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Beware of Fatigue, CHP Warns

"Fatigued drivers can be just as dangerous as an alcohol- or drug-impaired driver on our roadways," said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. "A lack of sleep will decrease a driver's awareness, slow reaction time, and impair judgment."

The aim of the audit is to assess FRA

Inspector General Auditing FRA's Railroad Bridge Safety Oversight

Complying with the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008, FRA issued a rule in 2010 that requires railroad track owners to implement bridge management programs and perform bridge inspections at least annually.

WHO: H5 Flu Viruses Most Obvious Health Threat

The agency posted an update titled "warning signals from the volatile world of influenza viruses." It said the world is better prepared for an influenza pandemic.

In hot environments, choosing garments with high THL performance is important for employees as well as management.

Maintaining Body Temperature in Extreme Conditions with FR Garments

By selecting FR garments with THL measures and layering in mind, safety managers can take steps to ensure employees will be able to maintain a safe and comfortable temperature in the workplace.

Two New MSHA Tools Added to Track Violations

Online improvements will help increase compliance with critical health and safety standards.

LOTO technology can create a safer workplace and make compliance more efficient.

Technology to the Rescue

LOTO technology can create a safer workplace and make compliance more efficient.

Lagging to Leading to Transformational Indicators: Measuring the Contribution of Value

At some point, how we do safety better is answered by removing effort that is no longer value-added, even though at one point in time, it might have been.

Photo 1. ISO 6530 test equipment with multiple layers of fabric clamped to "gutter." (Lakeland Industries photo)

Disposable Secondary FR Garments: What Really Matters When Selecting a Garment

Clearly, the addition of a flash fire or flame hazard to a scenario involving dry or liquid chemicals can significantly complicate protection.



Attentionally Avoiding Traps – and Trips

The takeaway is this is a combo skillset that is neither haphazard nor hereditary; attention control can definitely be improved with the right practices.

Workers prefer FR denim products.

The Evolution of FR Denim

Today's workers are looking for the fits, features, and finishes of retail-ready denim but with proven flame-resistant protection.

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