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IVHS - smart vehicles, smart roads

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Intelligent Vehicle/Highway System or IVHS are collision warning systems that may spell the difference in traffic safety in the near future. These projects feature traffic reports, route planning, warning systems and enhanced night vision. Information is displayed on a monitor similar to that used in aircrafts. In case of accidents, these systems ensure quick assistance from emergency crews. Officials of IVHS America plan to install these systems in mass transport vehicles.

Author: Ankrum, Dennis
Publisher: National Safety Council
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 1993
Usage, Innovations, Motor vehicles, Traffic safety, Intelligent vehicle-highway systems, Intelligent vehicle highway systems

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Hearing protection: smart steps for sound results

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The multiple benefits to be derived from effective hearing-conservation programs are outlined. A four-step guide in designing suchprograms, based on the Occupational Health and Safety Administration's noise standard and hearing-conservation amendment, is prescribed. These include monitoring noise levels, testing employee hearing, providing methodical training and ensuring a hearing-friendly workplace.

Author: Everett, Bruce E.
Publisher: National Safety Council
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 1993
Prevention, Hearing, Control, Deafness, Industrial noise

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Eye protection buyer's guide

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A buyer's guide of eye protection products is offered. Products covered include such things as goggles, lens, spectacles and eye wash stations.

Publisher: National Safety Council
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 2003
Buyers Guide, Safety equipment, Hardware buyers' guide, Eyeglasses, Protective, Protective eyewear

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