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Amusement Industry

Updated AIMS International Safety Seminar [701] ?

Amusement industry safety

Updated PA-Pennsylvania Amusement Rides [15563] ?

General rules for ride operators and attendants

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Aviation

Updated Aviation Accident Statistics [5514] ?

Accidents, Fatalities, and Rates per the National Transportation Safety Board

Updated Aviation Accident Statistics [6198] ?

NTSB aviation accident investigation reports

Updated NTSB Aviation Statistics [2107] ?

NTSB aviation statistics

Updated NTSB: Denial of Medical Certification [12241] ?

Information for pilots to follow in filing a petition for denial of medical certification by the FAA

Updated Pilot Medical Certification Standards [12242] ?

Outlines the medical standards and disqualifying conditions for pilot licensure in the USA

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Boating-Marine

Updated Coast Guard Inspection Checklist [pdf] [26636] ?

Small passenger vessel pre-inspection checklist

Updated NTSB Marine Accident Reports [7968] ?

National Transportation Safety Board marine accident reports

Updated NTSB Marine Studies [8320] ?

National Transportation Safety Board Research on marine safety

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Compressed Gas

Updated Compressed Gas Cylinders [2243] ?

Principles for the safe storage, use, and transportation of compressed gas cylinders

Updated DOT Guide 15 Container Marking and Labeling for LP-Gas Shipments [pdf] [8112] ?

The regulations apply to shipments of LP gas and other hazardous substances

Updated Floor Maintenance - Propane Safety Awareness Manual [pdf] [3238] ?

Advice for users of propane-fired equipment

Updated Propane Safety [11424] ?

Tips for safe use and operation of propane-fueled equipment

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Construction

Updated Construction Safe Work Practices [18980] ?

Series of safety rules for construction

Updated NIOSH Publications on Construction [10532] ?

Articles, safety bulletins, etc. related to the construction industry

Updated Roof Inspection and Assessment Work Guide [doc] [38473] ?

For those involved in conducting roof investigation, assessment and inspection work

Updated Roof Inspection and Assessment Work Hazards [pdf] [38474] ?

Hazard awareness training for those involved in conducting roof investigation, assessment and inspection work

Updated Roof Inspection Work Checklist [xls] [38472] ?

A safety checklist completed prior to accessing the roof

Updated Sample Construction Safety Policies - Canada [18981] ?

A company safety program should include the following policies

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Cranes-Hoists

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Electrical

Updated Cal OSHA Lockout/Tagout eTool [11346] ?

For employers in California

Updated Control of Hazardous Energy Lockout - Tagout Program [2246] ?

Full text of a lockout - tagout program for the control of hazardous energy

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Fall Protection

Updated Fall Arrest System Checklist [pdf] [27184] ?

Safety checklist outline

Updated Fall Protection Guide for Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection [doc] [38475] ?

Example of a fall protection program - aircraft maintenance, inspection, and other related work

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Firearms

Updated Indoor Firing Ranges Industrial Hygiene Technical Guide [pdf] [23732] ?

Discussion of ventilation design and recommendations for controlling exposure to hazards (pdf)

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Food Safety

New Food Irradiation - Labeling [39816] ?

History, Background and Status of Labeling of Irradiated Foods

Updated Food Irradiation and Food Safety [1624] ?

Information and news on food irradiation

New Food Irradiation and Packaging - FDA [39790] ?

FDA requirements

Updated Food Irradiation and the USDA [11630] ?

USDA rulemaking, news releases and public statements related to irradiation of meat & poultry

New Food Irradiation Fact Sheet [pdf] [39815] ?

For consumers

Updated Food Irradiation FAQ [22060] ?

Questions and answers about the safety of food irradiation

New Food Irradiation Part 179 Irradiation of Food [39814] ?

CFR regulations related to food irradiation

New Food Irradiation Q&A [pdf] [39813] ?

To assist food industry in answering questions about food irradiation

Updated Food Safety - Fresh Fruits and Vegetables [pdf] [11557] ?

Policies and procedures for handling and preparing fresh fruits and vegetables

Updated Food Safety Manual [pdf] [23947] ?

On food safety standards and sanitation of food service

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Forklifts

Updated Rules of the Road for Forklift Safety [pdf] [11353] ?

A list of safety rules for forklift operators

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Office Safety

Updated Checklist for the Home Office [doc] [5899] ?

Checklist for use by the telecommuter in assessing the adequacy of the home office environment

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Patient Safety

Updated Escape and Elopement Management [27325] ?

Interventions that may be used to prevent patients from escaping and eloping

Updated Fall Incident Report [doc] [28890] ?

Utilizes Morse Fall Scale

Updated Healthcare Failure Mode Effect Analysis Process [27326] ?

Steps that may be used to in conducting a proactive risk assessment in the health care setting

Updated Patient Fall Risk Assessment [27328] ?

Determine if there are existing intrinsic factors that may affect the patient's fall risk.

Updated Patient Safety Handbook [pdf] [28889] ?

Utilizes root cause analysis as part of the program

Updated Patient Safety Incidents Contributing Factors [27330] ?

Lead your team to root causes for each patient safety incident event

Updated Patient Safety Root Cause Analysis [27327] ?

Materials to facilitate patient safety and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations

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Playgrounds

Updated Australia: Playground Hazards [16012] ?

A brief overview of common playground hazards and strategies to overcome them

Updated Child Development Center Play Area Inspection and Maintenance Program [pdf] [2628] ?

Child play area inspection & maintenance program from US Army Corps of Engineers - pdf format

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PPE

Updated Personal Protective Equipment Safety Checklist [pdf] [3171] ?

A safety checklist on PPE

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Restaurants

Updated Kitchen Knife Safety [16020] ?

Keep the following tips in mind when working with kitchen knives

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Signs

Updated ANSI Z535 Standards - Labeling Standards FAQ [16818] ?

Answers to common questions about ANSI Z535 Standard

Updated ANSI Z535.4 Product Safety Label Standard [24340] ?

What is the Proper Content for an ANSI Z535.4 Product Safety Sign or Label?

Updated Labeling Standards FAQ [24339] ?

Answers to questions relating to proper wording and symbols on safety labels for products

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Sports

Updated Asthma: Actions for the Physical Education Instructor and Coach [11370] ?

Provides advice for classroom teachers, coaches, etc. on how to handle asthma attacks

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Swimming

Updated Beaches: Avoiding Spinal Injuries [21560] ?

Avoiding spinal injuries when swimming

Updated Diving Safe Practices Manual [pdf] [1109] ?

Example of policies for a safe diving program

Updated Lifeguard Library [21558] ?

Research works and papers on lifeguarding

Updated Minimum Recommended Lifeguard Equipment Standards [21556] ?

Recommendations regarding minimum equipment standards for lifeguards at open water beaches

Updated P&SS Act [36961] ?

The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act (P&SS Act)

Updated Pool Drain Requirements [36960] ?

CPSC interpretations and guidelines

Updated Pool Safety [17933] ?

Tips to child proof your swimming pool

Updated Pool Safety [25377] ?

Safety tips for pool owners

Updated Rip Currents [21559] ?

Rip current survival

Updated Swimming Pools & Bathing Places Safety [pdf] [23948] ?

Reflects the swimming pool and spa safety and water quality recommendations of NSPSI

Updated Swimming Safety Tips [21555] ?

Top 10 safety tips when near the water






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