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On average, 52 people die every day in the United States as a result of
prescription opioid overdoses, and statistics show that prescription
painkillers such as Oxycontin, Percocet and Vicodin account for more drug
overdoses than heroin and cocaine combined.
My interactions with people who make safety their mission have made it clear to me that they don’t do it for the glory. For most, it’s a calling. And although these dedicated people may not seek public attention for their efforts, it’s nice when opportunities to recognize them come up.
If your organization is looking to implement regular safety and health meetings, some things need to be considered first. Regardless of the size or scope, safety meetings should fit comfortably into workers’ schedules, with the goal of motivating workers to take an interest in safety and health.
Richmond, VA – Every child riding a school bus should be secured with a three-point safety belt, the head of one U.S. transportation safety agency said over the weekend.
Atlanta – John Surma, retired chairman and CEO of United States Steel Corp., took over as chairman of the National Safety Council Board of Directors on Sept. 27.
