OneBlood, which collects blood donations across most of Florida, announced that, effective July 29, it will begin testing 100 percent of its collections for the Zika virus using an investigational donor screening test.
Read more →The OHS profession has been undergoing a significant transformation in the past 10 years, beginning with the realization that, despite our best efforts, fatalities and serious injuries are continuing to occur, even among organizations with “best-in-class” programs. Pam Walaski, CSP, CHMM, in her Safety and Risk Management Track Session “The Big Switch: Why You Need
Read more →H. Ricardo Moreno, Richard Eagles and Martin Kris A year-over-year improvement in the frequency and severity of injuries and fatalities is an achievement worth celebrating, but the electric power sector needs to step up safety efforts to achieve continuous improvement. The power industry is, by nature, fraught with high-hazard potential and recognized occupational risks. Thanks
Read more →New study finds electronic cigarettes release harmful chemicals such as formaldehyde and other carcinogens. While some companies work to improve worker health with smoke-free workplaces and cessation initiatives, a new study finds that using e-cigarettes as a method to quit might not be as healthy as previously thought. read more
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