Risk Management


2010 Review Shows EU Runway Incursions Climbing

The report says better reporting by member states and a change in ICAO's definition of runway incursion caused the a 25 percent increase in major incursions, according to preliminary 2010 data.

FDA, Federal Partners Develop Tools for Food-Emergency Readiness

The tools are designed to help food and agriculture stakeholders and emergency preparedness planners collaborate better with each other, neighboring jurisdictions, the food industry, and federal agencies during food emergencies.

EU Firms Get Chemical Safety Assist

The European Chemical Industry Council, cefic, recently released its first Responsible Care toolkit to help small and medium-size businesses with EHS issues, accident prevention, and reporting.

Travelers CEO: Spring Storm Losses Exceeded Katrina's

The Travelers Companies Inc., one of the largest property casualty companies in the United States, posted $1.09 billion in after-tax catastrophe losses in second-quarter results released July 21.

Gas-Fired Utility Plant Becomes Star Site

OSHA announced the Liberty Electric Power Plant in Eddystone, Pa., had achieved this elite status in its VPP programs.

New Leader, Site for Korea's OSHA

Baek Hun Ki, who previously chaired a national federation of labor unions, became president of the Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency on July 15.

Highway Worker's Death Leads to $22,000 Fine for WSDOT

A WSDOT worker was responding to a report of a tree that had fallen on communication lines along Highway 203 near Carnation, Wash. While setting up highway cones to divert traffic, he was struck by a second tree that fell.

NIOSH Highlights Rising Sharps Injuries

The latest posted data from the Exposure Prevention Information Network (EPINet™) is from 2007 reports, which showed the injury rates rose for teaching but not nonteaching facilities.



FDA Approves Vaccines for 2011-2012 Flu Season

The vaccine formulation protects against the three virus strains that surveillance indicates will be most common during the upcoming season and includes the same virus strains used for the 2010-2011 influenza season.

Grain Bin Maker Fined $142,400 for Plethora of Serious Safety Violations

The company was cited for one willful, one repeat, 20 serious, and one-other-than serious violation, following a combined safety and health inspection at the company's facility.

Leading UK Retailer Convicted in Asbestos Case

Marks and Spencer plc will be sentenced Sept. 26 after being found guilty along with contractors of violating asbestos control regulations during reconstruction work.

Prescription drug abuse is the fastest-growing U.S. drug problem, according to the introduction.

Rx Abuse, Drugged Driving Top 2011 Control Priorities

They are two of the policy priorities identified in the administration's new strategy unveiled July 11. It warns that drug-induced deaths now exceed motor vehicle crash-related fatalities in 17 states and Washington, D.C.

Data Sharing Behind DOL App Development Contests

Two contests with a total of $70,000 in prizes available were announced July 14. One is for apps to increase the public's awareness of data from OSHA and the Wage and Hour Division.

"The number of drugs in short supply is increasing at an alarming rate," American Hospital Association President and CEO Rich Umbdenstock said.

Most Hospitals Battling Drug Shortages: AHA

Most executives at 820 community hospitals said in a survey released July 12 that they are delaying treatment and experiencing higher costs because of the shortages.

National Flood Insurance Program Reform Advances

The House bill's author said its passage July 12 on a 406-22 vote "reflects our collaborative approach" in crafting the legislation, which would phase out taxpayer-subsidized rates.

Illinois Grocer Busted for Process Safety Management Violations

OSHA has cited the company for 13 safety violations with $75,000 in proposed penalties.

CDC Releases Infection Prevention Guide to Promote Safe Outpatient Care

The guide states that all outpatient practices should ensure that at least one individual with specific training in infection control is on staff or regularly available. This individual should be involved in developing a written infection control policy and have regular communication with health care providers to address specific issues or concerns.

Rebuttal: Textile Group Says Shop Rag Study Launders Results

TRSA contends the science behind research results released this week is insufficient and mainly a transparent effort to push disposable paper industrial wipers as substitutes for reusable cloth shop towels.

Mine Rib Control in MSHA's Sights

The agency announced this is the focus of this year's Preventive Roof/Rib Outreach Program, PROP, because three rib fall deaths and three roof fall deaths occurred in 2010.

This Macarthur Coal photo shows work at its Coppabella Mine. Macarthur, based in Brisbane, announced July 11 that Peabody Energy and ArcelorMittal S.A. have submitted a takeover bid for a controlling interest in Macarthur.

Australia Updating Mine Safety Regs

The mining sector is a high-risk industry responsible for 2 percent of all serious worker's compensation claims and some of the highest injury and fatality rates nationwide.

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