On June 8, 2006 an American Trans Air airplane at LaGuardia Airport, New York en route to Chicago, Illinois sustained substantial damage when a foreign object struck the tail of the airplane during taxi.  The foreign object happened to be an aluminum diamond plate which was used to cover the area of the taxiway that was receiving maintenance.  The aluminum diamond plate damaged the right horizontal stabilizer.  There were no injuries to the crewmembers and passengers aboard but this resulted in improper airport maintenance by contract maintenance personnel.

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In most manufacturing facilities aerial work platforms are used to access elevated work areas.  When operators and maintenance personnel need to access these work areas for extended amounts of time lifts are used with a platforms supported by scissors, masts or booms.  Work platforms tend to be safer than ladders, especially when working at higher elevations for longer periods of time.  In order for these platforms to be safe and efficient as possible however, it is critical for users to operate and maintain them according to regulations and manufacturer requirements.

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Accidental falls are the leading injury-related visits to the ER.  Almost 9 million visits occur each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  The Home Safety Council (HSC) states that 33 percent of deaths and 40 percent of nonfatal injuries occur within people’s homes.  These falls may happen anywhere, anytime. The two age groups which are at highest risk are children under 5 and older adults over 70.  Many physicians suggest removing clutter in your home, making sure hallways and staircases are well lit, repairing loose stairway carpeting or boards and adding padding to play areas.

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In the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) Bikeway Facility Design Manual requirements for safety on highway bridges with bikeways is addressed.

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Regular maintenance of floor grating is vital to its long-term welfare.  There is no grating available that remains in optimum condition without regular cleaning and maintenance.  Grating takes a lot of wear and tear and must be consistently taken care of.

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As the American workforce is aging and the “Baby Boomers” are still going strong, the ASSE (American Society of Safety Engineers) suggest businesses should begin thinking about environments and ways of doing a job that help older workers maximize productivity and minimize errors and risks.  Even though aging brings on increased risks, older workers generally do not take it easy while they are on the job.  Their experience, work ethic and knowledge make them extremely valuable even as they may face additional obstacles as they age.
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Safety professionals from a wide range of industries such as manufacturing, government, construction and service industries attend the event to experience and view safety products and services.

Location:
McCormick Place Convention Center
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60616

Booth Number:
1109

Dates:
June 12 – 14, 2011

Exhibit Hours:

The event attracts nearly 12,000 safety professionals from a variety of industries such as aerospace, agriculture, government, manufacturing, transportation and utilities. Visitors have the opportunity to view innovative products that help provide safety and protection to employees.

Location:
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Booth Number:
2608

Dates:
October 31 – November 2, 2011

Exhibit Hours:

Features exhibitors from a variety of industries including food processing, textiles, pharmaceutical and manufacturing. Attendees have the opportunity to explore the latest products in packaging machinery, processing machinery, converting machinery, materials, packages, containers and components.

Location:
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Booth Number:
C-4819

Dates:
September 26 – 28, 2011

Exhibit Hours:

Stairways are an essential part of large buildings.  These stairways, built with metal stairs in some cases, can become slick and oily in certain situations, creating hazardous walking conditions for workers and visitors alike.  Creating a safe workplace from blueprints to building is dependent on owners, designers and employers working together to create a safe environment.  In order to protect workers and visitors, fall hazards must be thought of and designed out of new buildings in the initial planning stages.

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