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For Phase I, Omron STI delivered safety products for three robotic weld cells, eight single-robot work cells, and a robotic assembly line that included seven robots, a conveyor system, and an automatic guided vehicle.

Bright Outlook for Alabama Robotics Technology Park

A training facility for some of the 21st Century economy's workers, the park will include robotics safety training using equipment provided by Omron Scientific Technologies, Inc.

New FAA Rule Requires Crew Resource Management Training for Charter Airlines

Air carriers affected by the final rule must establish initial and recurrent CRM training for crewmembers within two years of the effective date of the rule.

NIOSH in New Retail Safety Partnership

The safety and health issues of this large workforce are the focus of its work with the Retail Industry Leaders Association.

OSHA Files $45,000 in Penalties in Horsehead Corp. Explosion

In all, the company was cited for eight serious violations and one other-than-serious violation following the July 2010 explosion that caused two deaths.

Scaffolding Violations Lead to Florida Stucco Contractor's $41,200 Fine

"The dangers of scaffolding can be controlled by adhering to OSHA standards, but this company continues to expose its workers to unnecessary hazards," said Darlene Fossum, OSHA area director in Fort Lauderdale.

Covering cargo trailers and rail cars, the training will include ammonia properties and emergency response and first aid for releases.

Nationwide Anhydrous Ammonia Training Tour Starts Feb. 15

Several organizations are working with TRANSCAER, the voluntary national program helping responders and communities prepare for hazmat transportation incidents, as it begins a yearlong training effort in Stockton, Calif.

MSHA, Partner Bring Training Toolbox to Aggregates Industry

Bidding to help more than 9,600 sand, gravel, and crushed stone mines in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, “Safety Pro in a Box” includes modules on various hazards.

2011 Oregon GOSH Conference Coming to Portland

“This is a unique opportunity to hear from small business leaders on how to achieve management commitment and employee participation in safety and health,” said Michael Wood, Oregon OSHA administrator.



The project came about in 2008, when NEMSMA identified EMS leadership and management as a "collective blind spot" for the industry.

EMS Association Moving Forward with Competency Agenda

Skip Kirkwood, 2011-12 president of the National EMS Management Association (NEMSMA), said the development of competency models for three levels of EMS officers is well under way.

Meat Processing Plant Fined $212,000 for Lockout/Tagout, Repeat Violations

Bridgford Foods' Chicago facility has been inspected by OSHA three times since November 2007, resulting in 29 health and safety citations.

Offshore turbines, such as this Vestas turbine off the coast of Wales, are gaining popularity. Eight companies recently submitted bids to place turbines in Atlantic Ocean waters off the Maryland coast.

Wind Energy Basic Safety Training Course Nears Completion

Some of the wind energy industry's largest competitors teamed to create the modules, which recently were tested, the Danish company Vestas Wind Systems A/S announced.

Michigan Hazmat Team Awarded NFPA Educational Grant

Applications for the 2012 grant must be submitted by Sept. 15, 2011.

Chinese Experts Dig Into Coal Mine Safety Solutions at NYU

Fifteen Chinese scientists and engineers will enter a pilot program at the Polytechnic Institute of New York University this month.

AHA: CPR Training Should be High School Graduation Requirement

CPR training in schools should cover several key areas, including how to recognize an emergency, an emphasis on high-quality chest compressions and skills practice, according to the advisory.

OSHA Issues $229,000 in Fines in Double Fatality

The two victims were welding to repair a leaking tank last July when it exploded, according to OSHA.

2011 Miss America contestant Loren Vaillancourt, Miss South Dakota

DOT Secretary, State Farm Pulling for Miss South Dakota

Secretary Ray LaHood supports contestant Loren Vaillancourt's efforts to educate young drivers about the dangers of distractions as they drive, and he's asking Americans who are inspired by her message to vote for her video before voting closes Thursday. State Farm's Teen Driver Safety Facebook is featuring her video and posts.

FDA Launches New Web Resource for Regulated Industries

Part of the agency’s ongoing transparency initiative, the site is one of the 19 action items contained in a 46-page report titled “FDA Transparency Initiative: Improving Transparency to Regulated Industry.”

Southeast Electrical Safety Stand Down Set for Jan. 11

This one is focused on slips, trips, and falls and is sponsored by OSHA, the Southeastern Line Constructors Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association, Southeastern Line Constructors Apprenticeship and Training, and districts 5 and 10 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

"Workers showed a significant increase in their self-reported heat illness prevention behaviors after exposure to the campaign," according to the executive summary.

Report Finds Heat Illness Campaign Succeeded

The Cal/OSHA campaign during summer 2010 reached out to low-wage, non-English-speaking outdoor workers in the state's hottest regions through media coverage, billboards, posters, ads on lunch trucks and vans, and radio ads.

Manual Handling Risks Grab Irish Authority's Attention

A new guidance document published by the Health and Safety Authority recommends ways to prevent back injuries and strains caused by handling heavy loads or lifting loads to an unsafe height.

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