Occupational safety and health

Global Deep Sea Mining Technologies, Equipment, and Mineral Targets (2019-2030) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, July 8, 2019

The "Deep Sea Mining Technologies, Equipment and Mineral Targets" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Deep Sea Mining Technologies, Equipment and Mineral Targets" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Companies and institutions (including government bodies) that are not yet active in the deep sea mining market but have applied for licensing and have shown interest in deep sea mining.
  • APAC is the largest market for deep sea mining in terms of licenses granted for deep sea mining activities.
  • APAC is also expected to see the largest revenue from deep sea mining activities in the coming years.

PG&E Begins Daily Aerial Patrols to Spot Wildfires and Speed Response

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has begun daily aerial fire detection patrols across thousands of miles of its service area.

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  • Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has begun daily aerial fire detection patrols across thousands of miles of its service area.
  • This is the sixth year for these patrols which assist the U.S. Forest Service, CAL FIRE and local fire agencies with early fire detection and response.
  • Seven planes will fly daily routes from late afternoon until dusk, the time of day when wildfires are most likely to start.
  • The aerial patrols are just one tool that PG&E utilizes to reduce the risk of wildfires.

Oil & Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market: Shifting Focus Toward the Usage of Green Chemicals to Provide Opportunities - Global Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2019-2024 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Expansion of oil refineries across the world is also likely to boost the demand for oil & gas water treatment chemicals.

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  • Expansion of oil refineries across the world is also likely to boost the demand for oil & gas water treatment chemicals.
  • Shifting focus toward the usage of green chemicals is likely to provide opportunities for the market growth in the future.
  • In 2018, the oil & gas production has witnessed a significant growth in China which is likely to increase the demand for oil & gas water treatment chemicals.
  • The market for oil & gas water treatment chemicals is partly fragmented as the market share is divided among several key players.

US Brain Cancer Market and Competitive Landscape Highlights, 2019 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

The "US Brain Cancer Market and Competitive Landscape - 2019" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "US Brain Cancer Market and Competitive Landscape - 2019" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The latest research, US Brain Cancer Market and Competitive Landscape Highlights - 2019, provides comprehensive insights into Brain Cancer pipeline products, Brain Cancer epidemiology, Brain Cancer market valuations and forecast, Brain Cancer drugs sales and competitive landscape in the US.
  • Brain Cancer pipeline: Find out the products in clinical trials for the treatment of Brain Cancer by development phase 3, phase 2, and phase 1, by pharmacological class and companies developing the products
    Brain Cancer drugs: Identify key products marketed and prescribed for Brain Cancer in the US, including trade name, molecule name, and company
    Brain Cancer market valuations: Find out the market size for Brain Cancer drugs in 2018 in the US.
  • Find out how the market advanced from 2014 and forecast to 2024
    Brain Cancer drugs market share: Find out the market shares for key Brain Cancer drugs in the US
    Evaluate commercial market opportunity assessment, positioning, and segmentation for Brain Cancer products

ASEAN, Direct Relief Boost Disaster Response Capacity in the Philippines

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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

To bolster the facility's response capacity, global humanitarian aid organization Direct Relief committed $500,000 in funding for the procurement and stockpiling of essential emergency materials for deployment in emergencies throughout the ASEAN region.

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  • To bolster the facility's response capacity, global humanitarian aid organization Direct Relief committed $500,000 in funding for the procurement and stockpiling of essential emergency materials for deployment in emergencies throughout the ASEAN region.
  • "For disaster-prone areas, the lessons of preparation, resiliency, and prevention need not be learned again," said Thomas Tighe, President and CEO of Direct Relief.
  • Direct Relief is also funding and providing disaster relief items in both Malaysia and the Philippines, and has provided medical aid deployed to disasters by the AHA Centre, working with the Malaysian Air Force, from the Malaysian facility.
  • Working with ASEAN, the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC), and the AHA Centre, Direct Relief will help ensure that high priority relief items are ready to go before a disaster occurs.

Worldwide Toluene Market Insights & Projections to 2024 (2019 Edition): Segmented by Technology, Application and Region

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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

According to the report, the global toluene market reached a value of US$ 22.5 Billion in 2018.

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  • According to the report, the global toluene market reached a value of US$ 22.5 Billion in 2018.
  • The market is anticipated to reach a value of US$ 31.1 Billion by 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.6% during 2019-2024.
  • This report provides a deep insight into the global toluene market covering all its essential aspects.
  • The growing applications of toluene and its derivatives in numerous industries represent the key growth inducing factors for the market.

OSHA's Safety Message on Heat Illness Prevention Comes Down to Three Words: WATER. REST. SHADE.

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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

OSHA standards require employers with workers exposed to high temperatures to establish a heat illness prevention program that incorporates water, rest and shade as key elements of worker protection.

Key Points: 
  • OSHA standards require employers with workers exposed to high temperatures to establish a heat illness prevention program that incorporates water, rest and shade as key elements of worker protection.
  • The page also offers resources for specific industries, an overview of OSHA's heat-related standards and links to heat safety apps for both iPhones and Android phones.
  • Programs offered include OSHA safety standards, Outreach Trainer courses, Cal/OSHA standards and customized on-site safety training.
  • For more information, including a complete course schedule, visit the OSHA Training Institute Education Center website , email otc(at)clpccd(dot)org or call (866) 936-OSHA (6742).

System Source - Volunteers to Run Disaster Assistance Calls

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

System Source has agreed, for the month of July, to assist remotely, (from their headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD), running the call center: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. every day.

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  • System Source has agreed, for the month of July, to assist remotely, (from their headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD), running the call center: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. every day.
  • Bob Roswell, System Source's co-founder and leader of this initiative.Bob Roswell is also a member of Information Technology Disaster Resource Center (ITDRC) and has participated in many disaster relief efforts.
  • System Source is a regional systems integrator.We have the people, processes and tools to help clients improve, maintain and acquire IT and AV Systems.
  • The System Source Foundation matches employee contributions to the community.

Robin Bouvier and Michael LaCrosse Join Worksite Wellness Council of Massachusetts (WWCMA) Board of Directors; Terry LaMonica Added as New Staff Member

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

BOSTON, July 2, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Worksite Wellness Council of Massachusetts (WWCMA) has announced two new members of their Board of Directors.

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  • BOSTON, July 2, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Worksite Wellness Council of Massachusetts (WWCMA) has announced two new members of their Board of Directors.
  • She is a licensed health insurance broker, certified Corporate Athlete Boot Camp Trainer, Certified Wellness Program Coordinator and Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist.
  • The Worksite Wellness Council of Massachusetts (WWCMA) is the preeminent, independent and objective resource for well-being in the workplace.
  • The Council offers innovative wellness best practice education, networking and training along with insightful resources for use by Massachusetts organizations and their corporate wellness teams.

Nova Medical Centers Announces 50th Location Milestone

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

INDIANAPOLIS, July 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Nova Medical Centers, the nation's leading occupational healthcare provider, announces today the opening of its 50th facility in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, July 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Nova Medical Centers, the nation's leading occupational healthcare provider, announces today the opening of its 50th facility in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • For more information about Nova Medical Centers, including the new location and services, please visit n-o-v-a.com
    About Nova Medical Centers Home of Occuflex:
    As the largest 100% occupational health provider in the nation, Nova treats on-the-job injuries, conducts pre-employment services and screens, and offers preventative care services.
  • Nova Medical Centers provides work injury care services, pre-employment testing, drug screens, physical therapy, and online medical reporting.
  • Nova Medical Centers continues to revolutionize occupational healthcare and strives to provide the best occupational medical services possible.