News from the Safety Industry
WV Rescuers Searching for Men Inside Abandoned Mine
Published: Tuesday December 11th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
According to the state's Dec. 11 news releases, two four-man teams of rescuers were preparing to enter the mine. A rescue team earlier had exited the mine, citing dangerously low oxygen levels.
OSHA Proposes Revisions to General Industry Beryllium Standard
Published: Tuesday December 11th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The proposed changes would clarify the standard and simplify or improve standard compliance.
ASTM F45 Meeting This Week in France
Published: Tuesday December 11th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
ASTM Committee F45 on Driverless Automatic Guided Industrial Vehicles will hold its eighth bi-annual meeting Dec. 11-12 at Omron Electronics in Annecy-Argonay, France.
Worcester Fire Department Mourns Firefighter Lost in Five-Alarm Blaze
Published: Tuesday December 11th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Firefighter Christopher J. Roy, 36, died Dec. 9. Seven other career officers from the department have died in December fires in 2011 and 1999.
U.S. Department of Labor Proposes to Revise Beryllium Standard for General Industry
Published: Monday December 10th 2018
Source: OSHA News
December 10, 2018
Contact: Office of Communications
Phone: 202-693-1999
U.S. Department of Labor Cites South Florida Commercial Printer For Exposing Employees to Amputation, Electrical, and Fall Hazards
Published: Monday December 10th 2018
Source: OSHA News
December 10, 2018
BCSP Welcoming Three New Board Members in 2019
Published: Monday December 10th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
BCSP announced the results of its board of director elections and welcomes Bruce Lyon, CSP; Jay Harf, CSP; and Regina McMichael, CSP, CET, as they join the board in 2019.
Investments Announced in Canadian Institute's Expansion
Published: Monday December 10th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The NEOMED Institute is a non-profit organization located in Montreal. Its mission includes developing a business ecosystem and innovation networks in the greater Montreal area to boost the development and growth of life sciences and health technology businesses.
Officers Receive Lifesaving Award for Response to 2017 Terrorism Attack
Published: Monday December 10th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
"What started as a regular morning for commuters in New York City quickly turned into panic and chaos," said Green, who chairs the Police Officer of the Year Award Selection Committee. "These officers no doubt saved countless lives and prevented further injury thanks to their quick-thinking and selfless acts of bravery. Their actions during this attack epitomize what this award is all about."
NFPA, CPSC Issue Holiday Fire Safety Reminders
Published: Friday December 7th 2018
Source: OHS Online Magazine
According to the NFPA, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 800 home fires per year between 2012 and 2016 that started with decorations (excluding Christmas trees), and said fires caused an annual average of two civilian deaths, 34 civilian injuries, and $11 million in direct property damage.