Risk Management


AOHP to Add Sharps Safety Statement to Strategic Plan

The association's executive board will take this action during the 2012 national conference in October.

Maryland Hospitals Offer HCV Testing to Exposed Patients

The number of people potentially exposed to hepatitis C by an infected contract worker is expanding.

Mapping Tool Expanded to Include Arctic Waters

Used by emergency responders during the Gulf of Mexico oil spill response, ERMA provides "full situational awareness," BSEE Director James Watson said.

OR-OSHA Adopting HCS 2012 in September

The agency will take comments until Sept. 12.

Nine MSHA Standards Given Extra Emphasis

A final rule that took effect Aug. 6 requires mine operators to correct hazardous conditions and violations of the nine, which address the highest-risk hazards facing miners.

Online Prescription Monitoring Program Launched in Texas

The state Department of Public Safety announced the initiative Aug. 2.

Lloyd's Unit Offers D&O Policy for Emerging Global Risks

The Lloyd's-based insurance group Navigators Syndicate is writing the new directors and officers product to cover civil fines and penalties assessed under sections of Sarbanes Oxley, Dodd-Frank, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

IAEA Adds Mobile Website for Nuclear Information System

The International Nuclear Information System, INIS, hosts one of the world’s largest collections of published information about peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology.



Seattle Tunnel Construction in High Gear

The SR 99 tunnel is moving a portion of the north-south state highway underground. A tunnel launch pit that is 400 feet long and 80 feet deep has been built.

CDC Tracking Swine Flu Cases in Several States

On Aug. 3, the agency reported 12 new cases in Hawaii, Ohio, and Indiana.

Australian Report Confirms Higher Injury Rates for Temp Workers

Safe Work Australia funded the research and released the report July 30.

Five Years After Collapse, MnDOT, NTSB See Progress

An Interstate 35W bridge fell into the Mississippi River on Aug. 1, 2007, killing 13 people and injuring 145 others. Building and inspection of bridges have improved since then, Minnesota’s transportation commissioner says.

Sears Recalls 795,000 Dehumidifiers for Fire Risk

Made by LG Electronics (Tianjin) Appliance Co., Ltd., of Tianjin, China, the units can overheat, smoke, melt, and catch on fire, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Slight Drop in Comp Benefits Paid in 2010

The National Academy of Social Insurance reported it resulted mainly from a 2.1 percent drop in medical benefits for injured workers.

OSHA Tools Cover Fluorescent Bulbs' Mercury Hazards

The agency says the information will benefit workers engaged in crushing and recycling fluorescent bulbs.

How Can We Prevent TWD?

Criminal convictions and incarceration will send a more powerful message, if the young drivers are listening.

The National Roadside Survey of 2007 was a national field survey of alcohol- and drug-involved driving conducted among nighttime weekend drivers and daytime Friday drivers.

Taking Aim at Drugged Driving

Distracted driving has dominated the headlines, but two federal agencies are cooperating to combat another safety hazard: drugged driving.

What's New with Arc Flash Standards

One example: Employees will be required to be retrained at intervals not to exceed three years.

Dexterity, performance, fit, durability, comfort, weight, style -- all of these factors must be taken into consideration when manufacturing or purchasing gloves. (Waubridge Specialty Fabrics photo)

New Wrinkles in Hand Protection

Glove manufacturers are addressing the need for gloves affording higher dexterity.

Openings should be large enough to allow unobstructed access by people, including rescuers wearing PPE. (Summit Training Source, Inc. photo)

Farming Should Yield Life, Not Take It Away

Confined space training for farms is essential.

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