road weight and use restrictions. In the report, the committee also recommends policy changes for a consistent source of funding for research into hazards, risks and best safety practices, and for the development of a Uniform Vehicle Code that reflects uses oi modem agricultural equipment, which should be adopted by all states. ROADWAY SAFETY ATA Cautions About Dangers erf "Hypermiling" People looking to save money on fuel can use driving techniques that maxi- mize their vehicle's fuel economy. In fact, a recent issue of U.S. Ne zcs mu World Re p ort listed "hypermiling" as one of 50 ways to improve your life in 2009. One transportation industry organization, American Trucking Association (ATA), has publicly stated that it agrees that cer- tain hypermiling practices such as slow- ing down, eliminating jackrabbit starts, reducing engine idling and using cruise control have benefits. However, it cau- tions that "the more extreme techniques, such as over-inflating tires, shutting off a vehicle's engine while in motion and tail- gating trucks in an attempt to draft, can cause catastrophic results." The issue was a recent topic of discussion by ATA on BizCentral.org, a blog community for business assKiations. Find the post at www.bizcentral.org/american-trucking -association/2009/Q2/hypermiiing-to -save-fuel-not-t. php. WATER SAFETY Free Chlorine institute Publications Focus on Safety, Security (f Water Tatment Operations The Chk)rine Institute (CI) is offering 19 free technical pamphlets to help water, wastewater and swimming pool opera- tors keep their facilities more safe and secure. The available dcKuments include The Chlorine Manual; Water and Waste- water Operators Chlorine Handbcwk; Recommended Practices for Handling Chlorine Bulk Highway Transports; Recommended Practices for Handling Chlorine Tank Cars; First Aid, Medical Ma nagement/Sun,'ei] lance and Occu- pational Hygiene Monitoring Practices for Chlorine; Emergency Response Plans ft)r Chlor-Alkali, Scdium Hypochlorite, and Hydrogen Chloride Facilities; PPE for Chlor-Alkali Chemicals; Atmospheric Monitoring Equipment for Chlorine; Recommendations for Prevention of Personal Injuries for Chlorine Producer and User Facilities; Emergency Shut-Off Systems for Bulk Transfer of Chlorine; and Safe Handling of Chlorine Contain- ing Nitrogen Trichloride. To download the pamphlets, visit www.chlorineinstitute.org. Click on the "Bookstore" button, then on "Free Safety Pamphlets." Visitors must take a short survey to access a complete list of the free publications, which Cl says will help it determine the "success of providing free safety information to key stakeholders throughout the chlor-alkali industry." FIRE PREVENTION lUFPA initiative Focuses on Home Fire Sprinklers Homes with automatic fire sprinklers and working smoke alarms reduce the risk of an occupant dying in a fire by 827o. That is a fact that NFPA will tout through its Fire Sprinkler Initiative: Bringing Safety Home. The goal is to encourage adoption of requirements for automatic fire sprin- klers in new one - and twofamily homes, something NFPA has long advocated. NFPA has launched a new website for the initiativewww.firesprinklerinitia tive.org. "It will be the source of materials KEEP YOUR CAREER COMPETITIVE, OBTAIN A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SAFETY CERTIEICATION ASP-CSP/OHST/CHST Two Ways to Prepare (2009 Blueprint) We offer "Workshops" or "Home Study Workbooks" for the leading Safety Certifications. ASP or CSP or OHST or CHST. Each workshop reviews all required math skills (not a separate course). Our three day Workshops use the first volume of our home study workbook as a guide to review the areas covered on each individual exam; discuss testing strategy: review reference material and answer approximately 340 sample questions with full answer explanations. Volume 11 of each workbook contains home study self-examinations and provides multiple sets of questions, answers and explanations to assist in identifying your weak areas for additional study. The $850 cost for each workshop includes the two-volume workbooks and a scientillc calculator. Workbooks and/or CDRoms are available for home study for each certification at a cost of: Workbooks (set of 2) or CDRom each S275.OO Workbooks & CDRom $375.00 C heck. Purchase Order or Visa/MC/AE to: SPAN International Training Safety Workshops Formerly LAS VEGAS/SRS Safety Workshops 4226 Greenbriar Drive Nixa, MO6574 Phone: 1-888-589-6757 Fax: 1-417-724-2883 www.spantraining.com Workshop Schedule ASP (Safety Fundamentals) Dallas TX Mayl 1-13, 2009 SpringHeld MO* Jun 10-12. 2009 Seattle WA Jul 13-15. 2009 Las Vegas NV Aug 10-12,2009 Houston TX Sep 14-16, 2009 Pittsburgh PA Oct 5-7, 2009 Springfield MO* Nov 11-13, 2009 CSP (Comprehensive Practices) Dallas TX May 14-16,2009 Springfield MO* Jun 15-17. 2009 Seattle WA Jul 16-18. 2009 Las Vegas NV Aug 13-15,2009 Houston TX Sep 17-19,2009 Pittsburgh PA Oct 8-10, 2009 Springlleld MO* Nov 16-18. 2009 * Reduced price - S775.00 OHST/CHST Las Vegas NV Aug 24-26/Aug 27-29, 2009 Private Workshops available, call for quotes. Visit www.asse.org/links to reach this advertiser 18 PROFESSIONAL SAFETY MAY 2009 www.asse.org advocates can use when talking to com- munity leaders, elected officials and oth- ers to get home sprinkler requirements in place, either through ordinances or adop- tion of model safety codes," NFPA explains. The site will also host a discus- sion foRim and will incorporate various sixrial networking toots. OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY Crossing Guards at Risk for Injuries Many drivers see them every day helping kids safely cross the street as they arrive at or leave schoi>l. Yet, many proba- hiy don't realize how dangerous it is to be a school crossing guard. ITie New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services and NIOSH recently studied the hazards and issued a report, found at www.nj , gov / health / surv / documents / xgua rd s rpt.pdf, as well as a hazard alert tliat details preventive measures; it can be found at www.nj.gov/health/surv/doc uments/njcrossing guards.pdf. MACHINE SAFEGUARDING NIOSH Seeks Partners for Safety Device To better improve safety and protect workers, NIOSH developed the JamAlert system, which automatically terminates power to a machine when a jam is detect- ed and initiates a system that prevents the machine from being tumed hack on before the am is cleared. Tlie technology was granted a patent (US 7,493,854) on Feb. 24,2009. According to NIOSH, the device could be adapted to machinery tbat is prone to jamming and/or requires a secondary level of lockout control. The agency is interested in identifying part- ners to further test and move the technol- ogy into the workplace. To leam more about tbis partnering opportunity, contact John Powers at jpowers@cdc.gov. CONSTRUCTION SAFETY Virtual Safety Tour Exposes Common Hazards SH&E professionals know that when company executives take a proactive role in SH&E efforts, site safety improves. Nowhere is this more true than on con- strLiction jobsites, say National Electrical Contractors Association and Intemational Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). The organizations have partnered to pro- duce a 4-minute video report highlighting simple steps building owners can take to increase safety and significantly reduce costs. During the program, Jim Dollard, safety director of IBEW Local 98, leads viewers through a tour of a high-rise con- struction project in Philadelphia, pointing out common hazards such as falls, secure footing, ladder safety and electrical safety, and offering practical solutions owners can take to make their sites safer. The report is available on ElectricTV.net at http: / / electrictv.net/safetywalk.aspx. HEARING PROTECTION Website Covers Proposed lURR Labeling Changes EPA is currently working to better align noise reduction ratings (NRR) witb real- world use of hearing protection. As a result, several proposed changes to test- ing, labeling and regulations are under- way A new website, www.NRRUpdate .com, provides the latest information, reg- ulatory updates, expert insights and resources. The site is sponsored by E-A-R, Peltor and 3M. "There are several gencies and steps involved before tbe changes can go into effect," notes E-A-R's Elliott Berger. "Visitors can leam about tbe vari- ous agencies involved, including EPA and ANSI, and better understand how tbey fit into the regulatory pr^Kess. They can also see side-by-side comparisons of the old and proposed new labels and the ration- ale behind tbe revised standard, which should ultimately make it easier to choose effective hearing protection." For hotel and travei arrangements: TTI Travel. Inc. TeL(866) 674-3476 fax (Z12) 67 . 34 7 Far show information: Messe Dsseldorf North America 150 North Michigan Avenue Suite 292D Chicago. IL 60601 Tel. (3!? 81-51BO Fa (312) 7B1-51B8 E-mail: infQ@ littp://ww.rr Lufthansa Official Airline Messe Dsseldorf North America Visit www.asse.org/link5 to reach this advertiser www.asse.org MAY 2004 PROFESSIONAL SAFETY 19