Pandemic Fact Sheet Covers Needs of Employees with Disabilities -- Occupational Health & Safety

Pandemic Fact Sheet Covers Needs of Employees with Disabilities

May 04, 2009

The Office of Disability Employment Policy's Job Accommodation Network (JAN) has released a fact sheet that provides information to help employers consider the needs of employees with disabilities during a pandemic flu outbreak.

The fact sheet, "Considering the Needs of Employees with Disabilities During a Pandemic Flu Outbreak," covers critical questions, telework, and general considerations, as well as offers links to valuable resources. The fact sheet is available in English and Spanish at http://www.jan.wvu.edu/new/index.htm.

Industrial Hygiene Product Showcase

Certified Class 2 Div 2 Vacuums

Nilfisk delivers a full line of industrial vacuums designed to meet NFPA 652 housekeeping requirements for collecting combustible dust in Class I, Group D and Class II, Groups E, F & G or non-classified environments. Our pneumatic vacuums also meet the requirements for safe use in hazardous environments. Nilfisk advanced filtration technology safely captures combustible materials dispersed in your plant - everything from fuels, solvents and metal dust to flour, sugar and pharmaceutical powders. 3
New Enhanced Sound Level Meter!

Casella Launches Its Enhanced 620 Sound Level Meter to Protect Workers from Noise-induced Hearing Loss. The new device offers significant upgrades such as time history profiling, voice notes and GPS. The new device offers significant upgrades over its predecessor, providing users with a greater understanding of noise in the workplace and easier, faster ways to record measurement data. 3
BAND V2

SlateSafety’s BAND V2 is the most rugged, easy-to-use connected safety wearable to help prevent heat stress incidents in the workplace. No additional hardware is needed to monitor large teams performing tough jobs across vast worksites. This physiological monitor worn on the upper-arm measures biometric data and sends real-time safety alerts when customized thresholds are met. BAND V2 includes a wide range of functionality such as worker physiological monitoring, real-time location status, automated work/rest cycles and more. Organizations can keep larger workforces safe with real-time, secure and transparent data. Stop by booth #408 at AIHce for a live demonstration! 3