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DuPont Sponsoring Gallery at Law Enforcement Museum

The maker of Kevlar announced Oct. 18 that it will sponsor a changing exhibition gallery at the museum in the 400 block of E Street NW in Washington, D.C.

Noise Suppression Technologies, Inc. of Columbus, Ohio (www.noisesuppression.com) makes these Quilted Curtain Composites, which are used as enclosures to contain and absorb noise.

OSHA Shifts on Noise Exposure Standards

It is reversing the enforcement policy it has used since 1983, which allows most employers to use PPE and a hearing conservation program rather than engineering and administrative controls.

California Emphasis Program Confirms Refineries in Good Shape

An examination of 11 refineries by Cal/OSHA's Process Safety Management Unit found they are properly managing the risks that caused the April 2010 explosion at the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes, Wash., in which seven workers died.

Papers Due Nov. 1 for 2011 Hazmat Response Teams Conference

The deadline in IAFC's call for presentations is 11:59 p.m. EST on Nov. 1. The conference takes place May 18-22 in Baltimore.

New Products Steal the Show

At this year’s Congress & Expo in San Diego, companies put their newest products on display at eye-catching booths.

DOE Withholds $3 Million from Contractor for Safety Violations

The Oct. 7 letter from the Office of Health, Safety and Security's acting enforcement chief to Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC said SRNS "had extensive deficiencies" in hazard assessment and its electrical safety program.

Company Fined $188,500 for Exposing Workers to Lead, More

"Simsmetal East knowingly put its workers at risk by failing to protect them from overexposure to lead, which can cause brain damage, paralysis, kidney disease, and even death," said Kris Hoffman, director of OSHA's Parsippany Area Office in New Jersey.

OSHA Interpretations Flowing Again

The latest two are dated Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Both concern interpretations of construction standards.



MSHA's Fight with Massey Energy Continues

The federal agency issued 11 closure orders during a Sept. 28 surprise inspection at a West Virginia coal mine owned by the company. All 11 hazards have been abated.

Worker's Death at Paper Mill in Niagara Falls Leads to $75K in Fines

The worker was crushed when he became caught between a fixed metal barrier and a large paper roll that was moving on a conveyor. OSHA identified other hazardous conditions that were not related to the fatality; those resulted in two repeat and two serious citations.

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Honeywell Keeping Sperian a Separate Division

Mark Levy, president of the Honeywell Life Safety business, says the acquisition completed Sept. 15 positions its 17,000 worldwide employees well for a global market where safety standards are quickly rising.

A Whole New World

For nearly five years working at 1105 Media, my bread and butter was the security industry, but with my new promotion to Web managing editor comes new opportunities to learn a whole new market, namely occupational health and safety.

The second annual contest attracted a new high of 42 products in 17 award categories.

OH&S Salutes 2010 New Product of the Year Winners

Sixteen companies win top honors in the magazine's second annual contest, with trophies and ribbons handed out Tuesday at the National Safety Council Congress & Expo in San Diego.

Researchers Caution: Handle Snow Blowers with Care

As winter weather approaches, homeowners may prepare by dusting off the snow blower--and its safety manual. Clearing the driveway with a snow blower doesn't have to be a dangerous task. But, unclog a snow blower with your hand, instead of the chute-cleaning tool, and you risk broken bones or amputation.

Three Sponsors Supporting New Fire Research Lab

To be built at the famed Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, Mass., the facility is expected to house a variety of activities related to combustion and explosion, fire suppression, and materials.

Tying It All Together

Document your training efforts and log all attendance. It matters and shows your efforts to educate a constantly changing workforce.

The Value of Thermography Windows

Infrared imaging technology helps to improve electricians' on-the-job safety.

Noise-related Hearing Loss is Europe's Most Common Occupational Disease

In the study, published in Anales del Sistema Sanitario de Navarra, the team analyzed how various physical and chemical contaminants interact and the impact this had on the hearing of 558 metal workers.

Exhibitor Presentations to Highlight Product Innovations, Safety Strategies

The 2010 Congress & Expo’s live exhibitor presentations offer something for everyone. During the interactive 30-minute sessions, attendees will get an in-depth look at exhibitors’ products and services. Each presentation will take place on the expo floor at booth 1239.

NIOSH Announces Partnership on Nano Research

The agency and the National Science Foundation Center for High-rate Nanomanufacturing, a collaboration of the University of Massachusetts Lowell, Northeastern University, and the University of New Hampshire, will study occupational health and safety concerns related to the nanotechnology industry.

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