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SAIF's Farm Safety Seminars Under Way

The series began Oct. 31 and will continue into March 2018, visiting 16 Oregon cities in that period.

OSHA Cites Mississippi Company, Issues $220,544 in Penalties

The company was cited for two willful, seven serious, and five other-than-serious violations, according to the agency's news release.

Agencies Fund Projects to Fight Infectious Diseases

The 2017 awards fund projects that "range in scope from meters to the entire globe and time scales from weeks to millennia," said Sam Scheiner, an EEID program officer in the NSF directorate. "This broad approach to attacking problems in infectious disease ecology and evolution will provide the basic knowledge that we will need when the next Ebola virus or Zika virus outbreak happens."



20 Nonprofits Get MIOSHA Grants

"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."

NWS to Issue Snow Squall Warnings This Winter

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.

Ohio Agency Asks Residents to Be Cautious on Outdoor Debris Burning

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.

After clearing up the snow, make sure to check regularly on high risk areas to ensure there is no ice. Arguably, it may be more cost-efficient to invest a little more in maintenance than to have to manage a lawsuit.

NYC Agency Helps Residents Prepare for Winter Weather

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.

CPSC Announces Recall of 37 Million Kidde Fire Extinguishers

The recall involves both plastic handle and push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers.

Pennsylvania Creates Home Care Apprenticeship Program

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 Considers Revoking Soy Protein Health Claim

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.

FEMA Offering Disaster Mitigation Advice in Florida

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.

Canada Marks 2017 Patient Safety Week

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.

Lumber Mill Fined After Fatal Fall

"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.

Bigger OCCC May Be Coming

Executive Director Kathie Canning reportedly plans to propose a $500 million expansion of the facility and says it could attract 25 new events, bringing in an additional 250,000 people, if the expansion is done.

Ice and snow buildup in parking lots and on walkways can be hazardous to employees, delivery people, and guests.

Prepare Now to Eliminate Fall Hazards This Winter

People living in cold-weather climates can take winter hazards for granted, but this can make it easier to overlook or dismiss hazards that can be easily eliminated before the temperature drops.

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