Self-directed work teams

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The health and safety of workers becomes even more important when employees are given independence to work in self-directed teams, with the onus of responsibility often falling on individuals.

Author: Conley, Maureen
Officials and employees, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Workers

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World health groups require auto-disable syringes

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The major world health organizations are calling for a ban on standard, disposable syringes by 2003. The auto-disable syringes which will replace them are impossible to use more than once and will improve safety and healthcare costs.

Author: Conley, Maureen
Disposable medical supplies, Social policy, Medical supplies, Disposable, World Health Organization, United Nations. Children's Fund, United Nations. Population Fund

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South Africa: Union investigating mill blast

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Issues concerning an investigation of two explosions in April 2000 at Scaw Metals' Morgan Mill, Germiston, South Africa, are presented.

Author: Conley, Maureen
Investigations, Accidents, National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, Scaw Metals

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Subjects list: United States, Safety and security measures
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