10 LEADERSHIP QUALITIES FOR A TOTAL SAFETY CULTURE (English)
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Title:10 LEADERSHIP QUALITIES FOR A TOTAL SAFETY CULTURE
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Table of contents – Volume 45
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - UPFRONT| 2000
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Pre & Post - Conference Seminars| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - CALENDAR OF EVENTS| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - ASSE PERSPECTIVES| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PRESIDENT'S EDITORIAL| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - GUEST EDITORIAL| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - BOOK REVIEWS| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - WORKPLACE TIPS| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - FORM & FUNCTION| 2000
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FEATURES - SAFETY IS GOOD BUSINESS: ASSE'S MIDDLE EAST CHAPTER CONFERENCE - With a large number corporate leaders and regional officials in attendance, ASSE's Middle East Chapter celebrated safety in the new millennium| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - REGULATORY NEWS| 2000
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FEATURES - PDC WRAP-UP - Highlights of ASSE's 2000 Professional Development Conference, held June 25-28 in Orlando, FL| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - SAFETY DIGEST| 2000
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SAFETY IS GOOD BUSINESS: ASSE'S MIDDLE EAST CHAPTER CONFERENCE| 2000
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PDC Program| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - READERS' PULSE| 2000
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FEATURES - EXHIBITORS' DIRECTORY - A listing of exhibitors at this year's Professional Development Conference and Exposition, which will be held June 25-27 in Orlando, FL| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - HONOR ROLL| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - EXHIBITORS' DIRECTORY| 2000
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SAFETY MANAGEMENT 2000: OUR STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSESPetersen, D. et al. | 2000
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ADDING CONSTRUCTION TO THE ACADEMIC SAFETY CURRICULUMWinn, G. L. / Frederick, L. J. / Becker, P. E. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - SAFETY MANAGEMENT 2000: OUR STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES - This article seeks to answer the question, "To what extent have safety professionals built systems that truly control losses?" Traditional measures such as accident rates and program audits are often inadequate, the author says, asserting that perception surveys are a more-accurate alternativePetersen, Dan et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - SPECIAL REPORT: TERRORISM & VIOLENCE IN OUR SCHOOLS - This article reports the results of a study funded by a grant from the ASSE Foundation. After reviewing recent events and national data, the authors discuss their research, and offer recommendations for American schools to considerDelta-Giustina, Daniel E. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - ADDING CONSTRUCTION TO THE ACADEMIC SAFETY CURRICULUM - Growth in the construction industry underscores the need for qualified individuals -- Professionals with specific knowledge of construction safety issues. However, according to the authors, academic safety programs have been slow to respond to this need. The authors discuss the implementation of a new construction program into the safety curriculum at West Virginia University. The factors that prompted development of the course are reviewed, as are content topics and strategic partnerships with various university groupsWinn, Gary L. et al. | 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - RESEARCH BRIEFS| 2000
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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY COMPLIANCE IN NURSING HOMESMutawe, A. M. / Tsunehara, R. / Hockett, J. / Hatch, M. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - TASK ANALYSIS FOR PRODUCTIVITY, COST EFFICIENCY, QUALITY & SAFETY - The author proposes development of a comprehensive analysis system that he believes will help safety professionals improve the effectiveness of safety management endeavors while at the same time positively affecting the results for which management is measuredManuele, Fred A. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY COMPLIANCE IN NURSING HOMES - This article examines the state of safety in nursing home and summarizes the findings of inspections conducted at eight facilities under OSHA's site-specific targeting program. Incidence rates for nursing homes were analyzed for severity and trends, and compared with rates for private industry and other healthcare facilities. Findings highlight the need for nursing homes to develop effective resident handling programs and comprehensive safety programs.Mutawe, Abdalla M. et al. | 2000
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TASK ANALYSIS FOR PRODUCTIVITY, COST EFFICIENCY, QUALITY & SAFETYManuele, F. A. et al. | 2000
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DOES BBS WORK? BEHAVIOR-BASED SAFETY & INJURY REDUCTION: A SURVEY OF THE EVIDENCESulzer-Azaroff, B. / Austin, J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - DOES BBS WORK? BEHAVIOR-BASED SAFETY & INJURY REDUCTION: A SURVEY OF THE EVIDENCE - Many safety professionals wonder whether behavior-based safety works to decrease incidents. To answer this question, the authors discuss the fundamental elements of behavioral safety systems and the factors that can influence the operation of these methods. They then review studies that reported on the impact of BBS on incidence rates. Based on their findings, the authors then examine another key question, "How can an organization make BBS work better?"Sulzer-Azaroff, Beth et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - ASSE FOUNDATION RESEARCH REPORT: STRESS FACTORS EXPERIENCED BY FEMALE COMMERCIAL DRIVERS IN THE TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY - Do female truck drivers feel the need to work harder to prove themselves in their male-dominated profession? Do they face discrimination and harrassment? Beyond gender-related issues, what other working conditions do they find stressful? To answer these questions, the study detailed here (supported by a grant from the ASSE Foundation) involved a survey of drivers from one Midwestern commercial transportation facilityBernard, Tracey M. et al. | 2000
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ASSE FOUNDATION RESEARCH REPORT: STRESS FACTORS EXPERIENCED BY FEMALE COMMERCIAL DRIVERS IN THE TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRYBernard, T. M. / Bouck, L. H. / Young, W. S. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - ENGINEERING DESIGN FOR SAFETY: PETROCHEMICAL PROCESS PLANT DESIGN - If asked to design a new petrochemical process facility, what design elements should the safety professional consider? This article offers an overview of several key factors, including fire suppression, electrical and smoke detection systems, process area layout, combustible gas detection and storage tanksHansen, Mark D. et al. | 2000
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ENGINEERING DESIGN FOR SAFETY: PETROCHEMICAL PROCESS PLANT DESIGNHansen, M. D. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - NACOSH UPDATE: AN INTERVIEW WITH MARGARET CARROLL - Former Society President Margaret Carroll, a member of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH), reviews the group's activities and offers insight on challenges facing the safety profession.Carroll, Margaret et al. | 2000
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Special Events| 2000
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FEATURES - OSHA'S RESPIRATORY PROTECTION STANDARD: CALCULATING REASONABLE EXPOSURE ESTIMATES - Under OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, if an employer can monitor exposure or use other objective data to calculate a reasonable estimate, then that employer has a regulatory mandate to do so, the author explains. He then describes an exercise that shows how this obligation can be met. In addition to providing information about the level of respiratory protection needed, the exercise can reveal the need for improvement in a facility's ventilation system.Hubbard, Gary et al. | 2000
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OSHA'S RESPIRATORY PROTECTION STANDARD: CALCULATING REASONABLE EXPOSURE ESTIMATESHubbard, G. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - MOTIVATING EMPLOYEES FOR SAFETY SUCCESS - "How can an employer motivate employees for safety success?" To answer this question, the author discusses and evaluates seven possible approaches. He then examines the work of Herzberg and Deming, and discusses how applying their lessons can affect safety motivationKrause, Thomas R. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - CONSTRUCTION SAFETY: HEADING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION - Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSH Charles Jeffress shares his thoughts about the current state of safety in the construction industry| 2000
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CONSTRUCTION SAFETY: HEADING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION| 2000
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FEATURES - MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN ERROR IN SHIP OPERATIONS - According to the authors, "Investigations of marine disasters have often identified poor standards of training of seafarers as key contributing factors." Standards exist that govern maritime training and certification. This article focuses on the role of better training in reducing human error in ship operations.Wang, J. et al. | 2000
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DISTANCE HIGHER EDUCATION: OUTLOOK FOR THE SAFETY PROFESSIONAL AS STUDENTRyan, T. J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - FOOTWEAR SAFETY & TRACTION IN THE WORKPLACE - Slip and fall accidents continue to be a leading cause of work-related injury To help safety professionals better understand these accidents, the author examines slipmeters, their applications and the ASTM standards that govern their useEnglish, William et al. | 2000
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FOOTWEAR SAFETY & TRACTION IN THE WORKPLACEEnglish, W. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - DISTANCE HIGHER EDUCATION: OUTLOOK FOR THE SAFETY PROFESSIONAL AS STUDENT - Distance learning opportunities are particularly appealing to working safety professionals. The author discusses the needs met by distance education; explains current formats and learning strategies; and provides an overview of technology advances that will impact higher education instruction and its delivery.Ryan, Timothy I. et al. | 2000
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MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN ERROR IN SHIP OPERATIONSWang, J. / Zhang, S. M. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - ORIENTATION PROGRAM FOR CASUAL CONTRACTORS - This article examines challenges posed by smaller, casual contractors in the chemical industry -- Who may be unprepared to develop, implement and enforce a facility's contractor orientation programBennett, Brian T. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - TODAY'S SAFETY PROFESSIONAL: MANAGER OR ENGINEER? - Although it has been 30 years since passage of the OSH Act -- And arguably the birth of the formal safety profession -- There is no clear-cut answer to this question. The author reviews current research to examine what it adds to the debateAdams, Shawn J. et al. | 2000
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TODAY'S SAFETY PROFESSIONAL: MANAGER OR ENGINEER?Adams, S. J. et al. | 2000
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ORIENTATION PROGRAM FOR CASUAL CONTRACTORSBennett, B. T. et al. | 2000
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Registration Information| 2000
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FEATURES - SAFETY IN THE TRUCKING INDUSTRY: NON-DRIVING INCIDENTS - Although overturned tractor-trailers and other highway incidents are often the focal point of discussions about safety in the trucking industry, non-driving incidents are also a cause for concern. To prevent such incidents, the author advocates comprehensive safety programs that effectively address all tasks and activities associated with trucking. "(Such efforts) will provide for greater injury reduction than those that focus solely on driving," he concludes.Flatow, Stuart et al. | 2000
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SAFETY IN THE TRUCKING INDUSTRY: NON-DRIVING INCIDENTSFlatow, S. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - SERVICE CABLES UNPROTECTED - This article describes the problems caused by unprotected service cables and discusses the benefits of installing cable fuses to prevent electrical arc fires. According to the author, these fuses could prevent significant deaths, injuries and property loss each yearFranklin, Frederick F. et al. | 2000
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SERVICE CABLES UNPROTECTEDFranklin, F. F. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - NEW IDEAS IN CONSTRUCTION HEARING CONSERVATION - Recent research has found that a large percentage of construction workers have reported a perceived hearing loss, despite the fact that two OSHA regulations set limits on noise exposure in construction environments. The author tries to reconcile these two facts and discusses three methods of improving hearing conservation programs -- Employee exposure assessment, HPD selection and trainingGarvey, Donald J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - GENERATION X: HOW UNDERSTANDING THIS POPULATION LEADS TO BETTER SAFETY PROGRAMS - To develop effective safety programs, safety professionals must understand factors that drive changes in the workforce. With Generation X's presence in the workplace growing, the author examines attributes that characterize members of this group and explains how those factors affect their interaction in the workplaceAdams, Shawn J. et al. | 2000
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GENERATION X: HOW UNDERSTANDING THIS POPULATION LEADS TO BETTER SAFETY PROGRAMSAdams, S. J. et al. | 2000
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THE ARCHITECTURE OF SAFETY EXCELLENCEHansen, L. L. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - MANAGEMENT'S IMPACT ON BEHAVIORAL SAFETY - Using a real-world example, this article discusses behavior in the context of the "safety management triad": People, environment, and policies and proceduresBarrett, Greg A. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - THE ARCHITECTURE OF SAFETY EXCELLENCE - To achieve true safety excellence, firms must focus on the building blocks of organizational strategy, performance leadership and organizational behaviorHansen, Larry L. et al. | 2000
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NEW IDEAS IN CONSTRUCTION HEARING CONSERVATIONGarvey, D. J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - DOES OSHA NEED A NEW PARADIGM? - The authors examine the "good" and the "bad" among OSHA activities over the last 30 years. Among the good, the authors point to education, consulting and the Voluntary Protection Programs; among the bad, the authors discuss by-the-book inspections, overly complex standards and the emphasis on recordkeeping. They then offer four suggestions for redirecting OSHA's efforts, which they believe could result in a "more effective safety and health agency"Blair, Earl H. et al. | 2000
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DOES OSHA NEED A NEW PARADIGM?Blair, E. H. / Geller, E. S. et al. | 2000
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DESIGN & USE OF WEB-BASED DISTANCE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTSFerguson, L. / Wijekumar, K. et al. | 2000
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HOW SMART MANAGERS IMPROVE SAFETY & HEALTH SYSTEMS: BENCHMARKING WITH VPP CRITERIAGarner, C. A. / Horn, P. O. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - DESIGN & USE OF WEB-BASED DISTANCE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS - Authors recount the experience of establishing a distance learning course at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Course development, design and delivery are detailed, key outcomes are reviewed and findings regarding the quality of a web-based learning experience are shared.Ferguson, Lon et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - HOW SMART MANAGERS IMPROVE SAFETY & HEALTH SYSTEMS: BENCHMARKING WITH VPP CRITERIA - As the new millennium opens, what new frontiers and opportunities will emerge for safety professionals? The authors examine several areas on which safety professionals should focus, including use of OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs criteria to achieve excellence in safety performanceGarner, Charlotte A. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - PREGNANCY & ERGONOMICS: POTENTIAL HAZARDS & KEY SAFEGUARDS - This article reviews the potential hazards experienced by pregnant workers, additional industry-specific hazards and worker rights. The author presents possible modifications that employers can make to alleviate added riskTapp, Linda M. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - APPLYING SIX SIGMA METHODS FOR BREAKTHROUGH SAFETY PERFORMANCE - Since the mid-1980s, the manufacturing industry has used the six sigma approach to improve products and processes, and reduce costs in order to increase value to the customer. The authors discuss the application of this method to safety, and examine how it can promote superior safety performance.Rancour, Tom et al. | 2000
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OTHER VOICES: WHY CAN'T WE SOLVE THE SOFT-TISSUE INJURY DILEMMA?Eckenfelder, D. J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - OTHER VOICES: WHY CAN'T WE SOLVE THE SOFT-TISSUE INJURY DILEMMA? - "The safety profession is burdened with a history of looking for the cause of accidents -- Despite the knowledge that most losses are the result of multiple causes." The author discusses how this history has hindered efforts to mitigate soft-tissue injuries. In addition, he examines myths about these injuries, job redesign and ergonomics, and describes characteristics of environments that resist these injuriesEckenfelder, Donald J. et al. | 2000
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EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS IN THE HOSPITALDobos, R. T. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - BEHAVIORAL SAFETY ANALYSIS: PRECURSOR TO CORRECTIVE ACTION - The author poses a series of questions the safety practitioner should ask when conducting behavioral safety analysis. According to the author, these questions help identify factors that contribute to at-risk behaviorGeller, E.Scott et al. | 2000
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APPLYING SIX SIGMA METHODS FOR BREAKTHROUGH SAFETY PERFORMANCERancour, T. / McCracken, M. et al. | 2000
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PREGNANCY & ERGONOMICS: POTENTIAL HAZARDS & KEY SAFEGUARDSTapp, L. M. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS IN THE HOSPITAL - This article explores the exposure of healthcare workers to bloodborne pathogens, with a focus on airborne contamination in the OR. The author discusses CDC guidelines and recent research, including a study of reported exposure at an Army medical facility. Two sidebar articles provide OSHA and NIOSH information on the subjectDobos, Ronald T. et al. | 2000
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DANGER ZONE: THE INDUSTRIAL DOCKSwartz, G. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - ESTABLISHING A SAFETY CULTURE: GETTING STARTED - The authors review several basic steps that safety managers should take to establish a positive safety culture. The key? Top management commitmentFriend, Mark A. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - CATCHING NEAR HITS - To continue the downward trend in injuries, the author contends that greater effort must be made to capture and investigate less-serious accidents -- Also called near hits -- That may have resulted in only minor (or no) injuries. He reviews four critical elements of an effective near-hit reporting program, and through six case studies, offers guidance on how to identify a near-hit incident.Wallace, Stephen I. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - DANGER ZONE: THE INDUSTRIAL DOCK - This article examines the hazards of the industrial dock, and reviews studies and statistics associated with this environment. The author discusses common hazards, dock design considerations and safeguards that a facility can employ to improve the safety of the industrial dockSwartz, George et al. | 2000
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ESTABLISHING A SAFETY CULTURE: GETTING STARTEDFriend, M. A. / Pagliari, L. R. et al. | 2000
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CATCHING NEAR HITSWallace, S. J. et al. | 2000
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MANY HAZARD ANALYSES CONCEAL WHOLE-SYSTEM RISKClemens, P. L. et al. | 2000
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OTHER VOICES: THE FAMILY IMPACT OF A DISABLING INJURYLee, D. D. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - OTHER VOICES: THE FAMILY IMPACT OF A DISABLING INJURY - Ten years have passed since enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act. In this short article, the author reflects on his own experience with disability following a severe injury and shares how it has influenced his perspective on the crucial role of safety professionalsLee, David D. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - MANY HAZARD ANALYSES CONCEAL WHOLE-SYSTEM RISK - The whole is not necessarily equal to the sum of its parts. When dealing with hazards and their risks, this principle can create a two-fold pitfall for the risk manager, the author explainsClemens, P.L. et al. | 2000
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JOB ROTATION: AN ADMINISTRATIVE STRATEGY FOR HAZARD CONTROLTriggs, D. D. / King, P. M. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - JOB ROTATION: AN ADMINISTRATIVE STRATEGY FOR HAZARD CONTROL - This article examines perceived benefits of job rotation, an administrative control of CTDS. Basic elements are discussed, including setting goals, surveying existing conditions, analyzing tasks, developing and implementing a schedule, providing training and monitoring the programTriggs, Donald D. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - MAKING SAFETY A BASIC VALUE - Do most companies truly value safety? This article examines different types of values, and ways a firm can develop safety as a basic valueEarnest, R.E. et al. | 2000
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AN INTRODUCTION TO HACCP FOR FOOD PROCESSORSRiswadkar, A. V. et al. | 2000
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MAKING SAFETY A BASIC VALUE Do most companies truly value safety? different types of values and ways a firm can develop safety as a basic valueEarnest, R. E. et al. | 2000
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CREATING AN EXTRAORDINARY SAFETY CULTURE: PEOPLE, COMMITMENT, VISION, BEST PRACTICESWalker, E. B. / Maune, J. A. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - CREATING AN EXTRAORDINARY SAFETY CULTURE: PEOPLE, COMMITMENT, VISION, BEST PRACTICES - The authors describe the transformation of safety culture on an international construction project in Saudi ArabiaWalker, Edwin B. et al. | 2000
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THE ROLE OF SUPERVISORS IN BEHAVIORAL SAFETY OBSERVATIONSCook, S. / McSween, T. E. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - PLANNING, WRITING & PRODUCING EMPLOYEE EDUCATION PROGRAMS - This article discusses factors that influence training program development, objectives and methodologies; identifies challenges of teaching adult learners; and explains the process of developing a training video.Thompson, Marcella R. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - ONE SIZE DOESN'T FIT ALL: CUSTOMIZING HELPS MERGE BEHAVIORAL AND TRADITIONAL APPROACHES - How does a multi-site company integrate behavioral safety? This article discusses the lessons learned by one firm -- From process selection through implementationWard, Steve et al. | 2000
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PLANNING, WRITING & PRODUCING EMPLOYEE EDUCATION PROGRAMSThompson, M. R. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - AN INTRODUCTION TO HACCP FOR FOOD PROCESSORS - The Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) system is used by food processors to identify and prevent hazards that could cause foodborne illnesses. Through its use, these firms build safety and quality into each step of the process -- From product formulation to consumptionRiswadkar, A.V. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - THE ROLE OF SUPERVISORS IN BEHAVIORAL SAFETY OBSERVATIONS - To ensure good safety performance, managers and supervisors must demonstrate safe work practices and make decisions that reflect their commitment to safety. The authors discuss the role that managers and supervisors play in conducting safety observations, and how it can affect employee participation, behavior and perception of management.Cook, Scott et al. | 2000
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EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES: HAZARD ASSESSMENTS FIND SAME PROBLEMSHodson, L. L. / Uhorchak, R. E. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES: HAZARD ASSESSMENTS FIND SAME PROBLEMS - Are the hazards of emerging technologies different from typical hazards? Are common hazards being mitigated in these facilities? The authors address these questions in their discussion of hazard assessments conducted at several emerging technologies facilitiesHodson, Laura L. et al. | 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - NEW PRODUCTS| 2000
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FEATURES - ERGONOMIC ASSESSMENT: KEY TO REDUCING BACK INJURIES - The authors discuss causes and types of workplace back injury, preventive methods, and the strengths and weaknesses of these methodsOakley, Jeffrey S. et al. | 2000
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ERGONOMIC ASSESSMENT: KEY TO REDUCING BACK INJURIESOakley, J. S. / Smith, S. M. et al. | 2000
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SAFETY PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT: IDENTIFYING PROSPECTIVE INDICATORS WITH HIGH VALIDITYStricoff, R. S. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - SAFETY PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT: IDENTIFYING PROSPECTIVE INDICATORS WITH HIGH VALIDITY - This article discusses common safety performance measures and evaluates their validity. The author discusses the "pathway to injuries," which includes hazards, controls, exposure and at-risk behavior, and examines measurement in the context of a behavior-based safety processStricoff, R.Scott et al. | 2000
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BEST PRACTICES: SELECTING A SAFETY & HEALTH CONSULTANTPopp, J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - OTHER VOICES: THE BEHAVIORAL APPROACH TO SAFETY MANAGEMENT - Is BBS "the future of safety"? It is not new, the author contends; to demonstrate, he provides a brief history of BBS and its origins. In addition, he discusses qualities that distinguish a good BBS approach from a bad one, a lasting strategy from a short-lived onePetersen, Dan et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - THE SAFETY PROFESSIONAL'S ROLE IN CORRECTIVE ACTION MANAGEMENT - Follow-up and documentation are two key steps in the accident investigation process. Unfortunately, they are often either omitted or completed in a hap-hazard manner. The author describes several activities that safety professionals can perform to ensure that corrective actions have been implemented. He also outlines what documents should be included in the accident fileStalnaker, C.Keith et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - BEST PRACTICES: SELECTING A SAFETY & HEALTH CONSULTANT - Hiring a safety consultant can be a difficult process. This article discusses several typical reasons why a firm might hire a consultant, and explains elements that it should consider when selecting one.Popp, Jack et al. | 2000
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THE SAFETY PROFESSIONAL'S ROLE IN CORRECTIVE ACTION MANAGEMENTStalnaker, C. K. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - 10 LEADERSHIP QUALITIES FOR A TOTAL SAFETY CULTURE - Key differences between safety management and safety leadership are reviewed, with emphasis on the need for greater leadershipGeller, E.Scott et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - WHAT DO ACCIDENTS TRULY COST? DETERMINING TOTAL INCIDENT COSTS - Safety pays, but how do safety professionals prove it? One effective way, the author says, is to understand and communicate the total cost of accidents. He outlines a method that involves determining both direct and indirect costsLaBelle, Jeffery E. et al. | 2000
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10 LEADERSHIP QUALITIES FOR A TOTAL SAFETY CULTUREGeller, E. S. et al. | 2000
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WHAT DO ACCIDENTS TRULY COST? DETERMINING TOTAL INCIDENT COSTSLaBelle, J. E. et al. | 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - SAFETY MEDIA & LITERATURE| 2000
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COLLISIONS WITH SLOW-MOVING VEHICLESWickes, H. G. / Nelson, G. S. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - OTHER VOICES: OS&H IN AUSTRALIA -- 25 YEARS IN REVIEW - This article provides an account of safety in Australia. During his career, the author has witnessed many incidents in which lives were lost or severe injuries occurred. As a result of these events, the author questions whether OSH has advanced sufficiently in his countryRobotham, George et al. | 2000
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OTHER VOICES: OS&H IN AUSTRALIA-25 YEARS IN REVIEWRobotham, G. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - COLLISIONS WITH SLOW-MOVING VEHICLES - This article explores whether an ordinary driver with normal human capabilities can reasonably avoid a collision with a slow-moving vehicle. The authors discuss elements of human perception and response timeWickes Jr, Henry G. et al. | 2000
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FIVE PRINCIPLES OF SOUND TRAININGAdams, S. J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - FIVE PRINCIPLES OF SOUND TRAINING - Author discusses how application of Malcolm Knowles's "foundation stones of modern adult learning theory" can lead to improved safety and health training.Adams, Shawn I. et al. | 2000
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WORKPLACE TIPS: GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR PROTECTIVE APPAREL| 2000
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FEATURES - WORKPLACE TIPS: GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR PROTECTIVE APPAREL - This column presents information on the proper use and care of protective clothing, as well as tips for selecting protective footwear.| 2000
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TO PERMIT OR NOT TO PERMIT? SHOULD YOU BE ASKING THIS QUESTION?Gammel, G. W. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - TO PERMIT OR NOT TO PERMIT SHOULD YOU BE ASKING THIS QUESTION? In large chemical manufacturing facilities, many types of work can be in progress, with multiple crafts involved. How can management be sure that all personnel are aware of and prepared for this activity? Via a comprehensive permit system that covers general work, hot work, confined space entry and fire system repairsGammel, Gerald W. et al. | 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - ASSE ANNUAL REPORT| 2000
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FEATURES - OTHER VOICES: SAFETY CULTURE ENRICHMENT: WHY TAKE THE CIRCLE ROUTE? - The author suggests a better way to safety improvement: Recognize the relationship between beliefs-values and outcomes, and deal directly with cultureEckenfelder, Donald J. et al. | 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - TRAINING RESOURCES| 2000
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SAFETY CULTURE ENRICHMENT: WHY TAKE THE CIRCLE ROUTE?Eckenfelder, D. J. et al. | 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PPE PRODUCTS| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PRODUCT PROFILE: ERGONOMIC PRODUCTS| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PERSONNEL CENTER| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PDC PRODUCT PREVIEW| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - ASSE FOUNDATION ADVOCATE| 2000
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IMPACT OF MAINTENANCE FUNCTION ON PLANT SAFETYRay, P. S. / Batson, R. G. / Weems, W. H. / Wan, Q. / Sorock, G. S. / Matz, S. / Cotnam, J. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - SPECIAL REPORT: IMPACT OF MAINTENANCE FUNCTION ON PLANT SAFETY - This article reports findings of research supported by a fellowship from the ASSE Foundation and Liberty Mutual Research Center for Safety and HealthRay, Paul S. et al. | 2000
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FEATURES - ASSE ELECTION PREVIEW: MEET THE CANDIDATES - Qualifications of candidates for ASSE's 2000-2001 elected offices| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PRODUCT PROFILE: CONSTRUCTION SAFETY| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY| 2000
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CONSTRUCTION SAFETY: AN INTERVIEW WITH STEWART BURKHAMMER| 2000
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FEATURES - CONSTRUCTION SAFETY: AN INTERVIEW WITH STEWART BURKHAMMER - Professional Safety recently sat down with Stewart Burkhammer, P.E., CSP, acting chair of the OSHA Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health, to discuss the committee's activities and the overall state of safety in the construction industry| 2000
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FEATURES - ED LANDRY: A TRUE CHAMPION OF THE SAFETY PROFESSION - A review of the storied career of 1955-56 Society President Ed Landry, who recently passed away.| 2000
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ED LANDRY: A TRUE CHAMPION OF THE SAFETY PROFESSION A review of the storied career of 1955-56 Society President Ed Landry, who recently passed away| 2000
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FEATURES - ASSE ANNUAL REPORT 1999-2000 IN REVIEW| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PRODUCT PROFILE: CONFINED SPACES| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - 1999 PS ARTICLE INDEX| 2000
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NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - NEWS, VIEWS & OTHER DEPARTMENTS - PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY| 2000