With nearly 300 zoos in the US and more than 1,000 worldwide, zoos represent a form of entertainment and educational activity that has been around for centuries. Members of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) work to ensure safety for zoo workers, the animals and visitors.
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Animal Escapes Raise Awareness About the Importance of Zoo Safety
Animal Escapes Raise Awareness About the Importance of Zoo Safety
Des Plaines, IL (November 22, 2010) — With nearly 300 zoos in the US and more than 1,000 worldwide, zoos represent a form of entertainment and educational activity that has been around for centuries. Members of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) work to ensure safety for zoo workers, the animals and visitors.
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ASSE Members Address Bed Bug Issue, Offer Safety Tips
Des Plaines, IL (November 16, 2010) —
Experts say that in the past two to three years, bedbug infestations have increased around the world.
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ASSE Members Travel to China, Meet With Chinese Officials on Workplace Safety & Health
Des Plaines, IL (November 15, 2010) — Several American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) members, occupational safety, health and environmental professionals, met in Beijing and Shanghai with Chinese officials this week to exchange ideas, best practices, and concepts related to occupational safety and health management.
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ASSE Announces Reaffirmation of Personnel and Debris Net Standard for Construction and Demolition
Des Plaines, IL (November 10, 2010) — The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) just approved, the A10.11 standard, “Safety Requirements for Personnel and Debris Nets,” which was revised by the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) A10 Committee. The A10.
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Economy’s Impact on Safety Profession Topic of ASSE President’s Talk to OK Students
Des Plaines, IL (November 10, 2008) — American Society of Safety Engineers’ (ASSE) President Warren K.
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Photos from Nov. 4-5 Rethink Safety Symposium
Go to http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=126759285483 to view photos from the ASSE Nov.
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Liberty Mutual Group Supports Safety Research and Education Through the ASSE Foundation
Des Plaines, IL (November 4, 2010) — The Liberty Mutual Group continues to support research and education in the safety, health and environmental (SH&E) profession through the American Society of Safety Engineers’ Foundation (ASSEF) and has made a generous $30,000 contribution for 2011.
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Attendees Pack ASSE Symposium to Dig Deeper Into Why Workplace Error Occurs
Des Plaines, IL (November 4, 2010) — A standing room only crowd of occupational safety, health and environmental professionals from around the U.S. were on hand today in San Antonio to hear Dr. Todd Conklin, of the Los Alamos National Laboratory, discuss new thinking on why error happens in the workplace.
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Letter to the Editor on ASSE Opportunities to Maintain Skills While Looking for a Job
Des Plaines, IL (December 1, 2010) — AARP 601 E. Street NW Washington, D.C. 20049 Letter to the Editor: During these trying economic times, it is important to remember the importance of building and maintaining skill sets while searching for new employment.
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