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Werner Kicks Off Month of May with 500 Nationwide Safety Training Sessions Planned In Support of OSHA Safety Stand-Down

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月曜日, 4月 29, 2024

ITASCA, Ill., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Werner, the world leader in ladders and manufacturer of climbing products and fall protection equipment, with an unwavering commitment to worker safety, will once again partner with the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) on the annual National Safety Stand-Down Initiative. Supporting site and safety leaders, these training events help raise awareness about fall hazards to help keep professionals' safe on the work site. These events are critical to safeguard construction and trade professionals and Werner is committed to offering the knowledge, resources and tools to ensure professionals arrive home safely every day.

Key Points: 
  • "We typically start preparing for Safety Stand Down almost a year ahead of time, said Chad Lingerfelt, Werner National Safety and Security Director.
  • With a total of 500 safety events scheduled nationwide, the Werner National Jobsite, Safety and Security  (JSS) team will be traveling the United States to lead training sessions.
  • Training Events: Throughout the month of May, Werner will host on-site training events focused on fall protection, ladder safety and general jobsite safety best practices.
  • End-users who participate in the Werner Safety Stand Down jobsite trainings will receive a certificate of completion for proof of training.

Fewer pedestrian accidents and better traffic flow in Florida

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金曜日, 5月 3, 2024

Orlando, April 22, 2024 – Pinellas County, Florida, has selected Kapsch TrafficCom for the ATCMTD-sponsored project to improve mobility and safety.

Key Points: 
  • Orlando, April 22, 2024 – Pinellas County, Florida, has selected Kapsch TrafficCom for the ATCMTD-sponsored project to improve mobility and safety.
  • The project continues the county’s commitment of investing in emerging technologies to advance transportation operations.
  • Pinellas County has the highest percentage of pedestrian-involved crashes and fatalities in Florida.
  • The Pinellas County project will also target the problem of increasing congestion along major arterials in the county.

Breathalyzer Market Booms with Technological Advances; Key to Reducing Alcohol-Related Road Deaths

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木曜日, 4月 25, 2024

Probation Officer, Neil Friedel stated, “In a relatively short period of time the Breath Logix device has become an invaluable device under our 24/7 Sobriety Program. The device allows our clients to autonomously get tested for breath alcohol without the need for our clinic to station a full-time administrator -- its a game changer for us. Our clinic is saving time and money daily with the Breath Logix device deployed in our office. It has quickly become part of our daily routine and work flow process in our clinic.”

Key Points: 
  • With increasing concerns over road safety and stringent legal measures against drunk driving, the demand for breathalyzers has surged globally.
  • Alcohol-impaired driving remains a critical concern worldwide, contributing significantly to road accidents and fatalities.
  • According to the World Health Organization, road traffic injuries caused by alcohol impairment are a major public health problem that account for nearly 1.35 million deaths annually.
  • In the United States alone, about 28% of all traffic-related deaths are attributed to alcohol-impaired driving.

Media Advisory: Day of Mourning 2024 - CLC President Bea Bruske to attend Vancouver event

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水曜日, 4月 24, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC President Bea Bruske will be speaking at the Vancouver & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC President Bea Bruske will be speaking at the Vancouver & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.
  • This year’s Day of Mourning theme is “Safe work now!” and Canada’s unions are marking the day with a call to action for decision makers and employers to take immediate, concrete steps to keep people safe at work.
  • There were 993 workplace fatalities and 348,747 lost time claims accepted by workers' compensation boards across Canada in 2022.
  • In British Columbia, there were 181 accepted workplace fatalities and 62,294 accepted lost time claims.

Media Advisory: Day of Mourning 2024 - CLC Executive Vice-President Larry Rousseau to attend Regina event

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水曜日, 4月 24, 2024

REGINA, Saskatchewan, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC Executive Vice-President Larry Rousseau will be speaking at the Regina & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.

Key Points: 
  • REGINA, Saskatchewan, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC Executive Vice-President Larry Rousseau will be speaking at the Regina & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.
  • This year’s Day of Mourning theme is “Safe work now!” and Canada’s unions are marking the day with a call to action for decision makers and employers to take immediate, concrete steps to keep people safe at work.
  • There were 993 workplace fatalities and 348,747 lost time claims accepted by workers' compensation boards across Canada in 2022.
  • In Saskatchewan, there were 39 accepted workplace fatalities and 8,801 accepted lost time claims.

Media Advisory: Day of Mourning 2024 - CLC Executive Vice-President Siobhán Vipond to attend Ottawa-area events

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水曜日, 4月 24, 2024

OTTAWA, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC Executive Vice-President Siobhán Vipond will be speaking at the Ottawa & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC Executive Vice-President Siobhán Vipond will be speaking at the Ottawa & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.
  • Vipond will also speak at the Lanark District Labour Council’s Day of Mourning event, later that day.
  • There were 993 workplace fatalities and 348,747 lost time claims accepted by workers' compensation boards across Canada in 2022.
  • Adjacent to Rideau Canal Museum, Smiths Falls, ON
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Media Advisory: Day of Mourning 2024 - CLC President Bea Bruske to attend Vancouver event

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水曜日, 4月 24, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC President Bea Bruske will be speaking at the Vancouver & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC President Bea Bruske will be speaking at the Vancouver & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.
  • This year’s Day of Mourning theme is “Safe work now!” and Canada’s unions are marking the day with a call to action for decision makers and employers to take immediate, concrete steps to keep people safe at work.
  • There were 993 workplace fatalities and 348,747 lost time claims accepted by workers' compensation boards across Canada in 2022.
  • In British Columbia, there were 181 accepted workplace fatalities and 62,294 accepted lost time claims.

Media Advisory: Day of Mourning 2024 - CLC Secretary-Treasurer Lily Chang to attend Saint John event

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水曜日, 4月 24, 2024

SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC Secretary-Treasurer Lily Chang will be speaking at the Saint John & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.

Key Points: 
  • SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLC Secretary-Treasurer Lily Chang will be speaking at the Saint John & District Labour Council’s annual Day of Mourning ceremony on Sunday, April 28th.
  • This year’s Day of Mourning theme is “Safe work now!” and Canada’s unions are marking the day with a call to action for decision makers and employers to take immediate, concrete steps to keep people safe at work.
  • There were 993 workplace fatalities and 348,747 lost time claims accepted by workers' compensation boards across Canada in 2022.
  • In New Brunswick, there were 13 accepted workplace fatalities and 3,896 accepted lost time claims.

ATV industry players unite on safer riding for youth; Ontario Quad Safety Council launches new online training program

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火曜日, 4月 23, 2024

OTTAWA, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to reduce injuries and fatalities amongst young ATV riders, a group of industry players joined forces to launch online rider safety training for youth today. Ready to RideON is an Ontario Quad Safety Council program, developed in partnership with the Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicle Clubs (OFATV), Yamaha Motor Canada, and Bombardier Recreational Products.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to reduce injuries and fatalities amongst young ATV riders, a group of industry players joined forces to launch online rider safety training for youth today.
  • Ready to RideON is an Ontario Quad Safety Council program, developed in partnership with the Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicle Clubs (OFATV), Yamaha Motor Canada , and Bombardier Recreational Products .
  • “We know that helping these young riders build confidence and skills is key to mitigating accidents across the province.
  • Currently, youth aged 12 to 15 are allowed to ride on trails in Ontario and no rider training or rider safety education is required.

Attorney Witherite: Tesla's Autopilot Crashes Stir Concerns for Autonomous Trucks in Texas and Georgia

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水曜日, 5月 1, 2024

Amy Witherite, a notable Texas attorney and founder of Witherite Law Group, highlights the ongoing issues and fatalities linked to Tesla's autonomous driving feature.

Key Points: 
  • Amy Witherite, a notable Texas attorney and founder of Witherite Law Group, highlights the ongoing issues and fatalities linked to Tesla's autonomous driving feature.
  • In 2024, there are plans to introduce autonomous tractor-trailers on the roads of Texas and Georgia.
  • The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently disclosed the findings of a two-year investigation into Tesla’s Autopilot, uncovering hundreds of crashes, including 13 fatal ones.
  • Unlike autonomous vehicles, crashes involving aviation or railroads can result in swift action by agencies or Congress to ground planes or mandate new safety systems.