"We're pleased to award these grants to employer groups, labor organizations, and other non-profits that have demonstrated innovation and diversity in their training programs," MIOSHA Director Bart Pickelman said. "We appreciate the collaborative effort of these grantees and their mutual commitment toward preventing workplace injuries and illnesses."
The decision to use this warning was made because forecasters felt none of the warnings they have been using adequately warns people about this particular hazard.
The department said Ohioans are reminded to be aware of the state's outdoor burning regulations and take necessary precautions if they are planning to burn debris this fall. For example, if a fire does escape control, immediately contact the local fire department.
New York City's Office of Emergency Management posted winter weather advice to help the city's residents prepare for extreme cold, heavy snow, ice, sleet, and freezing rain and to stay safe throughout the season. The agency listed these steps to stay safe before, during, and after winter storms.
The recall involves both plastic handle and push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers.
Kathleen Kleinmann, CEO of TRPIL and a licensed home care provider, said the CNA apprentices "will gain invaluable hand-on training and the skills needed to provide quality community support services to consumers in a home care setting. This training will help our nurses to safely perform their job duties and provide people with disabilities with a vital service to help them transition from care facilities to living independently in their homes."
FDA has concluded the relationship between soy protein and heart disease does not meet the rigorous standard for an FDA-authorized health claim, said Dr. Susan Mayne, director of FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.
The information to be offered by disaster mitigation specialists is intended for everyone, according to the agency, which says they topics to be covered include flood insurance, elevating utilities, and rebuilding flooded homes.
The Canadian Patient Safety Institute is using the week to encourage patients to learn about key questions patients should all their health care providers about their medications.
"The investigation found that the employer knew that caution tape cannot be used in place of guardrails at a high elevation, but still regularly allowed it to happen. Additionally, the employer was required to provide workers with a fall protection system, such as a harness, lanyard and tie-off point, while working on the elevated platform without adequate guardrails, and when removing them," according to Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.