EHS TODAY WEEKLY UPDATE Penton Media September 17, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/ehstoday/v/37 THIS WEEK'S NEWS --1. "Intexticated" Drivers and Employer Liability The electronic devices we increasingly rely on to get us through our days are impacting job safety, a not-so-good vibration being felt, literally, from coast to coast. To view the full article go to: http://ehstoday.com/health/news/workers-comp-intexicated-drivers-employer-liability-2481/ ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT NEW SPIN-TEC DRENCH SHOWER ENHANCES PERFORMANCE Bradley's emergency drench shower with the new SpinTec_ showerhead provides a superior washdown in less time than competitive models. The innovative SpinTec showerhead delivers a more even distribution of water. Its unique spray pattern rinses more effectively with a higher velocity, resulting in faster removal of hazardous contaminants from the affected user. 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Environmental Management Means More Green at Hospira A smaller environmental footprint means greater benefits for the company and its customers. To view the full article go to: http://ehstoday.com/environment/news/environmental-management-green-hospira-9237/ --4. Michigan Business Community: Ergonomics Standard Will Lead to Job Losses The Michigan Chamber of Commerce recently praised the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) for its "Take a Stand Day" to provide one-on-one consultations with employers to identify ways to effectively address health and safety issues in the workplace, without fear of citations or fines. At the same time, the group took the opportunity to call a proposed ergonomics standard "harmful" to business. 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OSHA Updates PPE Standards to Reference Consensus Standards On Sept. 9, OSHA issued a final rule revising the PPE sections of its general industry, shipyard employment, longshoring and marine terminals standards to reflect recent editions of the applicable national consensus standards that incorporate advances in technology. To view the full article go to: http://ehstoday.com/standards/concensus/osha-reference-consensus-standards-0341/ --6. House Hearing: How Will Swine Flu Impact Small Businesses? During a Sept. 9 hearing before the House Committee on Small Business, officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Commerce and the Department of Homeland Security testified about preparations underway to help small companies respond to an anticipated resurgence of the H1N1 virus. To view the full article go to: http://ehstoday.com/health/news/house-hearing-swine-flu-small-businesses-2451/ --7. 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To register, go to: http://infox.hotims.com/24177-29557 ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- Profiting from Sustainability When going green and saving green intersect. In this podcast, Deborah R. Roy, corporate director of health, safety and wellness at L.L. Bean, suggests tips, tools and resources for eco-minded companies interested in taking the sustainable path to cost savings by reducing energy use. Download or Listen Now at http://ehstoday.com/podcasts/profiting-sustainability-0903/ ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- View the video from 80/20. Create custom anything with 80/20's t-slotted aluminum framing system, custom cut panels, and fabricated aluminum parts. 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