bureau of Labor...

Time to get serious about sleep loss.(news scan)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Chronic sleep loss and untreated sleep disorders are a serious public health concern--and it is time to attack them with the same urgency as campaigns against smoking, drunk driving and obesity, experts said at a recent meeting on sleep and...

Feeling safe at work a growing priority for employees.(news scan)
June 1, 2004... In only two years, the number of employees who say feeling secure and safe at work is a priority to their job satisfaction has jumped 28 percent. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and CNN's Job Satisfaction...

Killing zones: highway construction areas.(news scan)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... More than 1,000 people die each year from crashes in highway construction zones, and most of them are drivers, according to Federal Highway Administrator Mary Peters. Peters said 1,181 people died and 52,000 were injured in work zone...

Public taking interest in CSR reports.(Survey)(corporate social responsibility)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Consumers in North America, Europe and Australia are consulting corporate social and environmental reports more commonly than originally thought, reveals a recent international survey conducted by GlobeScan, Inc. (formerly Environics...

Sick employees who work cost employers, study shows.(News Scan)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Employees who go to work sick cost employers an average of $255 per employee per year, according to a study by Cornell University. Sickness was found to lower productivity as employees suffered from difficulty concentrating, slowness at tasks...

Plastics plant explosion kills four workers.(Formosa Plastics Corporation U.S.A.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... A chemical explosion and subsequent tire at a central Illinois plastics plant April 23 left four workers dead and eight others injured. The cause of the blast at Formosa Plastics Corp. was under investigation at press time. One report said...

Men less likely to seek health advice than women.(News Scan)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Men in the U.K. are being urged to make the most of the health advice available from pharmacists and other health service providers since studies have shown that men are often reluctant to use health services unless they are in significant...

Don't shortcut the moment: focus on what is pleasurable--and safe.(Psychology of safety)(Safety performance solutions)(Column)
June 1, 2004... The rock-and-roll band I joined last year accepted my choice for a new name--"Magic Moments." At the time. I thought the name particularly appropriate because most of our music is classic southeast beach, typified by the Drifters' 1959...

About those diploma mills ...: what should you do to protect the profession's integrity?(Managing Best practices)
June 1, 2004... The government has released initial findings on its investigation into the use of diploma mill degrees by federal employees. One discovery: a program manager who claimed to hold a doctorate in occupational health and safety and helped...

Hazard perception.(training)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 253 J.J. Keller's Workplace Hazard Perception Challenge training program utilizes fast-paced, interactive video to enlist employees' active participation in the training. The 60-minute video teaches hazard perception through a...

7-minute training sessions.(training)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 254 BLR's 7-Minute Safety Trainer program includes pre-written seven-minute training sessions that enable companies to conveniently install and operate a complete and effective safety program. The easy-to-use training sessions are...

Online courses.(training)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 251 CoreMedia offers 24 Web-based training courses backed by a proven Learning Management System (LMS). Encouraging student interaction, the online courses incorporate multiple "check points," or tests, that promote retention by...

Training programs.(training)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 252 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...

Reality-based program.(training)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 255 In Coastal Training's "Safety--The Good Fight," grief-stricken family members discuss their son's on-the-job death. Available on video and DVD, the training program features Ron Hayes, the accident victim's father, describing...

Convertible bench/table system.(training)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 256 BioFit[R] Engineered Products' AdapTable Bench adds flexibility to training facilities. The convertible system can function as benches with backrests or as tables with attached benches on either or both sides. AdapTable Benches...

Web-based training.(training)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 250 CLMI offers fully interactive safety and ergonomics Web-based training featuring full-screen video, pay-per-view pricing, powerful tracking and an extensive training library. Accessible anytime from any Internet-connected PC,...

Getting your message across: 7 tips for connecting with your training audience.
June 1, 2004... When it comes to safety training, are you the kind of instructor your students can have confidence in? When you look at them, do you fed they understand what you are telling diem? If the answer to these questions is "no"--or you're not...

Material safety data sheets.(Questions & Answer)
June 1, 2004... Q OSHA recently announced a program to improve the quality of MSDSs. What can I do to make sure that the MSDSs my employees use are accurate, complete and easy to understand? Limit your liability A First and foremost, it is the...

On the audit trail: how the use of software simplifies safety auditing.
June 1, 2004... Computer and software products allow today's safety auditors to break away from the old pen-and-paper auditing routine to a more accurate, efficient and flexible process. Using software for safety audits provides many advantages over...

Is it time to integrate your EH&S tasks into one software application?(environmental, health and safety)
June 1, 2004... Despite the ready availability of a wide range of technology-based tools, many environmental, health and safety managers are still buried in stacks of paper. Computer applications have flooded the marketplace with mechanisms to manage a diverse...

Stylish eyewear.(Product Update)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 258 The Flame[TM] from Olympic Optical offers a futuristic sculpted frame with sure grip rubber temple inserts, an ergonomic nose pad and flared temple tips for superb comfort and style. The ANSI Z87.1-2003 high-velocity compliant...

Economical eye protection.(Product Update)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 262 MSA's Arctic[TM] Elite protective eyewear offers economical comfort and style, utilizing a new soft padded nose bridge and soft-tipped temples. Available in either clear or gray anti-fog lenses, with built-in side impact...

Reduced glare lens.(Product Update)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 261 The Klondike[R] Series from Crews[R] offers safety and style at an affordable price featuring a matte black frame finish, adjustable temples, 11-degree base curve lens and proprietary gel nose piece. Offering workers all-day...

Comfortable safety glasses.(Product Update)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 259 For users that require more coverage and more style, Elvex's Triad safety glasses provide both. In addition to style, the Triad offers excellent comfort in part due to the soft rubber nose bridge and soft rubber temple tips....

Innovative faceshield.(Product Update)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 264 The new Uvex Bionic[TM] Shield is an innovative faceshield ideal for ragged industrial applications. Featuring an ergonomic design and an easy-to-replace lens system, the Bionic Shield provides users 2,784 adjustment positions...

Safety goggle.(Product update)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 263 The Revolution[TM] safety goggles from American Allsafe offer protection against chemical splashes, dust and impact while providing excellent visual clarity utilizing new VisiClear[TM] anti-fog, anti-scratch coating....

Stylish eye safety.(Product update)
June 1, 2004... CIRCLE 260 NASCAR[R] GT protective eyewear from Encon combines aesthetics, comfort and protection for a stylish eye safety solution. Featuring a one-piece wrap-around design, a colorful NASCAR temple logo and ultra-soft temple tips, the...

Seeing your way to safety: assess the situation to reduce eye injuries.
June 1, 2004... So often we take eye protection for granted. Safety glasses goggles and face shields can prevent most eye injuries. Of course, there's a slight catch--they have to be worn. Sometimes getting employees to wear the eye protection is the greatest...

Systems approach to first response: turnkey engineered safety solutions.(eye safety)
June 1, 2004... Increased Complexity = Specialization. While it's not exactly E=[MC.sup.2], it is nonetheless true. The more complex something becomes, the more likely we are to need someone that specializes in it. So it is with emergency equipment design,...

Fall protection: a rescue plan saves a life.(Case Study)
June 1, 2004... It was 3:00 in the afternoon on a typical, windy mid-November day last fall. The Chicago winter had yet to take full effect, which allotted some final bridge work to be completed. Standing approximately 160 feet above the lower level, the...

Executive coaching: how to keep your cool when the boss demands answers.
June 1, 2004... Who's put on the defensive more often, politicians, CEOs--or safety and health managers? A recent article in the Columbia Journalism Review described how everyone from politicians to athletes to executives is schooled these days in the art...

Thinking of outsourcing? Don't burn your money--here are 17 keys to success.
June 1, 2004... When it comes to outsourcing, consulting services aren't like office supplies that can be farmed out to the lowest bidder. Several other considerations, such as service, credibility and fit with your culture are critical elements that must be...

Getting value from your: job safety analysis.
June 1, 2004... In reviewing your OSHA Log or your in-house incident reports, how many incidents arise out of circumstances unfamiliar to you or not previously reported? New injury and illness scenarios pop up all of the time. Let's face it, hazards are not...

How to manage your safety projects: define the scope, cost, tasks & objectives.
June 1, 2004... A lot of safety improvements are projects. Why not handle them as such? Adding basic project management skills to your organization can decrease frustration and increase your safety improvement success rate. Implementing a newly adopted...

Risk engineering: keys to applying to occupational health & safety.
June 1, 2004... The industrial hygienist, safety professional and safety lawyer handle many safety problems in response to a workplace emergency and/or accident. Solving problems once they have occurred is a requirement, but the true goal is to prevent...

Plug-in PID sensor.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 266 The Scout Multi-Gas personal monitor from Scott is now capable of detecting VOCs with its new plug-in PID sensor. The sensor uses patented technology to detect VOCs in concentrations down to 1 ppm and provides outstanding...

Modular lockout kits.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 267 Master Lock offers a variety of lightweight lockout carrying cases with modular, translucent storage trays. The kits include high-use components, satisfying most lockout applications. Separate compartments allow for effective...

Cooling tube.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 268 Utilizing patented air-aspirated fog technology, the new Cool Zone Cooling Tube is an economical, efficient way to cool large areas. Water vapor injected into an air stream promotes evaporation, resulting in a temperature...

Fall protection device.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 269 The new Relief Step Safety Device from Miller helps a worker suspended in a full-body harness to avoid the effects of orthostatic intolerance, or suspension trauma. This unique, patent-pending device can be attached to any brand...

Carton cutter.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 271 The OLO Safety Carton Cutter from OLFA is designed to prevent injuries and damage to product in industrial facilities by providing a safe, easy alternative to the common box cutter. The durable, ergonomic cutter features a...

Escape hood.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 270 The new AOSafety[R] Escape Hood CB Plus features a blower to filter incoming air and meets government requirements for Chemical-Biological Escape Hoods. The blower, which turns on automatically, eliminates breathing resistance,...

Work boots.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 273 Wolverine's Fall 2004 Work Footwear collection includes the Buchanan, a durable work boot that will protect feet from the most challenging conditions. Full-grain leather uppers paired with GORE-TEX[R] waterproof lining help keep...

Ergo Knee Support.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 274 The MVP Knee Support by Body Glove Safety[TM], available from Chase Ergonomics, is constructed of Tradewiuds[TM] breathable neoprene, offering a snug, streamlined fit without the heat and itching caused by non-breathable...

Hand tool restraint.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 272 New to Web Devices' fall-arrest product line, the Tool Spider is an elastic lanyard designed to reduce the incidence of dropped tools and worker injuries. The elastic Tool Spider attaches to a harness or waist-belt, allowing...

IAQ software.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 278, No Photo New QuestSuite Professional Version 1.6 software is a comprehensive application for the collection, analysis and reporting of exposures to workplace and environmental hazards. A new air exchange rate calculator is...

Safety footwear.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 276 Michelin's first line of professional working footwear provides such benefits as Michelin Tire Treads, which are bi-directional to pro vide traction and slip resistance in all conditions, and an automotive inspired chassis-based...

High Pallet Pivot gate.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 275 A new Rack Supported High Pallet Pivot gate from Mezzanine Safeti-Gates permanently secures pallet drop areas in large rack picking modules and multi-level stacker crane operations. Featuring 14 pivot points, the gate provides a...

Dilution monitoring system.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 275 A novel dilution pump system used in and vapors, and several toxic gase, featuring detector, which was recently awarded a patent, generates more accurate combustible gas readings in low-oxygen spaces. The Cannonball3 detects...

Recoil LED flashlights.(product news)
June 1, 2004... Circle 279 Pelican's SabreLite[TM] LED and M8 LED flashlights utilize Recoil LED Technology to provide a beam free from scattered peripheral light, which means it can cut through smoke. fog and dust. Recoil LED flashlights benefit crews in...

Glove accessory.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... Glove Guard[R] and Utility Guard[TM] are two quality products meeting two goals: 1) reduce hand injuries by keeping gloves available, and 2) reduce glove replacement costs. Non-conductive product with a patented safety center creaK-away...

Cardiac care.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... The American Heart Association is a national, not-for-profit organization committed to reducing death and disability from cardiac and respiratory emergencies. We offer high-quality corporate training materials and products, including the...

Rescue pants.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... Ensuring excellent durability and protection. Workrite Rescue Pants of Nomex[R] IIIA are autoclaved to enhance their permanent-press characteristics and appearance after laundering. These 7.5 oz. garments are certified to NFPA 1975 station...

Nitrile glove.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... Introducing the first black disposable nitrile glove with textured fingertip--NightHawk[TM] from Best Manufacturing. The newest member to the N-DEX[R] family, NightHawk[TM] offers the world's least allergenic disposable nitrile protection with...

Interactive CD and catalog.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... Casella USA offers the new 2004 interactive CD and catalog for interested industrial hygienists and safety professionals. The CD provides useful product and application information in an easy-to-use interactive website-like format. Casella USA...

Improved eyewash.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... Bradley Corp. has improved its On-Site[R] Gravity-Fed Eyewash for greater mobility between locations without a plumbed water supply. The new $19-921 model is easier to fill, assemble and transport, which makes relocating the unit to another...

Non-slip safety coatings.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 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...

Particulate respirators.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... The unique patent-pending design of AOSafety Pleats Plus makes this filtering facepiece the easiest to breathe through, even compared to respirators with exhalation valves. The design, low breathing resistance, and flexible pleats also make it...

Anti-reflective lens.(Exhibitor Spotlights)
June 1, 2004... Essilor has launched Crizal Alize, an anti-reflective (AR) lens that offers relief from tired, strained eyes caused by artificial light, computer glare and night driving, provides two-sided scratch resistance and also cleans like a breeze. With...

Safety training.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 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...

Free video CD.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... Learn how other companies are using employee recognition programs to reduce injuries without injury hiding; improve morale: and increase Bright Idea Money Saving Suggestions. The video includes case history studies and offers insight into...

Safety and health information.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... BNA services provide the latest information on changes to safety and health laws and regulations, plus guidance and analysis. Help staff understand new or amended federal and state requirements. Track compliance and enforcement trends. Follow...

Single-gas monitor.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... GasAlert Extreme offers cutting-edge protection in a wide range of applications and environments. Weighing 3 ounces, GasAlert Extreme detects H2S, SO2, CI2, CO, HCN, NO2, O2, NH3, PH3, ETO, NO, CIO2 or O3. Compact and durable with a built-in...

Freedom Series[TM] caps.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... MSA's V-Card[R] Freedom Series[TM] Caps let workers express their patriotism with what they wear. The bright designs are exceptionally attractive, with a superior shiny finish that gives them a very classy look. Five styles are now available:...

Harness.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... DBI/SALA's ExoFit[TM] XP Harness improves comfort, performance and safety and includes these five industry-first features: State-of-the-art 3-D mesh padding keeps you cool and comfortable; removable back and leg pads allow for cleaning and...

Cleanroom glove.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 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...

Training solutions.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... CoreMedia Training Solutions is a leader in safety culture development. Founded in 1983, CoreMedia helps companies create sustainable safety improvement processes using a proven set of tools to impact company-wide perceptions, attitudes and...

PlugStation[R].(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 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...

Where safety meets style[TM].(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... Since 1944, Gateway Safety, Inc. has made it its mission to help improve personal protective equipment compliance. Today, they design and manufacture cost-effective, dependable eye, hearing and head and face protection products that workers...

Protective clothing.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... MicroMAX[R] NS is the newest member of the protective clothing family from Lakeland Industries. This line of general purpose protective clothing can be used in any non-hazardous environment where dirt, grime, splashes and spills are present....

Bilingual THIS[R].(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard requires that employees be informed about the health hazards of chemicals in their workplace. THIS[R] (The Hazcom Identification System) uses easy-to-understand numerical ratings to indicate the hazards of...

Training resource center.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... Located at www.jjkeller.com/training, Keller's Training Resource Center[TM] places hundreds of ready-to-use training solutions in one convenient location. Here, users can also link to articles covering the latest training-related news and ideas...

SCBA wall case.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... Encon's WC series wall storage case is designed for use in harsh environments to store equipment in a ready-to-use state, despite ambient conditions. Our ABS structural foam wall cases come with host of standard features (positive seal gasket,...

Earplugs.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... The Peltor[R] Next[TM] line of earplugs is designed for today's younger workforce with bright colors, new shapes and easy-to-use features. The line consists of three new plugs: Nitro, No-Touch and Tri-Flange. The Nitro foam disposable plug...

Safety products.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... As one of the nation's leading distributors of Occupational Health and Safety Products and Disaster Preparedness Supplies, Fisher Safety carries over 64,000 products supplied by over 1,000 of the world's most respected safety products...

MMR air mask.(Exhibitor Spotlights)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2004... Based on MSA's highly successful MMR Xtreme[R] Air Mask, which sees duty in the harsh environment of firefighting, MSA's new Airhawk[TM] MMR Air Mask incorporates the latest technologies available for industrial, agricultural, wastewater,...