Training


Tour of Duty

The Chinese philosopher Confucius once said, “I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” This ancient proverb seems even more appropriate when dealing with safety and safety training. So many choices are available— including audio, video, written materials, and personal instruction. The Australia-born VoiceMap™ system created by behavioral scientist Maggie Haertsch, Ph.D., combines all of these elements into one to deliver a customized training program that not only instructs trainees, but also gets them actively involved in the lesson.

CSP® Examinations to Change in 2009

The new exam blueprints are the result of periodic studies of safety practice, or job analysis surveys, that identify what should be covered and how the content should be distributed, says BCSP.

OSHA, NIOSH, NHCA Ally Against Noise, Ototoxic Chemical Exposures

The partners want to tell young workers and small businesses about prevention and protective measures, such as this Howard Leight ear muff.

Snap-on Inc., College, State Team for Workforce Training

Kenosha's Gateway Technical College also will expand to add s diesel technician program.

$250,000 DOL Grant to Help Montana's Economy, Which is Doing Fine

A grant intended to help shift the regional economy to high-growth industries arrives as Gov. Brian Schweitzer, seen here, says the state's economy is better than ever.

Ansell Hosts Online Cut Protection Challenge

During the month of February, hand protection and safety apparel manufacturer Ansell Healthcare is hosting the "U Challenge," an online interactive cut protection selection game available to play for free at AnsellU.com. Safety industry professionals who register and play during this month are eligible to win a free Nintendo® Wii gaming system in March.

Mental Strategies for Soft-Tissue Safety

Do you believe a person's mind can make him sick? Or, on the flip side, the way we think can potentially boost our health?

Shermco Releases March Electrical Safety Class Schedule

Training on the 70E standard and an Arc Flash Seminar are included in the classes, which will be held in Irving, Texas.



CEO/President McMillan Retiring from National Safety Council

He's held top jobs with OSHA and MSHA, leaving NSC after more than 15 years in various posts.

DOE Aids Contractors with Drug Testing, Security Compliance

A series of forums will help them adhere to new requirements and assist the department in identifying any issue requiring resolution.

The Technologizing of EH&S

Increasingly, health & safety professionals find themselves the dubious owners of a variety of software tools and large-scale software systems. These tools and systems serve a variety of purposes, from assessment to measurement, to data management and analysis, to large-scale EH&S program automation and administration.

Eight New OSHA Training Centers Announced

With two renewals, the new centers expand training opportunities throughout the United States, according to the agency.

Virtual-World Emergency Training

In 2004, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, under presidential order, instituted the National Incident Management System. This nationwide initiative was targeted at getting federal, state, tribal, and local governments to work together to prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from domestic incidents, such as terrorist attacks or natural disasters.

DOL Proposes Rules to Update Apprenticeship System

The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced proposed rules to align the national apprenticeship system with a more flexible and user-friendly approach for apprentices and employers, necessary in the 21st century global economy..

General Electric Aviation Center: Injury-Free Four Years and Counting

The facility has 27 bays equipped with lifts, hoists, and tooling for major engine handling. Engines and thrust reversers are available for hands-on training.

DOT's Inspector General Auditing Controller Trainees' Failure Rate

The chairman of the U.S. House Subcommittee on Aviation asked for the audit, saying he is concerned about air traffic controller training and the high rate of failures.

House Override of Labor Appropriations Veto Falls Two Votes Short

The U.S. House of Representatives failed Thursday night to override President Bush's veto of the FY2008 appropriation bill for Labor, HHS, and Education. Congress appears ready tol adjourn for two weeks before trying to send an omnibus funding bill to Bush.

36 Million Lost Days Sour British Safety Leaders

No kidding around, they say, the volume of occupational illnesses and injuries must be reduced.

Hustle & Flow

Proactively managing stormwater runoff requires the right tools for handling flow, storage, and time

WHO Guide Steers Care for Advanced Cancer Patients

Seventy percent of cancer deaths occur in developing countries, the agency says.

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