American Society of Safety Engineers say effective work safety programs & systems save lives, prevent injuries
Remembering  Lost Workers This International Workers Memorial Day
 DES PLAINES, IL (April 28, 2011) – For International Workers Memorial Day, the 100-year-old American Society of Safety Engineers ((ASSE) representing more than 33,0
For Workers Memorial Day, ASSE Notes Effective Work Safety Systems Save Lives
ASSE Offers Key Campus Fire Prevention Tips in Light of Major IL Fraternity House Fire
Des Plaines, IL (April 21, 2011) — In light of the fraternity house fire at Illinois State University April 20,  the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) and the ASSE Fire Protection Practice Specialty (PS) are urging students, campus officials and parents to be aware of important fire prevention safety tips.
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ASSE Opposes Parts of Proposed MSHA Mining Rule
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Des Plaines, Il  (April 20, 2011) – In a comment filed this week on the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s (MSHA) Proposed Rule Pattern of Violation (PoV) intended to strengthen MSHA’s ability to find a recurring pattern of violations in a mine and requiring heightened oversight, the American Society of Safety Engineers
NAOSH D.C. Kick-Off Event Listing
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The ASSE Foundation Awards 102 Scholarships and Grants Totaling $172k
In its ongoing efforts to provide assistance to students entering the growing international field of occupational safety, health and the environment (SH&E), the American Society of Safety Engineers’ Foundation (ASSEF) recently announced 71 recipients of the 2011 annual SH&E scholarships funded by the continued support of corporations, ASS
ASSE Announces Society Board Election Results, Note High Turnout
Des Plaines, IL   (April 18, 2011) – In what was described as the second highest member turnout in the past 10 years, members of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) elected new members to its board of directors for the 2011-2012 year during the annual elections which concluded the end of March.
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ASSE’s Colorado Chapter to Participate in 100 Mile Bike Ride to Raise Money for Safety and Health Scholarship
WHAT: The American Society of Safety Engineers’ (ASSE) Colorado Chapter has created a team (Team ASSE) to participate in a 100 mile bike ride in honor of ASSE’s 100th anniversary celebration to support the ASSE Foundation’s Bervin Hall Memorial Scholarship for students studying the safety, health and environmental field.
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ASSE’s Frank Cruice Honored as Region VI Safety Professional of the Year
Outstanding safety and health professionals are the driving force behind the 100-year-old American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE). In addition to working to prevent occupational injuries and illnesses, members volunteer their time and resources throughout the year to protect people, property and the environment.
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Salem, OR Joins ASSE to Prevent Work Injuries, Illnesses
As North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week approaches, American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) members and safety professionals around the world are actively seeking support for NAOSH in an effort to raise awareness about the importance of safety on the job, not only for this week in May, but throughout the year.
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Charlotte Norgaard
ASSE Public Relations Specialist
(847) 768-3404
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(847)768-3413
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ASSE’s Hawkeye Chapter To Host Local Professional Development Conference
WHAT: The American Society of Safety Engineers’ (ASSE) Hawkeye Chapter will host its annual local professional development conference (PDC) on Thursday, May 12, 2011.
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