OSHA Issues Flu Directive for Healthcare Workers

HeidiTFM — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:20:37 +0000

In response to complaints, OSHA inspectors will ensure that healthcare employers implement a hierarchy of controls and encourage vaccination and other work practices recommended by the CDC.

by HeidiTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Enhanced Performance Roof Hatch From Bilco

AnneTFM — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:21:06 +0000

The thermally enhanced hatch is designed with a fully insulated cover and curb.

by AnneTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Ladder Stabilizers By Stablebase USA

AnneTFM — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:47:47 +0000

The company’s line of ladder products include an Extension Ladder Stabilizer, a Step Ladder Stabilizer, and a Staging Stabilizer.

by AnneTFM

Protecting Elderly Populations In A Fire

AnneTFM — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:15:51 +0000

In a recent nationwide survey conducted by the Society for Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), Americans correctly identified adults age 65 and older as the most at-risk group.

by AnneTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Blue Diamond Backlit Wall Switch

AnneTFM — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:59:53 +0000

Larco’s Blue Diamond Backlit Wall Switch is suitable for automatic indoor and outdoor entryway applications.

by AnneTFM

Roofs And Winter Weather

AnneTFM — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:09:42 +0000

The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) offers guidance on how businesses can protect their property from winter weather-related perils, such as roof collapse due to heavy snow loads.

by AnneTFM

Repurposed Drinking Fountains

AnneTFM — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:51:43 +0000

At an Ontario hospital, decommissioned drinking fountains were converted into hand washing units as an infection control measure.

by AnneTFM

NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Seismic Assessment From VFA, Inc.

AnneTFM — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:08:51 +0000

This service helps organizations identify their risk of damage from earthquake activity using an industry-accepted methodology.

by AnneTFM

FRIDAY FUNNY: Rooftops Are No Place For Blowup Dolls

HeidiTFM — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:04:37 +0000

In Houston, TX, the public will no longer be subjected to inflatable marketing devices. This comes after a recent incident on a shopping center rooftop, when an out-of-control blowup gorilla deflated and caused a fire.

by HeidiTFM

Two School Districts Win Safety Device

AnneTFM — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:50:54 +0000

Through its Traffic Safety Grant awards, All Traffic Solutions is providing radar speed display systems to two facilities.

by AnneTFM

Free Guide: Steel Buildings And Earthquakes

AnneTFM — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:16:45 +0000

A new publication from the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) provides a broad understanding of earthquakes and how they affect buildings.

by AnneTFM

Friday Funny: Were The 1950s Really This Silly?

HeidiTFM — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:30:47 +0000

Enjoy this humorous retro look at dangers in the common workplace, courtesy of the Safetycare channel on YouTube.

by HeidiTFM

ASSE Offers Tips On Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls

HeidiTFM — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:25:16 +0000

With winter weather creating more possibilities for slippery surfaces, the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) offers tips on how to prevent slips, trips, and falls at work.

by HeidiTFM

ICC CEO Calls for Using Strong Codes in Haiti Recovery

HeidiTFM — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:58:08 +0000

“Use of building safety codes results in fewer injuries and lives lost,” affirms Richard P. Weiland, Chief Executive Officer of the International Code Council.

by HeidiTFM

ASSE Urges Hazardous Materials Communication Rule Completion

HeidiTFM — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:45:05 +0000

The Hazard Communication proposed rule seeks to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are evaluated and communicated to employers and employees. Modifying OSHA’s existing HCS could harmonize chemical hazard communications worldwide, help U.S. employers compete in the international marketplace, and increase work safety.

by HeidiTFM

DOL Unveils “Open Government” Efforts

HeidiTFM — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:05:55 +0000

The work is part of the Obama Administration’s continued commitment to improved accountability, transparency, and service to the American public.

by HeidiTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Knox-Vault 4100 Series

AnneTFM — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:48:26 +0000

This is the latest addition to the Knox Company’s line of Rapid Entry System products.

by AnneTFM

Software Update Needed for ZOLL AED Plus

HeidiTFM — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:22:44 +0000

The previous version of ZOLL AED Plus Self-Test Software did not adequately detect defective batteries, which could lead to a failure to deliver defibrillation shocks during treatment of sudden cardiac arrest.

by HeidiTFM

Hearing Protection Labeling

AnneTFM — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:26:33 +0000

The National Hearing Conservation Association recently submitted input to the EPA on pending legislation addressing the labeling of hearing protection devices.

by AnneTFM

NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Security Analysis By Andrews International

AnneTFM — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 17:29:40 +0000

This recently introduced analysis service is based on Andrews’ proprietary Security Effectiveness and Efficiency (SEE) methodology.

by AnneTFM

EPA Looks At Use Of Recycled Tires

AnneTFM — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:18:17 +0000

The Agency conducted a limited field monitoring study of artificial-turf playing fields and playgrounds constructed with recycled tire material, or “tire crumb.”

by AnneTFM

Gypsum Panels Demonstrate Mold Resistance

AnneTFM — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:28:38 +0000

Two products from Georgia-Pacific Gypsum recently passed the industry’s most stringent mold resistance test.

by AnneTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Series 700F Power Processor

AnneTFM — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:28:30 +0000

This equipment from Controlled Power guards against both high and low voltage conditions.

by AnneTFM

Winter Maintenance Can Be Eased With Heated Mats

AnneTFM — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 14:45:07 +0000

Walt Neilson, maintenance team leader at Mercy Hospital in Grayling, MI, discussed with TFM his department’s use of electric snow melting mats

by AnneTFM

Small Businesses Getting Down and Dirty

HeidiTFM — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:47:31 +0000

Despite recognizing “cleanliness and appearance” as having the greatest impact on customer first impressions, a significant number of small business owners have curtailed their cleaning processes.

by HeidiTFM