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June 2013

Volume: 187
Edition: 6
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Safety on the line?

Poultry-processing rule would endanger workers, groups say
June 1, 2013
Ashley Johnson
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is working on a rule that would allow poultry plants to increase line speeds. Advocates say the change would further endanger poultry workers, who already experience high rates of musculoskeletal injuries.
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Training not required?

FMCSA must establish minimum training requirements for entry-level truck drivers by October
June 1, 2013
Thomas J. Bukowski
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Considering the skills necessary to handle a large truck – which is 20-30 times heavier than a passenger car – why are entry-level commercial truck drivers not required to go through formal training before being licensed?
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Safety in the palm of your hand -- mobile apps June 2013

Safety in the palm of your hand

How are safety professionals using mobile apps in the workplace?
June 1, 2013
Kyle W. Morrison
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Smartphones, tablets and their applications are ubiquitous in today’s society. But for safety professionals, apps can help educate workers on safety, improve safety communication and, according to some experts, save lives.
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Editor's Note: Time flies

June 1, 2013
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I’ve used “past and future” as a theme for this column before. But looking at the coverage in this month’s issue of Safety+Health, I’m struck by how, once more, it applies.
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