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Annual DOL OIG report points out challenges and outlines recommendations for OSHA

Washington — OSHA “continues to be hampered” by the lack of a permanent standard on infectious diseases and “needs to address worksite violence,” a new report states.




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How do people with abusive supervisors recover after work? Researchers explore

Buffalo, NY — What do workers do to recover when their boss or manager engages in “nonphysical aggression such as humiliating or threatening subordinates, or taking credit for their work”? A pair of researchers recently set out to answer that question.




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Colorado will fund program to create recovery-friendly workplaces

Denver — Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) has signed legislation that includes funding aimed at establishing recovery friendly workplaces and supporting people in recovery from substance use disorders.




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The gig economy and worker safety

The definition of the gig economy is far from clear-cut, but experts agree that the ranks are growing – raising questions about who is responsible for gig workers' on-the-job safety and health.




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Groups file motion to intervene in lawsuit against OSHA recordkeeping rule

Washington – Several public health advocacy groups have filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit that aims to undo OSHA’s requirement for employers to electronically submit worker injury and illness data for public view.




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Don’t become ‘numb’ to workplace deaths and illnesses, AFL-CIO president says during Workers’ Memorial Week

Washington — AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka cautioned the public not to become “numb” to workplace fatalities and illnesses, as the labor federation released its annual report detailing the hazards workers face every day.




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Advocacy groups to NHTSA: Reconsider ‘fatally flawed’ final rule on ‘underride’ guards for large trucks

Washington — A pair of advocacy groups are calling on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to reconsider a final rule aimed at strengthening protections for drivers and passengers in light vehicles involved in “underride” crashes, which occur when vehicles strike the rear of large trucks and slide underneath.




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Hazard recognition

Hazards are all around us. Although some are easy to see, many are not. The trick is learning to spot the hidden hazards.




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CSB to vote on OSHA’s 'unacceptable' implementation of recommendations

Washington – The Chemical Safety Board has scheduled a meeting to consider whether OSHA's responses to some of the board's recommendations have been "unacceptable," and to launch its Most Wanted Chemical Safety Improvements Program.




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Stay safe during holiday decorating, CPSC says

Washington – Noting an increase in holiday decorating injuries last year, the Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued safety tips for consumers.




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Recognize the signs of opioid misuse

Opioid use disorder is defined by Johns Hopkins Medicine as a medical condition in which you’re unable to abstain from using opioids, and behaviors centered around opioid use that interfere with daily life.




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Recognize the signs of impairment

Alcohol, cannabis, prescription drugs, fatigue and mental distress can all cause impairment in the workplace. “Impairment risks are everyone’s responsibility,” the National Safety Council says.




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New for EMS/911 workers: infection prevention and control recommendations

Rockville, MD — A new report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality outlines ways that emergency medical service and 911 workers can be exposed to infectious pathogens and offers recommendations for infection prevention and control.




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A ‘second summer’ forecast includes risks of high heat, wildfires

State College, PA — The threats of high heat and wildfires are expected to persist well into autumn, AccuWeather says – meaning workers could be at risk.




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Safety board investigation of explosion at paint and coatings plant leads to recommendations

Washington — Chemical facilities should be confirming that equipment can function within the safe operating limits documented in process safety guidance while ensuring quality during all situations – including emergencies, the Chemical Safety Board says.




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Second extension for USDA pork processing line speed trial

Washington — The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it’s extending a trial of faster line speeds at select pork-processing facilities so it can design a study to assess worker safety.




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Safety board investigation of Ohio train derailment leads to recommendations

Washington — The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a series of recommendations to several entities in a new report on the Feb. 3, 2023, train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.




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Professional drivers receive recognition for being safe

Orlando, FL — The National Safety Council, during the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, honored 14 professional drivers who have helped make roads and communities safer.




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Montmorency Tart Cherries: Recovery Boost

The use of tart cherry products to aid recovery after strenuous exercise is becoming increasingly popular – relied on by college and professional athletes, as well as recreational exercisers.  




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New Dietary Guidelines for Americans Recommend Eggs for the Nutrition Babies Need for Brain Development

One of the best foods for a baby’s healthy brain development is already in most refrigerators: eggs. In an historic first, the newly released 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans include recommendations for birth to 24 months old and specifically recommend eggs as an important first food for infants and toddlers, as well as for pregnant women and lactating moms.




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Prairie Farms Recognized in 2024 WDE Championship Dairy Product Contest

"I would like to thank the Wisconsin Dairy Products Association for hosting the World Dairy Expo competition platform. Winning 65 awards is a great honor, and not only did we top last year's number of WDE awards, but we also retained our place as the competition's most-awarded dairy," said Matt McClelland, Prairie Farms CEO/EVP. 




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ECOsurfaces Introduces New Sustainable Desert & River Flooring Line

The new ECOsurfaces Desert & River commercial flooring line from Ecore, a company that transforms reclaimed materials into high-performance products that make people’s lives better, offers the architect and design community an innovative solution that fuses aesthetics and sustainability with ergonomics, acoustics and safety.




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Ecore’s New Rubber Recycling Program Helps Customers Achieve Circularity

Ecore International has been upcycling rubber into high-performance surfaces for over 40 years. The firm announces the launch of its TRUcircularity program, which aims to eliminate rubber waste by recycling and reimagining every end-of-life rubber floor. 




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Ecore Debuts Rubber Flooring for Light Strength and Conditioning Workouts

Designed from customer feedback and tailored specifically for light strength and conditioning workouts, Performance Motivate Plus complements Ecore’s Performance Beast flooring, which excels in handling heavier weights.




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Decocer to Unveil Rebranding at Cersaie 2024

The rebranding features a dynamic image, defined by a solid language, a timeless tone, and a modern approach, which aims to highlight the authentic value of ceramics.




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The 2024 NAFCD Annual Convention Recognizes Sponsors

NAFCD Executive Vice President Michael Wilbur applauds the sponsor who committed to the growth of the flooring distribution channel.




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Sherwin-Williams High Performance Flooring Decorative Coatings for Production and Office Facilities

Sherwin-Williams High Performance Flooring seamless flooring systems offers up durable, chemical resistant systems that cover a range of commercial applications, ranging from moderate to heavy use. The Resuflor systems integrate industrial-grade epoxy with flake or aggregate to create a decorative floor. 




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Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring Decorative Coatings for Spaces with Concrete Moisture Issues

Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring seamless flooring systems offers up durable, chemical resistant systems that cover a range of commercial applications, ranging from moderate to heavy use.




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Preliminary Results on the Ecology of Human Pathogens in the Southwest Environment Released

The study sought to better understand the ecology of human pathogens in the environment in the Southwest agricultural region, particularly how pathogens survive, move and possibly contaminate produce prior to harvest




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Changzhou Chenglu New Materials Becomes Välinge 5G Dry Licensee

Välinge announced that Changzhou Chenglu New Materials CO., Ltd. became a 5G Dry licensee and launched a collection of laminate products with increased waterproofness using the technology.




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Deconstructed Form Modular Carpet Explores Texture, Dimensionality

Patcraft has introduced its newest modular collection, Deconstructed Form, which is the latest adaptation within the patent pending Deconstructed platform.




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Floor & Decor Posts Mixed Q3 Results Amid Challenging Market; Continues Expansion

Despite tough market conditions, Floor & Decor saw slight sales growth of 0.9% to $1.12 billion in third quarter 2024, though net income fell 21.6% and same-store sales dropped 6.4%. The retailer maintained aggressive expansion, adding 11 new stores and planning 10 more openings in fourth quarter.




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Floor & Decor Appoints Nada Aried to Board of Directors

Floor & Decor appointed Nada Aried, executive vice president and Chief Digital Technology Officer of Safelite Autoglass, to its board of directors effective January 1, 2025.




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Unilin Secures Patent for Eco-Friendly PET Flooring Technology

The technology, marketed as "P-SPC" (PET-based Solid Polymer Composite), offers manufacturers a PVC-free alternative that maintains the familiar characteristics of traditional SPC (Solid Polymer Composite) flooring products.




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Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring Decorative Epoxy Coatings for Moderate to High-Use Areas

Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring seamless flooring systems offers up durable, chemical resistant systems that cover a range of commercial applications, ranging from moderate to heavy use.




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Ecore EcoSurfaces Rx Line Introduces AssurGrip Rx Resilient Vinyl Flooring

AssurGrip Rx vinyl flooring provides support and safety for commercial surfaces. 




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OTA recommendation

Hello, Was looking at international flights and only OTAs are coming with a domestic flight that follows the international flight from USA. When I searched for reviews, not one OTA has sterling reviews :p Will OTAs be fine if one does not make...



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Retail Imports Continue to Grow as Economy Expands

Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports should continue to see strong increases through spring and summer.




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NWFA Recognizes 41 Companies for Community Service

The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) recognized 41 member companies for community service in 2016.




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Bakeries to Record Significant Consumption of Dietary Fibers Amid Rising Preference for Fruit and Vegetable-Sourced Ingredients

The rapidly expanding worldwide population along with reduced nutrition awareness will increase the preference for natural food ingredients.




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Greener Distilleries: Designing, Procuring and Building for an Eco-Friendly Future

Changing the way that distilleries use resources is a great start, but the increased market for spirits means that green techniques must be factored into initial facility designs, as companies aim to raise their production capacity.




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Soft Robotics Becomes Oxipital AI

The company has divested its gripper business assets to the Schmalz Group to focus its resources and expertise on advancing the commercialization of its end-to-end visual AI solutions.




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Seeking Your Recommendations for Luxury Travel Experiences!

Hello FlyerTalk Community! I’m thrilled to join this forum dedicated to the world of travel, especially when it comes to luxury experiences! As someone who appreciates the finer things in life, I’m curious to learn from all of you.My...




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Misunderstanding Premium Economy

This showed up in my feed today, although its from 2022. https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2022/05/plane-seat-upgrade-premium-economy/655058/ https://archive.is/w0NwZ I think the author here missed the mark, or the airlines have...




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California Achieves Record Carpet Recycling Rate

 The California carpet recycling rate was 35% for the year 2023 and reached 41% in Q1 2024, pulling even with the statewide recycling rate for all materials. This annual rate is an 83% increase over 2019’s rate despite economic and operational challenges that have created significant headwinds.





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Los Angeles recommendations

We are planning an LA trip for February. We'd fly into LAX and rent a car. We're trying to minimize long drives. 1) We're planning to visit the Getty museums and some other things in the general area, so we're looking for a hotel in the general...



  • Luxury Hotels and Travel

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'Generation Z' and 'second generation': an agenda for learning from cross-cultural negotiations of the climate crisis in the lives of second generation immigrants.

Children's Geographies; 06/01/2021
(AN 151284196); ISSN: 14733285
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Landscapes as represented in textbooks and in students' imagination: stability, generational gap, image retention and recognisability.

Children's Geographies; 08/01/2021
(AN 152310091); ISSN: 14733285
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