Fatal work-related falls from roofs
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A study of fatal falls from roofs conducted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) revealed that out of the 500 deaths due to falls every year, 20% were from roofs. Reports revealed that these accidents were caused due to lack of perimeter protection such as toe board, rail or net, unguarded roof openings and skylights. OSHA suggested the installation of railings or screens guarding all skylights, wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment and the use of conventional protective devices such as guardrails and safety belts for prevention of these accidents.
Publication Name: Journal of Safety Research
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0022-4375
Year: 1995
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Teamwork
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Members of the US women's national basketball team want to win grassroots support for their sport more than to win the gold in the coming Olympic games. To that end, they have been touring the country and conducting basketball clinics to pave the way for a women's professional league.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1996
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How to convince a reluctant scientist
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Observational and anecdotal research suggests that scientists are likely to be persuaded by non-scientific features of an argument, such as the reputation of the argument's proponents. Other non-scientific variables that influence the persuasiveness of an argument are described.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1995
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