August 31, 2005
August 31, 2005
August 29, 2005
In an unprecedented move, the US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) issued an urgent recommendation on August 17 that requests BP create an independent panel to review the safety culture at the company's North American operations.
August 26, 2005
Regarded as a gift for the trucking and retail industries, the now 11-hour workday is three hours longer than safety experts recommend for drivers.
August 24, 2005
Ergonomics is a dynamic, growing field with no shortage of new research, training information and timely application studies. Now that summer is winding down and the kids are heading back to class, you can too.
August 24, 2005
Ten years in the making, the Ergonomics Program Standard of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was introduced in 2000. The supporters' triumph was short lived: the Standard was discredited and repealed the following year. From supporters' reactions to some recent OSHA letter writing, it's clear the defeat still rankles.
August 22, 2005
Most schools ban cell phones in the classrooms, and a new study suggests that may be a mistake.
August 19, 2005
A new device that helps a paralyzed Briton to keep fit illustrates two phenomena
August 17, 2005
Backpacks remain one of today's hottest items among students, and come in a variety of sizes, colors - even the jersey of your kid's favorite NBA team. But has backpack fashion left function behind?