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The Brave New World of Obamacare
In the midst of a U.S. manufacturing renaissance, the disastrous rollout of Obamacare could put a crimp on manufacturers – particularly small shops. Of the nearly 11,000 pages (and counting) of new regulations imposed by this new law, no one really understands the full impact that lies ahead, what new regulations will be added, or how other arcane portions of the law will be changed in the future. Here is a general review of what we do know so far.
How to Identify Safe and Effective Emergency Eyewash — and the Hidden Dangers to Avoid
While the FDA states that ophthalmic drug products should be sterile, ANSI does not require that emergency eyewash solution or its delivery mechanism be sterile. Yet the dangers of administering non-sterile eyewash can have profoundly negative impacts on injured individuals, as well as their employers.
Safety in the Digital Age: Regulating Worker Use of Distracting Devices
The dangers of distraction while working have garnered a great deal of attention. Distraction increases the risk of injury, but taking the appropriate steps to reduce distraction are neither easy nor simple. Much thought must be given to the consequences, fairness, and practicality of any regulations aimed at reducing the risks associated with worker distraction.
Danray Products Releases New Steel Lathe Chuck Shields
Danray Products recently introduced 12 in, 18 in, and 24 in steel lathe chuck shields for lathes or similar machines.
Saf-T-Gard International Acquires Dunn Safety Products
Saf-T-Gard‘s strategic acquisition allows the firm to expand products and services to a greater number of workers.
Hawe’s Hydraulic Weight Balancing Saves Electricity
HAWE Hydraulics is developing unique solutions that are both energy efficient and durable.
Clearbrook Honors Omron Automation and Safety as Volunteer of the Year
Omron recently received the Exceptional Merit Award as a Clearbrook Volunteer of the Year for 2013.
Fabtech 2013: Safety and Environmental Protection
A look at some of the barrier doors, head protection and ceiling fans exhibited on the show floor at McCormick Place in Chicago on November 18-21.
Safety Helmets Aid Welder Comfort and Productivity
Kimberly-Clark Professional expands their Jackson Safety line of welding helmets with the Jackson Safety WH70 BH3 and the Jackson Safety Balder W-40 SmarTIGer, both of which deliver the highest standards of optical clarity that can be achieved when using an auto-darkening filter.
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