EHS TODAY WEEKLY UPDATE Penton Media April 16, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/ehstoday/v/15 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Who Said It's Not Easy Being Green? Okay, we all know who said it, but he didn't know about the Environmental Management System ISO 14001:2004. The implementation of this standard and the evidence of it through third party certification will have value for you and your company. There are four reasons to consider ISO 14001 certification: 1. Improve processes and increase productivity and effectiveness of systems. This reduces your carbon footprint and environmental impact. 2. Would certification differentiate you from the competition? Are your competitors already proving they are "going green"? 3. Are one or more of your customers requiring proof of environmental compliance? 4. Maintaining compliance to applicable laws or regulatory requirements. 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In the event of sudden cardiac arrest, timing can mean life or death. Make every moment count by developing a comprehensive emergency plan that includes CPR training, an AED program and more. To view the full article go to: http://ehstoday.com/health/first-aid/ready-cardiac-emergency-0409/ --4. Safety with Sodium Hypochlorite (Bleach) The Chlorine Institute Inc. (CI) has published an updated version of its online Sodium Hypochlorite Incompatibility Chart, which provides guidance to avoid accidental mixing of sodium hypochlorite (commonly known as bleach) that could lead to dangerous conditions. To view the full article go to: http://ehstoday.com/safety/news/safety-sodium-hypochlorite-9671/ ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT More New Drum Handling Videos Online A new Can Tumbler video and a Pail Handler video are the latest product demonstration videos -- now just a click away! Videos demonstrate cutting edge drum handling products in concise, informative videos. 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Medical Exams: A Driver of Work Force Wellness Keeping employees safe is crucial for any organization, and common sense tells us that a healthy work force ultimately makes for a stronger business. To view the full article go to: http://ehstoday.com/health/wellness/medical-exams-drive-wellness-0409/ EHS TODAY WEBEXPO & CONFERENCE (http://ehstoday.com/webexpo)Registration is now open for the EHS WebExpo & Conference (http://ehstoday.com/webexpo) Date: Thursday, May 14, 2009 Time: 9:00am EDT - 5:00pm EDT Don't miss the FREE EHS WebExpo & Conference (http://ehstoday.com/webexpo) on Thursday, May 14. This all day event will bring you and your team the advantages of a traditional safety and health trade show without any of the travel cost! Attend educational LIVE webinar sessions, ask questions, visit a trade show booth, interact with other safety, health and environment professionals and pick up valuable literature - from a single registration and all from the comfort of your office. 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(https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=registration.jsp&eventid=137628&sessionid=1&key=3FB0D5B5D97CF5AC17F0B403754150C1&partnerref=solo1&sourcepage=register) The Courage to Actively Care (https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=registration.jsp&eventid=136447&sessionid=1&key=78D53EF3AF895D985FF8CD3A905126E8&sourcepage=register) Sponsored by: Coastal Featuring: Dr. Scott Geller, Ph.D., Alumni Distinguished Professor, Virginia Tech, Senior Partner, Safety Performance Solutions During this webinar, Dr. Geller discussed Interpersonal Intervention and Courage, How Can Courage Be Encouraged, and Culture and The Courage To Actively Care. He examined excuses and barriers given for the lack of large-scale application of effective interpersonal interventions. Three dimensions of human dynamics related to leadership will be explained: Competence, Commitment, and Courage. Listen Today! 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