In Sago's aftermath, congressional hearing looks at mine safety

Article Abstract:

Determining causes of explosion in Sago mine in West Virginia, which killed 12 miners, on January 2, 2006, is essential to prevent similar situations in future. The hearing by the Labor HHS subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee on January 23, 2006, believed that such fire accidents can be entirely prevented.

Government regulation (cont), Government regulation, Legislative Bodies, West Virginia, Senate-Appropriations, Laws, regulations and rules, Prevention, Mine accidents, United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations

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Ergonomics debate evolves into an issue of mind over matter

Article Abstract:

The outcome of the symposium entitled Musculoskeletal and Neurovascular Disorders-The State of Research Regarding Workplace Etiology and Prevention, presented by OSHA's National Advisory committee in Washington, in January 2004, is analyzed.

Health Care and Social Assistance, HEALTH SERVICES, Employee Health & Safety, Company legal issue, Cases, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Influence, Ergonomics, Ergonomic aid, Musculoskeletal abnormalities, Neurovascular diseases

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