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"Child Care Health Connections" is a bimonthly newsletter published by the California Childcare Health Program (CCHP), a community-based program of the University of California, San Francisco School of Nursing, Department of Family Health Care Nursing. The goals of the newsletter are to promote and support a healthy and safe environment for all children in child care reflecting the state's diversity; to recreate linkages and promote collaboration among health and safety and child care professionals; and to be guided by the most up-to-date knowledge of the best practices and concepts of health, wellness and safety. Information provided in the newsletter is intended to supplement, not replace, medical advice. Regular features include columns on resources or current information related to infant/toddler care, school-age child care, public health, staff health, nutrition, inclusion, diversity, health consultancy, product information, pending legislation, available resources, and "Ask the Nurse," a Question-Answer column. Lead article of this issue is DEET-Based Repellents Protect Against Insect-Borne Disease (Eileen Walsh). Other topics include Bleach Sanitizing; Movement and Physical Development; Wearing Protective Gloves; Pesticide Use in Child Care Settings; and Oral Health Care. Pullout section includes information on Oral Health Care; West Nile Virus; Autistic Spectrum; and Challenging Behavior. [Additional support provided by Healthy Child Care California and First 5 California (formerly the California Children and Families Commission.)]

This document presents information on the U.S. Department of Labor's activities in the following topics areas: developing a skilled workforce; keeping workers safe; building workforce security; and connecting workers with jobs. The following items are included: (1) a discussion by the president and chief executive officer of Cisco Systems, Inc., of the key role of electronic learning in preparing students and workers for the 21st century workplace; (2) a description of the activities of DOL's Mine Safety and Health Administration during the rescue of the nine coal miners trapped in Pennsylvania in 2002; (3) workplace guidelines for repetitive motion injuries; (4) an overview of the YouthRules! program, which is designed to educate young workers, parents, and employers about workplace hazards, labor rules, and the importance of education and skills development; (5) descriptions of recent legislation to reform corporate governance; (6) descriptions of DOL activities to reform retirement savings policy and practice; (7) descriptions of DOL activities and DOL resources to help employers comply with federal regulations and laws; (8) descriptions of selected DOL activities to help employers find suitable employees and help U.S. citizens access available government benefits; (9) a discussion of entrepreneurship among women; and (10) lists of the members of the President's Council on the 21st Century Workforce and its committees. (MN)

This packet contains three issues of "The Insurance Educator," a newsletter published for high school educators as a means to improve the understanding of insurance and its role in society through the education of teachers and students. Some representative articles include the following: "Protecting Your Bike from Theft"; "Tornadoes: Be Prepared"; "Driving Etiquette: Tips for Safer Drivers"; "Welcome Aboard: Florida State University"; "Job News"; "Homeowners Crossword Puzzle"; "What to Do after an Accident"; "Saving Money on Your Automobile Insurance"; "Nine Easy Ways to Frustrate Car Thieves"; "Risk Challenge Summary"; "Passengers Mean Danger for Teen Drivers"; "Volunteers Help Protect Children from Natural Disasters"; and "How to Choose a Safe Car for your Teen." The newsletters include ideas for teachers and classroom activities for teaching about insurance and safety. (KC)

This bulletin outlines the major components of a crisis-preparedness and response plan for schools. It lists the critical components of a safe-school plan, such as community coordination, curriculum, proactive student discipline policies and procedures, safe physical environment, school security, staff and student training, evaluation and monitoring of school safety, and a crisis-response plan. It describes the goals of a crisis-response team, and examines what needs to be done before a crisis, including the formation of a crisis-response team within the school, the development of a written crisis or emergency response plan, the coordination of the plan with community emergency personnel, and the training of staff on elements of the plan. The document also details responses to crises on or away from the school grounds and discusses the major steps of a crisis-response procedure, such as how to deal with the media. Suggestions for helping students cope with loss, an overview of how to handle special situations, including returning to the scene, and some of the followup procedures for students, staff, and caregivers are provided. Listings of further resources, the manifestations of grief in youth, and other information appear at the end. (Contains 20 references.) (RJM)

These two issues are intended for secondary school educators who teach about insurance in any of their courses. The following substantive articles are contained in the January 1998 issue: "Teen Drivers and Automobile Insurance: New Laws Safeguard Teen Drivers" (Insurance Information Institute); "National Advisory Council of Secondary Teachers"; "A Workshop by Any Other Name..."; "Arson: Protect Yourself"; "Risk Manager Fact Sheet: A Conversation with a Risk Manager"; "The Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy"; "LIFE Introduces 'Next Generation': Insuring Your Future"; and "Classroom Resources." Substantive articles in the September 1998 issue include the following: "IEF--Who We Are and What We Do"; "James L. Osborne Insurance Educator of the Year"; "Teen Drivers and Automobile Insurance: Road Rage and Aggressive Driving--How To Temper Yourself"; "Teachers' Summer Programs"; "Insurance Trends: Internet Misuse Can Leave Companies Exposed"; "InVEST in Your Future"; "New Drivers--Terrifying Statistics"; and "Classroom Resources." (KC)

Each year, almost 200,000 children are treated at hospital emergency rooms for injuries occurring on playgrounds. At this time, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has established voluntary guidelines for equipment and surfacing, but there are no required standards regarding the manufacture or installation of equipment and resilient surfacing under equipment. It is the responsibility of parents and teachers to educate themselves about playground safety and demand compliance with guidelines in playground development or renovation. This digest describes reasons why playground injuries occur; safety standards for playgrounds; checking for hazards in playground equipment; safe surfaces under playground equipment; and renovating an existing playground. The primary elements of playground safety are: (1) removing equipment that is too tall; (2) installing resilient surfacing under all equipment; (3) removing hazards such as debris or broken equipment; and (4) supervising children's play. It is up to parents, teachers, and individuals in the community to demand safer play areas and to provide proper supervision for children's play. (Contains 6 references.) (LL)

School bus safety depends as much on responsible students as it does on competent drivers. Periodic on-the-job training is necessary to maintain and increase driver skills in handling buses and pupil passenger behavior. Similarly, continuing instruction on safety rules and the need for personal responsibility for those rules is needed to promote and maintain student safety on school buses. This bulletin discusses some of these needs for training and provides a list of training and program resources. (Author)

This series of 19 newsletters is designed to be distributed monthly to parents of premature or high risk infants on their child's adjusted age birthday from birth through 18 months. Each newsletter describes activities and behaviors of infants and toddlers appropriate to the month of age and discusses issues of concern to the parents. Regular topics include safety, discipline, and "premie notes," a section that addresses the particular characteristics or problems associated with prematurity and its effect on later development. For ages 3-12 months activities typical of infant behavior or which the baby will enjoy having the parent initiate are listed under the headings of moving, playing, thinking, and communicating. Other topics covered for specific ages include going home from the hospital (newborn), when to call the doctor (2 months), settling into a routine (3 months), the father's role (6 months), communicating (11 months), and imitation (12 months). Additional newsletters focus on such topics as thinking about another pregnancy, play as learning, setting limits for toddlers, and encouraging self-esteem. (VW)

Safety hazards that are frequently found in science classrooms are addressed in this digest which updates and supplements the 1980 ERIC/SMEAC information bulletin "Safety in the Science Classroom." Information obtained from journal articles and safety guides is presented in the categories of: (1) risks involved in science activities; (2) hazards in chemistry classrooms; (3) hazards in physics classrooms; (4) hazards in biology classrooms; (5) fire; and (6) resources for teachers. Various publications related to safety and safety hazards in science that are available in the ERIC database are identified and described. Guide questions that assist in an assessment of a teacher's familiarity with safety in the science classroom are also provided. A list of 20 references concludes the digest. (ML)

Japan Airlines (JAL) has responded to a tragic plane crash in 1985 by creating a memorial and museum called the JAL Safety Promotion Center. The center displays wreckage from the crash and reproductions of passengers' last written words. This approach reflects Japan's cultural emphasis on contrition and taking responsibility for past mistakes. All Nippon Airways (ANA) has also established a Safety Education Center that showcases remains from past accidents and educates visitors on safety awareness. The article suggests that other airlines could benefit from similar initiatives. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the collaborative approach taken by key industry players in New Zealand's horticulture sector to manage risks and promote education and safety. The workshops titled "Introduction to Managing Risk in Horticulture" were developed in response to the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle in February 2023. The workshops focused on risk assessment, hazard identification, risk control and management, emergency preparedness, personal protective equipment, and health and exposure monitoring. The workshops were well-received by participants, who found the practical approach and industry examples to be valuable. The collaboration and support of various stakeholders, including PGG Wrightson, were crucial to the success of the initiative. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the use of mobile apps in manufacturing to enhance safety training. Mobile training apps allow companies to develop site-specific and machine-specific training courses, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. These apps provide accurate instruction, ensure consistency in training, and allow trainers to demonstrate best practices in front of the equipment. On-the-job training (OJT) apps help create a culture of safety and reduce injuries, while coaching apps enable supervisors to provide real-time feedback and guidance. The article emphasizes the importance of integrating these technologies into existing training frameworks to enhance facility safety and operational efficiency. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the importance of integrating technology into environmental health and safety (EHS) management in the workplace. It emphasizes the need for businesses to adopt comprehensive EHS strategies that are both proactive and reactive, especially in light of increasing heat-related illnesses and extreme weather conditions due to climate change. The article also highlights the benefits of adopting EHS technologies, such as real-time connectivity, data and alerting, and predictive analytics. It provides guidance on assessing current EHS practices, choosing the right technology, and implementing and training employees on the new technology. [Extracted from the article]

While many of us can link the historical discussions about behavioral threat and risk assessments on college campuses to the tragic events at Virginia Tech in 2007, recent events elsewhere have surfaced the issue yet again. In her October 13, 2022, article in Inside Higher ED, Colleen Flaherty discussed the history in light of the recent murder of a faculty member by a former student that took place at the University of Arizona on October 5, 2022 (read the article at https://bit.ly/3N7ULeP). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Chung-Ang University in Seoul, South Korea, examined the impact of a safety leadership training program on safety performance and climate in wood-processing companies. The study found that implementing this training program, which included coaching for managers, resulted in a significant increase in safe employee behaviors and safety climate scores. The research suggests that safety leadership coaching can be effective in improving safety management in small sawmilling sites. Further implications, limitations, and potential future research directions are discussed in the study. [Extracted from the article]

Suzuki Auto South Africa has partnered with FleetMax Africa to develop a road-safety curriculum called DriveSMART with Suzuki. The curriculum aims to address the high number of vehicle accidents and fatalities in South Africa, particularly among young people. The partnership will involve the production of road safety videos covering various topics, such as defensive driving and vehicle maintenance. Suzuki is also collaborating with Wheel Well to support their Halo Beanie project, which aims to reduce child pedestrian fatalities and injuries. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the CareerTech Expo and Career Pavilion, which provide opportunities for educators to engage with industry representatives and gain insights into emerging technology, trends, and new career pathways. The events offer a vibrant and collaborative environment, featuring CTE products and services, workshops, and live demonstrations. Presenters at the Career Pavilion share career insights, including industry overviews, starting salaries, and in-demand skills. The article also mentions companion events such as the CTE Research and Professional Development Conference and the International Vocational Education and Training Association North America Regional Conference. Attendees include teachers, administrators, counselors, and business/industry representatives from various educational institutions. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the efforts of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) in Australia to prioritize safety in the aviation community. CASA has set transition timelines for flight operations regulations and has made progress in areas such as aviation medical reform, addressing engineer shortages, and supporting emerging technologies. They have introduced a new Class 5 medical scheme for recreational and private pilots and are streamlining the process to recognize foreign licensed aircraft maintenance engineers. CASA also supports safety education activities and engages with the industry through technical working groups. They are working to improve regulatory service delivery and provide transparency through a new service delivery dashboard. CASA has also released a guide to vertiport design to support advanced air mobility. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Radboud University Nijmegen in the Netherlands focused on improving the safety and comfort of healthcare workers (HCWs) caring for patients with high-consequence infectious diseases (HCIDs) in a high-level isolation unit (HLIU). The researchers reviewed the existing personal protective equipment (PPE) selection, infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols, and HCID training program. They made improvements based on (inter)national guidelines and user preferences, including selecting a more comfortable set of PPE and implementing a new teaching strategy. The study concluded that by systematically evaluating patient admission experiences and adjusting protocols and training, the quality of healthcare and the safety of HCWs in the HLIU can be maintained at a high level. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from the University of Maryland School of Medicine highlights the importance of sun safety education in preventing skin cancer. The study evaluated the effectiveness of a 1.5-hour sun safety educational program for fourth-grade students. The results showed that the program significantly increased students' knowledge of sun safety, confidence in explaining the importance of sun protection, and understanding of sunscreen labels. The researchers emphasize the need for further research to determine the impact of such programs on actual sun protective behaviors. This study underscores the value of school-based sun safety programs in increasing youth's understanding and awareness of sun protection. [Extracted from the article]

The use of e-bikes in the hospitality industry in New York City has been increasing, particularly for food delivery workers. However, there have been concerns about the safety of these bikes due to the lithium-ion batteries they use, which have caused fires and resulted in property damage, injuries, and fatalities. As a result, there is a push to hold employers and third-party delivery platforms responsible for e-bike safety. New York State and City have started issuing regulations to address these safety issues, and there are ongoing legislative efforts to further regulate e-bike use. Restaurant owners should be aware of these changing regulations and take precautions to protect their establishments and workers. [Extracted from the article]

The article highlights Subaru of New Zealand's new partnership with the Street Smart driver education programme, focusing on their shared commitment to road safety and Subaru's aim of zero fatal accidents by 2030. It also discusses Subaru providing vehicles for the programme, the hands-on driver training offered by Street Smart, and the broader impact of this initiative on enhancing driver safety and supporting community efforts.

Workplace safety education plays a key role in small business insurance. A recent survey found that 25% of small businesses lack understanding of workers' compensation coverage and regulations. By investing in safety education, businesses can reduce workplace accidents and illness, leading to cost savings and improved financial performance. Claims professionals can serve as trusted advisors to small business owners and injured employees, offering insights on accident prevention and facilitating the claims process. Additionally, workplace safety education can help build customer loyalty and trust, enhancing long-term relationships with insurance providers. [Extracted from the article]

The article emphasizes the importance of safety and security training in schools. The author highlights the need for regular training that is immersive, realistic, and engaging. They stress that training should be a dynamic process that adapts to the needs of the audience and avoids repetition. The article also emphasizes the collaborative approach schools should take, involving local agencies, first responders, and parents in training and emergency response plans. The author concludes by stating that proper training can make a significant difference in emergency situations and may even be a matter of life and death. [Extracted from the article]

The topic of shorts in the brewery can get as heated as a Florida brewhouse in August, but despite their comfort and convenience, shorts are unprofessional attire. The armor of the industry is the personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by workers, and it's the last line of defense against the worst outcomes of accidents, missteps, and equipment malfunction. Workers Need Workwear With so many disparate tasks in the brewery, from hot side to cellar to cleaning, the particulars of protection for a worker can change throughout a shift. Workers on the packaging line or operating the centrifuge should wear ear protection, be it common disposable ear plugs or over-the-ear muffs - but most tasks in the brewery don't call for it. [Extracted from the article]