January 2010 Blog Posts (24)
Do You Know What to do in an Emergency?
DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY?
How many of us are really prepared for a true emergency, whether at work or home? Accidents happen quickly, and must be addressed as soon as possible. If you witness a traffic accident, what would be the first thing you would do? The sensible thing would be to call 911 first and then try to help if at all possible. The best advice for you to follow when a co-worker, family member, or any other person is injured is to stay calm and evaluate the… Continue
How many of us are really prepared for a true emergency, whether at work or home? Accidents happen quickly, and must be addressed as soon as possible. If you witness a traffic accident, what would be the first thing you would do? The sensible thing would be to call 911 first and then try to help if at all possible. The best advice for you to follow when a co-worker, family member, or any other person is injured is to stay calm and evaluate the… Continue
Added by Pat Brownlee on January 31, 2010 at 2:07pm — No Comments
Im Baaaack!
Well after some soul searching and a lot of luck I found a new place to continue my career. After deciding to scrap renewing my contract for GE Wind I decided to spend my savings hanging out and vacationing for almost four months. Just when I thought the job search was hopless I recieved a call for an interview on a resume I tossed out there back in March of 2009. I beat out 2500 other safety pros for the job and landed back in Phoenix my serogate home town. Im working for a construction… Continue
Added by Jon Cordoba on January 29, 2010 at 4:20pm — No Comments
Safely walking on Snow and Ice
Walking Safely on Snow and Ice
Walking to and from parking lots or between buildings at work during the winter requires special attention to avoid slipping and falling. Slips and falls are some of the most frequent types of injuries that the Safety Department sees — especially during the winter months.
No matter how well the snow and ice is removed from parking lots or sidewalks, pedestrians will still encounter some slippery surfaces when walking outdoors in the winter.… Continue
Walking to and from parking lots or between buildings at work during the winter requires special attention to avoid slipping and falling. Slips and falls are some of the most frequent types of injuries that the Safety Department sees — especially during the winter months.
No matter how well the snow and ice is removed from parking lots or sidewalks, pedestrians will still encounter some slippery surfaces when walking outdoors in the winter.… Continue
Added by Ken Oswald on January 29, 2010 at 11:01am — 2 Comments
Eight Days to Shake the Safety World
Eight Days to Shake the Safety World
By Jerry Laws
AIHA's Feb. 2 town hall meeting is a chance for its members to be heard collectively at the Feb. 10 "OSHA Listens" meeting in Washington, D.C. President Obama did not mention workers' safety in his SOTU speech, but it isn't too late to change the political tug of war as he urged.…
ContinueAdded by Jerry Laws on January 28, 2010 at 10:18am — No Comments
Monthly chat?
Can anyone tell me if the monthly chat session is still on? I haven't seen a reminder about the chat session and would like to participate when I can. Thanks!
Linda L
Safety Geek
Linda L
Safety Geek
Added by Linda Lorenzen-Safety Geek on January 28, 2010 at 9:59am — 1 Comment
Ansell joins global humanitarian effort with shipments of Medical and Occupational gloves to Haiti
Hand protection products help keep relief workers safe
RED BANK, NJ - As aid pours into Haiti for victims injured and displaced by the recent earthquakes, the massive cleanup is just beginning. Ansell is assisting with the relief effort by shipping gloves for medical workers and work crews involved in the search for victims and removal of debris.
Earlier this month, Ansell shipped exam gloves to Haiti, working with Direct Relief International (… Continue
RED BANK, NJ - As aid pours into Haiti for victims injured and displaced by the recent earthquakes, the massive cleanup is just beginning. Ansell is assisting with the relief effort by shipping gloves for medical workers and work crews involved in the search for victims and removal of debris.
Earlier this month, Ansell shipped exam gloves to Haiti, working with Direct Relief International (… Continue
Added by Safety Community on January 27, 2010 at 5:33pm — No Comments
Cell Phone Link to Tumors Reexamined
Cell Phone Link to Tumors Reexamined
By Ronnie Rittenberry
The study does not say how many of the world's 3 billion cell phone users have their phones virtually affixed to their heads all day, but that would seem to be an important factor to throw in the statistical mix.…
ContinueAdded by Jerry Laws on January 26, 2010 at 9:31am — No Comments
Dont neglect Cuts
Infection is often called 'Blood Poisoning'. It might be of interest to know exactly what is meant by 'Blood Poisoning'. The term itself indicates that it is a poisoning directly related to blood.
There are two ways in which a poison can attack our bodies. It may be taken in through the mouth and enter the body by way of the digestive organs, or it may enter directly into the blood stream through an abrasion or cut in the skin. In any event, every poison eventually works through the blood… Continue
There are two ways in which a poison can attack our bodies. It may be taken in through the mouth and enter the body by way of the digestive organs, or it may enter directly into the blood stream through an abrasion or cut in the skin. In any event, every poison eventually works through the blood… Continue
Added by Vipin Pathak on January 22, 2010 at 11:52pm — No Comments
The WOW! Factor- Stop saying "What and Start saying WOW."
I want to share some incomplete information with those of you (like me) , that continually miss very important sounds, conversation on TV & live conversation, because of the cost involved. I
scheduled a (NEW) appointment with a local audiologist; to try out a new hearing device. New Technology! They advertise 100% Invisible, Extended wear - can be worn 24/7, no battery required, superior comfort & safety. The device is called WOW! I read about this device @… Continue
scheduled a (NEW) appointment with a local audiologist; to try out a new hearing device. New Technology! They advertise 100% Invisible, Extended wear - can be worn 24/7, no battery required, superior comfort & safety. The device is called WOW! I read about this device @… Continue
Added by STEPHEN D. AMBERS, RSO on January 22, 2010 at 12:21pm — No Comments
Aporkalypse Now
Aporkalypse Now
By Safety Cat
You bipeds have spoken and have chosen the delicious-sounding pandemic as the health and safety story of the year. Safety Cat is pleased.
In a very accurate and scientific poll conducted by human editor, Jerry Laws, 56 percent of human readers chose H1N1 as the biggest safety and health story of the year [ no word yet on how four-legged readers voted, but Safety Cat…
ContinueAdded by Jerry Laws on January 22, 2010 at 10:01am — No Comments
Metal Working Fluids and Bacteria
So I"m checking the water fountains in our shop for bacteria. I used a dip slide that incubates in 24 hours to see if they need to be disinfected.
There are two fountains and I had three slides in my pocket so I dipped one in the band saw cutting lubricant. A white water based metal working fluid (MWF).
I had just finished a safety course on MWF's and became aware that bacteria can grow in it. (I really coud not believe bacteria would be able to survive in the… Continue
There are two fountains and I had three slides in my pocket so I dipped one in the band saw cutting lubricant. A white water based metal working fluid (MWF).
I had just finished a safety course on MWF's and became aware that bacteria can grow in it. (I really coud not believe bacteria would be able to survive in the… Continue
Added by Troy Taylor on January 21, 2010 at 2:28pm — 1 Comment
Thought Provoking Articles
Just published: the latest issue of “H-E-A-R Say”, the vPSI Group newsletter.
It can be downloaded from:
http://www.vpsigroup.com/Newsletters.html
Articles in this issue include:
• Shovel Ready: Examining the use and misuse of the phrase “Lost Time”
• Five Activities Disguised as Corrective Actions
• Breaking Bad News
We hope you find our newsletter informative and useful. If… Continue
It can be downloaded from:
http://www.vpsigroup.com/Newsletters.html
Articles in this issue include:
• Shovel Ready: Examining the use and misuse of the phrase “Lost Time”
• Five Activities Disguised as Corrective Actions
• Breaking Bad News
We hope you find our newsletter informative and useful. If… Continue
Added by Norman Ritchie on January 20, 2010 at 1:12pm — No Comments
Working on Screen: Too Much Fiction or Too Much Fact?
Working on Screen: Too Much Fiction or Too Much Fact?
By Jerry Laws
Having seen both "Avatar" and "Up in the Air," I associate "Air" much more than "Avatar" with workers and workplaces as I experience them. If you haven't seen it, actors George Clooney and Anna Kendrick are consultants who fly from city to city to inform white-collar workers they've been fired. What we learn at the end of the movie is that most of these…
ContinueAdded by Jerry Laws on January 20, 2010 at 10:48am — No Comments
Fire in mumbai
A major fire broke out in a Goldmohur Mill at Dadar in Central Mumbai on Wednesday On 20th January 2010 at about 1.15pm.
Twelve fire engines and five tankers have been sent to douse the fire.
Jayesh Vora, a garment company worker near the lane from Goldmohur mills said, “We heard four blasts similar to cylinder bursts after which the fire broke out.”
According to an National Textile Corporation official, “Only certain parts of the mill were functional. It was… Continue
Twelve fire engines and five tankers have been sent to douse the fire.
Jayesh Vora, a garment company worker near the lane from Goldmohur mills said, “We heard four blasts similar to cylinder bursts after which the fire broke out.”
According to an National Textile Corporation official, “Only certain parts of the mill were functional. It was… Continue
Added by Vipin Pathak on January 20, 2010 at 6:47am — No Comments
Laboratory Explosions at Educational Institutions
I'm a bit puzzled where the reporter mentioned that the investigations supervisor from the CSB said, "Although the board does not have evidence suggesting these types of accidents are on the rise, he said another reason for the investigation is to gather information about whether a trend exists.
In contrast, while researching combustible dust incidents over the past two… Continue
In contrast, while researching combustible dust incidents over the past two… Continue
Added by John Astad on January 20, 2010 at 3:00am — No Comments
Earthquake Safety Tips
Due to recent events in Haiti with the terrible earthquake and disaster. It is important to know that it could happen in any area or if traveling to areas with potential for earthquakes. Would you know what to do if there is an earthquake? Would you be prepared? Here are a few earthquake terms and safety tips to help you increase your awareness should you ever be in this situation.
Know Your Earthquake Terms
Familiarize yourself with these terms to help identify an earthquake… Continue
Know Your Earthquake Terms
Familiarize yourself with these terms to help identify an earthquake… Continue
Added by Ken Oswald on January 19, 2010 at 9:30am — No Comments
Jobs in the east Texas Area?
I just got out of school and I am trying to find a job in the safety industry in the east texas area or in the Shreveport, LA area does anyone know of anything.
Added by Kenny Burns on January 18, 2010 at 3:10pm — 4 Comments
No Contest: NIOSH's Twitter Page is Best Site Going
No Contest: NIOSH's Twitter Page is Best Site Going
By Jerry Laws
I used to say OSHA had the most useful, most popular safety Web site in the United States. I stand corrected.
Added by Jerry Laws on January 18, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments
(XXX-Cell-Phone) I Don't Answer Cell Phone Calls or Text Messages When I'm Driving!
I recently purchased the BlackBerry - Storm II - Smart Phone. After learning about Distracted Driving from Jay Anderson, Executive Director of Stay Alive....Just Drive, I began to teach the City of Fort Myers employees about Distracted Driving and the possible consequences.
During one of the training sessions, someone asked me if I have ever talked on the cell phone while driving. I said, of course I have, but I usually pull over in a safe spot and continue the conversation. It was… Continue
During one of the training sessions, someone asked me if I have ever talked on the cell phone while driving. I said, of course I have, but I usually pull over in a safe spot and continue the conversation. It was… Continue
Added by STEPHEN D. AMBERS, RSO on January 15, 2010 at 3:33pm — 1 Comment
Manufacturing Sector is Not General Industry
The absurdity of including the manufacturing sector in the OSHA General Industry Standards really hit home the other day while working the graveyard shift at the refinery. A co-worker and I were having a discussion concerning the Sub Parts of the General Industry Standards in which housekeeping, hazardous communication, ventilation, and PPE have the same… Continue
Added by John Astad on January 14, 2010 at 9:56am — 6 Comments
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Over the years I have come up with several of my own safety and leadership quotations that I have used in either in conferences, meetings or training sessions. Sometimes you can say just a few words and the message sticks with people for the rest of their lives. I have put below a few of my favourites that I have had success with when trying to make people accept their responsibilities and actual become actual leaders. …See More
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Over the years I have come up with several of my own safety and leadership quotations that I have used in either in conferences, meetings or training sessions. Sometimes you can say just a few words and the message sticks with people for the rest of their lives. I have put below a few of my favourites that I have…See More
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