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BLS: Fewer nonfatal workplace incidents in 2017. Private industry employers reported nearly 45,800 fewer nonfatal injury and illness cases in 2017 compared to a year earlier, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released last week. The BLS’ Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII) tallied approximately 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported by private industry employers in 2017, which occurred at a rate of 2.8 cases per 100 full-time equivalent (FTE) workers. https://www.ishn.com//109755-bls-fewer-nonfatal-workplace-

One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice. President George W. Bush at the Pentagon in 2008

At lower levels, hydrogen sulfide smells like rotten eggs. As concentrations increase, this smell vanishes, but the hazards intensify. You can't depend on your instincts.

From the GfG Ask Bob section, Mr. Bob Henderson explains "What are TLVs & why do they matter? https://goodforgas.com/what-are-tlvs-why-do-they-matter/

What is the best concentration of calibration gas to use for gas monitors and for bump test? Bob Henderson from GfG's Ask Bob answers the question. https://goodforgas.com/what-is-the-best-concentration-of-c/

How does a Photoionization Detector work?

Safe Entry can help you maintain your gas monitors, whether you have one or one hundred. We are here to support and help your gas monitor program. ISHN wrote a well put together article a while back concerning maintaining you gas monitors and is worth reposting. https://www.ishn.com//90127-equipment-alone-wont-do-the-tr

Could a Multigas Monitor with an H2S sensor installed saved these workers? 1 entrant & 2 would-be rescuers die in H2S atmosphere @ WWTP (Construction Permit-Required Confined Space) - SAFTENG http://www.safteng.net//5435-1-entrant-2-would-be-rescuers

Firefighters rescue man trapped in cement hopper for 2.5 hours http://www.fox32chicago.com//firefighters-trying-to-rescue

Did You Know? Failure to Bump It Kills. https://www.gascogas.com//did-you-know-failure-to-bump-it-

Came across a nice written article about Permit Required Confined Space vs Nonpermit Required by ETraining http://etraintoday.com//permit-required-confined-space-vs/