Nearly $9 million is going to 11 groups that will provide skills-based education in construction to at-risk young people in 10 states and Washington, D.C..
Heat stress can be a major concern in workplace environments, potentially causing irritability, low morale, absenteeism, shortcuts in procedures, and unsafe behavior. In extreme cases, heat stress, in the form of heat stroke, can be fatal. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics data for the years 2003-2005 indicate an average of 31 worker deaths annually from exposure to “environmental heat.”
San Antonio researchers who published their results in the journal Resuscitation recommend more frequent refresher training be provided.
The agency has issued more than 242 citations since the summer began, primarily for failing to have written heat illness prevention plans. During heat waves, special compliance teams are dispatched to outdoor work sites to ensure workers are being properly protected.
Each year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance recognizes the best roadside inspectors by inviting member jurisdictions from across North America to participate in the event, comprised of timed competitions in various categories.
Results from the one-day event will lead to a better understanding of how future research can encourage ongoing development of better-fitting respirators without compromising long-term protection, NIOSH said.
"Our big take-home message is, wear self-contained breathing apparatus during all phases of firefighting," said co-author Suzanne Snedeker. "Put on the gear before arriving at a fire and don't take it off until the operation or inspection is completed, even during fire inspections conducted days later when chemicals can still outgas from charred remains."
The ANSI Appeals Board Panel dismissed the appeal from the Construction Industry Employer Coalition, according to ASSE, the standard's secretariat.
The July 29 event in Denver will survey accomplishments under the National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA), which entered its second decade in 2006.
"We know that cocoa can be an engine for economic development in the rural tropics. However, innovative approaches are needed if this potential is to be fully realized,” said Sona Ebai, chief secretary director of the Cocoa Producers' Alliance.
The society currently has 92 active research projects, including ones focusing on hospital operating room air distribution and air quality on board commercial aircraft.
Featuring more than 30 teams from 14 states, as well as 11 teams representing seven countries, the event will put mine rescue teams' skills to the test.
Among the new requirements up for discussion, fumigant registrants will have to adopt more stringent worker protection measures and develop training for fumigation handlers and workers to enhance their knowledge and skills and to promote product stewardship.
An ANSI standard may be finalized by the end of this year, Connecticut's new penalties for drivers who injure workers take effect Oct. 1, and the Subpart K federal rule will take effect Dec. 1.
The 30-second public service announcement will be seen on well more than 60 screens averaging 370,000 monthly viewers from June 27 to July 24, according to the department.
An average of one death per week in the industry has the Health and Safety Executive focused on inadequate training and skills.
Changes include a revised point system, changes in credit by degree level and field, changes in credit for other qualifications, and a new minimum experience requirement.
The one-hour course covers the factors that affect the quality of indoor air as well as applicable standards and legislation.
“Experience shows that if Americans take steps ahead of time, they stand a much better chance of coming through an emergency unharmed and recovering more quickly,” said Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff.
The one-hour session will include a 30- to 40-minute presentation on ionization, photoelectric, and dual technology smoke alarms, along with an ask-the-experts segment.