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#10 Machine Guarding: Examining Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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It is a broad enough topic that it netted 2,704 violations in 2013, good enough to round out the top 10 list. Guards must conform to appropriate standards and prevent the operator from having his body in the danger zone during operation. The regulation is also a very succinct rule with four main points. Top 10 OSHA Violations Examined.

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Policy Of Cranes and Derricks near Power Lines to Stay until Rule Can Be Changed

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Insulating link/device use under 1926.1410 power line safety (all voltages) equipment operations closer than the Table A zone. Accidents & Fatalities Construction General Industry Laws and Legislation Manufacturing Oil and Gas cranes derricks power lines' 2014 Interpretations. OSHA Definition of A HNOC Clarified for the HCS.

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Wyoming adopts two workplace safety measures

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5, 2013 approved two new workplace safety provisions for workers in the oil, gas and energy fields. The deficiencies Bhalla point to revolve around the commission not mandating safety shut off devices in “vehicular” and “mobile” engines within the danger zone. “80 80 percent of accidents happen with vehicles,” he said.

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SPECIAL REPORT: The Carolinas Are Bringing The Business

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From the May/June 2013 issue. Breakthroughs like these happen not by accident, but when the right people and resources come together in an environment that encourages expression and creativity. And it is no accident that the institute anchors one corner of Wake Forest Innovation Quarter. ElectriCities service area.

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FEATURE STORY: High-Tech Hubs Are Moving To Their Markets

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The remodeled facility is slated to start mass production during the second half of 2013, mainly producing 28-nm system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for tablets and smartphones. The plan, announced July 2012, designates 17 solar energy zones totaling about 285,000 acres of public lands as priority areas for utility-scale solar development.

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Illinois adds to ban on driving and cellphone usage

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Illinois enacted two pieces of legislation on January, 1 2013 to reduce distractions caused by cellphone use while driving. Senate Bill 2488 prohibits cell phone use in construction or maintenance speed zones regardless of the speed limit in those zones. Voice activated use of cell phone was permitted prior to this change.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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From the September/October 2013 issue. This isn’t an accident. Through the end of January 2013, the TETF has allocated more than $200 million in funds to 140 early stage companies, and $216 million in grant matching and research superiority funds to Texas universities. Credit: Lubbock EDA.). By Shana Daley .

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