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Report: UCLA fined for 2007 chem lab accident Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:51AMOfficials at the University of California, Los Angeles say they are reviewing why an accident in a campus chemistry lab that left a graduate student with serious burns in 2007 was not reported to state regulators, but deny that there are safety problems with the labs.
Report: UCLA fined for 2007 chem lab accident Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 12:54AMOfficials at the University of California, Los Angeles say they are reviewing why an accident in a campus chemistry lab that left a graduate student with serious burns in 2007 was not reported to state regulators, but deny that there are safety problems with... Los Angeles - University of California Los Angeles - Los Angeles Times - University of California - California
Serious lab accident at UCLA in 2007 was not reported Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 12:23AMA student was injured in an incident similar to one in 2008 that killed a research assistant. A year before a UCLA staff research assistant was fatally burned in a lab fire, a graduate student was seriously injured in a similar accident that university officials failed to report to state regulators, records released Friday show.
MSUB an official OSHA training center Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:15PMMontana State University Billings College of Technology now isan official training center for Occupational Safety and HealthAdministration programs for the state.
OSHA, Chesapeake investigate fatal fall in Towanda Township Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:03PMFollowing a fatal accident Thursday at one of its drilling sites in Towanda Township, Chesapeake Energy Corp. has shut down operations at the site and is actively investigating the cause of the employee's death, a Chesapeake official said Friday.OSHA on
Experts warn about changes to workers’ comp experience ratings Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 5:33PMNORTH BAY, CALIFORNIA – The impact of new changes to workers' compensation experience modification factors that went into effect in January are only now being realized and have the potential to significantly increase employers’ premiums on claims, insurers said last week.
State Animal Abuse Registry Considered Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 5:09PMIt has long been known that those convicted of violent crimes had violent pasts even into their childhoods including the torture and murder of animals for amusement. Murders and criminals convicted of abuse and violence had pasts of animal torture as children and teens.
UPDATE: Death at Natural Gas Drilling Site Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:53PMTowanda Township, (P.A.) - The accident is being investigated by both the company and federal officials.
Manufacturer says radiation dose from airport scanners minimal Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:31PMIn a recent article entitled Radiation risks: Are airport body scanners ‘a great public health experiment’?”, Leon Kaufman argues that the use of these scanners at airports exposes airline passengers to undetermined amounts of radiation without reason and with little knowledge of the consequences. I would like to address certain incorrect assertions in this article.
Fume Extraction Hood Solutions for Robotic and Hard Automation Systems Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 8:03AMLincoln Electric Automation has introduced fume extraction hood solutions for automated systems, including all Lincoln Electric Automation pre-engineered cells, from the compact eCell™ LR and to the customizable System 55.
Push Pull Environmental Systems Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 7:49AMMany manufacturers have gone to great lengths in recent years to develop work environments that help attract and retain superior employees. Everything from ergonomics to lighting has been upgraded to increase the effectiveness and productivity of production workers.
OSHA cites Harbeson poultry plant Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:33AMThe US Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited the Allen Family Foods Inc poultry processing facility in Harbeson for allegedly exposing workers to a variety of workplace safety hazards.
Chile's new gov't promises change, faces challenges Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:05PMThe government of new Chilean President Sebastian Pinera, which took office on Thursday, will have to first focus on the emergency created by the Feb. 27 8.8- magnitude earthquake, before fulfilling Pinera's campaigning promises of boosting efficiency and creating jobs. As if to underline the overwhelming importance of the emergency, a 7.2-magnitude aftershock struck at 11.41 a.m. local time ...
Avizent Unveils Newly Enhanced Loss Control Services, Continues Efforts To Help Employers Ensure Compliance And Reduce ... Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:04PMEmployers nationwide are recognizing that the federal government intends to expand and strengthen Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) authority, and ensure strict adherence to industry-specific guidelines
Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding Facilities Receive Award For Exemplary Workplace Health And Safety Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:04PMNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has received recognition from the U.S. government for excellence in workplace health and safety at several different locations
Watson Pharmaceuticals' TRELSTAR receives FDA approval for treatment of advanced prostate cancer Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:00PMWatson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of TRELSTAR® 22.5 mg (triptorelin pamoate for injectable suspension), a new twice-yearly formulation of TRELSTAR®, a proven, simple and effective palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer.
Maine pellet mill cited Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:56AMAUGUSTA, Maine — An Augusta pellet mill is facing $27,000 in fines for allegedly violating workplace safety standards.
Chipco LLC cited by OSHA Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:48AMZANESVILLE -- Chipco LLC, owned by Chip Smith, of Zanesville, has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Maine pellet mill cited Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:19AMAUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — An Augusta pellet mill is facing $27,000 in fines for allegedly violating workplace safety standards. The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued six citations against Geneva Wood Fuels after an explosion at the Strong plant in August of 2009.
The Refinishing Touch Expands Touch Textiles Brand With New All-Weather Upholstery Line Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:59AMThe Refinishing Touch, a specialist in on-site furniture refinishing, reupholstery and modification services, has expanded its Touch Textiles collection with a new line of weatherproof upholstery fabrics designed to withstand UV rays, sunlight and the effects of cleaning agents
Construction Firms Urged to attend OSHA training Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:38AMThe South Dakota State University Engineering Extension Office and the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota/Building Chapter are sponsoring a seminar called “OSHA’s Voluntary Compliance Safety and Health 10-Hour Course for Construction.” The course is specifically tailored for needs of both commercial and residential construction businesses in South Dakota.
Speaker wants managers to de-stress Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:33AMAuthor and singer/songwriter Richard Hawk will deliver the keynote address when the Fond du Lac Area Safety Council holds its seventh annual Safety Day on Wednesday, March 24.
Sports Briefs Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 3:17AMSEASON OVER FOR JONES? Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Jones of Chatham could be done for the season after suffering a knee injury in his home debut Friday. Jones has a second-degree tear in the MCL of his right knee and will miss about four weeks, according to the Edmonton Sun.[...]
Aberdeen: OSHA training set up Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 3:13AMA 10--hour OSHA training course for construction companies will be 7:30 a.m.--6 p.m. March 18 in Aberdeen at the Best Western Ramkota Hotel, 1400 Eighth Ave. N.W....
CoServ power line inspections may require landscaping clearance (PHOTOS) Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 1:04AMCoServ crews are in the process of inspecting power lines to assure they can be safely accessed, maintained and serviced. Some Frisco property owners may receive a notice that vegetation is getting in the way.
Celltrion develops novel human monoclonal antibodies against influenza virus infection Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:42AMCelltrion, Inc., a South Korean biopharmaceutical company, has developed novel human monoclonal antibodies against influenza virus infection, which neutralize a broad spectrum of influenza viruses, including pandemic H1N1 and the deadly H5N1 avian influenza virus. Preliminary tests in laboratory animals indicate that the novel human monoclonal antibodies can be used to prevent disease when given ...
State Investigates UConn Project Over Possible Asbestos Contamination Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:11AMThe state agency responsible for monitoring the safety of state employees on job sites opened an investigation Thursday into the improper handling of asbestos during renovations to the president's office at the University of Connecticut.
WEB FIRST: Connecticut Humane Society Fined By OSHA Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:50AMConnecticut's Humane Society has been fined by OSHA for numerous violations. Read the story HERE courtesy of columnist George Gombossy
Macks Creek Baptist gearing up for 100th anniversary Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:13AMMembers of the Macks Creek Baptist Church plan to move out of their 1950s-era brick building and into a new building that will house a sanctuary, church offices, ample classroom space, library, conference room and nursery, among others.
Victims in mill blast had no warning Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:32AMWESTON -- The Tomahawk-area paper mill where three workers died in a 2008 explosion had no idea the tank they were welding contained highly flammable hydrogen gas and did no air monitoring beforehand, the U.S. Chemical Safety Board said Thursday.
OSHA to hold safety conference at Hyundai Training Center Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:02AMThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration will hold a Central Alabama Construction Safety Conference at the Hyundai Training Center on March 25.
UpNorth Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:02AMArt Anderson Arts Center: 121 66th St., Kenosha. (262) 653-0481. New exhibit displaying a variety of artists on display through March 21. Kaleidoscope Gallery: 5615 7th Ave., Kenosha. (262) 654-0065. Annual 1st Love Art Show on display through March 21. Lemon Street Gallery: 4601 Sheridan Road, Kenosha. (262) 605-4745. Featured artists are Marilyn Sterling, Amy Maloney, and Suellyn Scoon through ...
Alliant Energy Power University Offering Electric Safety Training In Newton Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:25AMInterstate Power and Light Company (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, is organizing an electrical safety training course in Newton designed to inform and educate employees on safety rules, safety equipment requirements and prevention strategies
Food distributor facing $59G in fines from OSHA Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 1:15AMCHESHIRE — Grocery products distributor Bozzuto’s Inc. is facing nearly $59,000 in fines over 25 alleged violations of health and safety standards at its Schoolhouse Road warehouse.
Announcing the Green Legal Matters Conference April 26-28, 2010 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 1:01AMFirst-of-its-kind conference highlights the intersection between green, legal and industry.
Tierney's double-double powers Mercy win Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:07AMMary Kate Tierney had 16 points and 16 rebounds in top-seeded Mercy's win over No. 5 Canandaigua, 54-39, in a Class AA semifinal
Memorial held for plant blast victims Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 9:44PMThe six workers killed in an explosion at the Kleen Energy Systems plant in Connecticut were remembered by about 500 mourners at a memorial service not far from the damaged facility, Saturday.
Senator seeks funding for state safety inspectors Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 9:21PMCHARLESTON, W.Va. -- A state senator wants to study the West Virginia Occupational Safety and Health Act, which is supposed to provide safety inspectors for state offices, but has never been funded since it was passed in 1987."According to a 2002 leg...
Resolution would study state safety program Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 4:21PMCHARLESTON, W.Va. -- A state senator wants to study the West Virginia Occupational Safety and Health Act, which is supposed to provide safety inspectors for state offices, but has never been funded since it was passed in 1987."According to a 2002 le...
City Manager brought back to work in 4-3 vote Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:27AMBy Jeanne Marcello Staff Reporter MONTROSE – During the Feb. 25 city council meeting, Mayor Pro-Tem Colleen Brown made the motion to remove City Manager Frank Crosby from administrative leave, with the stipulation that Attorney Otis Stout counsel Crosby on a new policy the council intends to adopt regarding the use of city computers and email. read more
Letters to the Editor published Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:14AMRegarding Howard Tingley’s rather deprecating letter (Pilot, Feb. 20) concerning my previous submission about the TEA Party and Sarah Palin, I suggest that he reread it.
2 council members blast Oakland parking bias Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:54PMTwo Oakland City Council members said Friday they made it clear in June that they wanted stepped up enforcement of parking violations and were angry that those rules were ignored in two of the city's wealthier neighborhoods. "At no point did Council member (...
The Political Grind Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:21PMHow safe is your office? More than 70 percent of congressional offices had violated Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards, according to a report by the Office of Compliance , an independent nonpartisan agency established to administer and enforce the Congressional Accountability Act.
Buried alive, man urges contractors to take trench safety seriously Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:19PMLISBON — It took just a second to change Eric Giguere's life. One second, he was a 27-year-old contractor kneeling in a trench, ready to fix a broken pipe. He was a young, invincible tough-guy, only six days married and taking a few safety shortcuts.
SeaWorld Re-Starts Killer Whale Shows Tomorrow Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:03PMThe whale responsible for the death of a trainer earlier this week will remain part of SeaWorlds attractions for now.
Business and agriculture briefs Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:50PMSession for caregivers will be offered TuesdayReno County Department on Aging will hold "Resources f ...
SeaWorld CEO says shows with killer whales will resume Saturday Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:51PMSeaWorld will resume killer whale shows while the company and two federal agencies investigate the death of a whale trainer at SeaWorld Orlando, company and federal officials announced Friday.
Memorial for Professor Antoun Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:05PMRichard Antoun's wife breaks her silence nearly three months after his death. Roz Antoun spoke about her husband's life and career this afternoon at Binghamton University's Anderson Center. President Lois De Fleur and fellow professors also attended Friday's memorial--honoring the scholar's memory and message. Friday, his wife and friends talked about the man who valued peace and compassion ...
Stay Safe in the Snow Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 5:50PMAs you continue to dig out of Thursday's storm, OSHA is reminding you to do it safely. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration advises you to treat any downed power lines as live--and to keep clear of them. Also, wear several layers to protect from frostbite or hypothermia, and use caution around any surfaces weighed down by large amounts of snow. And of course, to guard against ...
Warrant no longer in effect for probe of power plant blast Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:57PMKleen Energy Systems and its partners were handed back control of their Middletown property where six workers were killed in an explosion while building a power plant earlier this month.