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    School Bus Safety in the Tri-State  Nov 12, 2009
    School districts are teaming up with lawmakers and transportation providers like First Student Inc. to work on new safety devices for every school bus in the area. One of the latest additions to buses her e in the Queen City is the child check-mate safety system, an electronic child reminder which activates the moment a kid steps on board. (FOX19.com, OH)

    Mass. court hears challenge to gun storage law  Nov 6, 2009
    Middlesex County prosecutors argued Thursday that the Massachusetts law requiring guns to be secured in a locked container or equipped with safety devices when not under an owners control is less restrictive than the D.C. law. The purpose of the (Massachusetts) statute is to keep the firearms out of the hands of unauthorized users, said Assistant District Attorney Loretta Lillios. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)

    Kimball to make safety devices for Draeger  Nov 3, 2009
    for free extra services. Monday, November 2, 2009, 4:48pm EST. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    BP Gets Record $87 Million Fine  Nov 1, 2009
    7 million in penalties for failure to repair pressure release safety devices. OSHA officials said the 2005 explosion was caused by defective pressure relief systems. (Click2Houston, TX)

    A year on the road  Oct 29, 2009
    Other equipment and modifications included a roof rack, reinforced front bumper, safety devices so people don't steal my new home, bolting metal plates behind windows in the back to create a secure cargo area for my belongings, and bolting a safe to the frame. Added costs: $3,000. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Change your clocks, change your batteries  Oct 29, 2009
    Non-working smoke alarms rob residents of the protective benefits home fire safety devices were designed to provide. The most commonly cited cause of non-working smoke alarms: worn or missing batteries. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)

    Motorcycle laws  Oct 27, 2009
    I have some concerns about the lack of regulations for operating motorcycles (Somerset Daily American, PA)

    Amusement rides monitored  Oct 25, 2009
    Use the safety equipment: Don t loosen restraints or other safety devices. Stay put: Remain seated until the ride comes to a complete stop and you re instructed to exit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    More cars getting advanced safety systems  Oct 22, 2009
    Affordable safety devices. Here's how much some advanced safety features cost as options on an Audi A4 and how they compare with other features. (AZCentral -- Business)

    Coping with A NEW NORMAL (7)  Oct 21, 2009
    Roger Sandra wrote on Oct 19, 2009 10:44 PM:" We are happy that the Herald Palladium decided to run this story. It is important to educate the public about brain injuries. It is good that a new support group has been started in this area. We hope that there will be less brain injury occurances as more awareness and safety devices are used. Had Dan's accident occurred in Indiana, a state with a "no helmet law", he probably would not have survived without a helmet. We wish success to Dan and... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)

    No comments posted.  Oct 11, 2009
    For many years now the return to Eastern Standard time signals the time to check all smoke alarms and other safety devices in the home. There s no question that working smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home structure fire dramatically. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)

    Guns dont kill people?  Oct 9, 2009
    It should be law, however, that ALL guns are required to be sold with trigger locks and other safety devices. And all gun owners should go through a course that teaches them proper safety. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Fire officials: Change your clock, and your battery  Oct 8, 2009
    Nonworking smoke alarms rob residents of the protective benefits home fire safety devices were designed to provide. The most commonly cited cause of nonworking smoke alarms is worn or missing batteries. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)

    Blind eye to driveway danger  Oct 4, 2009
    The death and injury rates have remained constant over the past 10 years, concerning advocates who are calling for better driver education and compulsory safety devices such as rear-vision cameras. Recommendations from bodies such as the Motor Accidents Authority, Kidsafe NSW and the Pedestrian Council of Australia have gone largely ignored. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    CHAT TRANSCRIPT:  James Healey answers your questions  Oct 3, 2009
    I have to remember, though, that such cars and trucks typically lack today's safety devices, today's ultra-clean exhaust emissions, today's fuel economy, today's improved handling, steering and braking, and, of course, today's XM satellite radio (though one could add it). In other words, there's a limit to how long it seems refreshing to drive such vehicles before they begin to seem less-than. (USA Today -- Money)

    Risking all often the point  Sep 22, 2009
    They were, of course, old style, with the big, scary looking springs on each side, and had no safety devices to speak of. They're gone of course. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    Hitachi, Fujitec to Increase Elevator Prices on Safety Rules, Nikkei Says  Sep 20, 2009
    The increases are due to a revision of laws that require additional safety devices to be fitted, the report said. To contact the reporter on this story: in Tokyo at. (Bloomberg -- Japan)

    Wellesley Building Permits  Sep 18, 2009
    All existing life safety devices to remain. First floor/Fitness Together. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)

    Man killed in trench cave-in  Sep 17, 2009
    A movable trench box was in place on a section of the approximately 10-foot-deep trench, but the area where the collapse occurred did not have any safety devices employed. This document was originally published online on Thursday, September 17, 2009. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)

    Solo sailor teen tells of day one crash in the night  Sep 9, 2009
    Jessica's family media spokesman Scott Young said all navigation lights and safety devices were working and national safety authorities were able to detect the yacht's beacon ... All navigation lights and safety devices were working and national safety authorities were able to detect the yacht's beacon. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    Shell Performing Maintenance at Scotford, Canada, Crude Oil Refinery  Sep 8, 2009
    Flares are safety devices used to burn off excess gases when the refinery operation is disrupted. The refinery, with a capacity of 100,000 barrels of oil a day, produces chemicals, gasoline, jet fuel, heating oil and other petroleum products, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. (Bloomberg -- Canada)

    Toyota Develops Onboard DSRC Unit to Improve Traffic Safety  Sep 3, 2009
    Development of ITS vehicle-infrastructure cooperative systems that support safe driving, along with development and application of autonomous onboard safety devices, represents part of TMC's efforts to make driving safer. These efforts are based on TMC's "Integrated Safety Management Concept", which aims to provide optimal driving support through a combination of integrated onboard technologies and infrastructure-respondent systems. (JCN Network, Japan)

    These Will Be the Market's Next Big Movers  Aug 29, 2009
    Among its more recent finds is Autoliv -- a Swedish manufacturer of seat belts, electronic safety devices, and airbags. Besides being a proven cash-flow generator, it sports an extremely shareholder-friendly management team that has turned it into the undisputed leader in its field. (MSNBC -- Business)

    Yamaha Isn't Liable for Teen's All-Terrain Rhino Death, Texas Jury Rules  Aug 28, 2009
    It is equipped with safety devices including a three-point seat belt that cinches, hip guards and hand holds, Hawkins said during the trial. Yamaha blamed Rays death on operator error. (Bloomberg -- Japan)

    Infant car seats can trim babies' oxygen levels  Aug 25, 2009
    Researcher: "These safety devices should only be used for... travel and not as a replacement for a crib." ... "These safety devices should only be used for protection during travel and not as a replacement for a crib." A car bed is a special type of car seat used for premature infants or newborns that are at risk of breathing problems. (CNN -- Health)

    Muni overhauling safety rules in accidents' wake  Aug 24, 2009
    The agency also may toughen medical-clearance standards for operators, crack down on rule-breakers and make it more difficult to bypass onboard safety devices. Muni's renewed focus on safety comes amid scrutiny from City Hall and state and federal transit safety officials. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Pitt researchers harness carbon nanomaterials for drug delivery systems, oxygen sensors  Aug 18, 2009
    Oxygen detectors are important safety devices in mines, aircraft, submarines, and other confined spaces, the researchers note. The sensor consists of carbon nanotubes coated with a luminescent compound incorporating europium, a reactive metal found in fluorescent bulbs, television/computer screens, and lasers, among other applications. (EurekAlert!)

    A tightrope walk between whimsy and rage  Aug 11, 2009
    Early in the morning of Aug. 7, 1974, in tricky breezes and on a poorly rigged wire, the sleepless Petit, equipped with a 55-pound balancing pole but no safety devices, stepped out for a stroll 110 stories high. Petit was flirting with death but he was also teasing life (and our own 9-to-5 earnestness) by being so cavalier with his mortality. (Boston Globe)

    We must learn from deadly high-speed chase  Aug 11, 2009
    There are other factors in this tragedy, including the children in the pickup riding without legally required safety devices. The CHP could find no evidence that they were in seat belts, child restraint seats or booster seats. (Fresno Bee)

    Mumford Cove couple makes the Great Loop  Aug 6, 2009
    Equipped with a satellite phone, upgraded safety devices and lots of spare parts, the Brennans found themselves among lots of other Loopers. Loopers by definition have to be kind of outgoing people, said Ed.. (Westerly Sun, RI)

    Click to read:Katie Couric Reports: "The Lost Girls"  Jul 24, 2009
    The criminalization of prostitution inhibits prostitutes from using their safety devices, i.e. condoms, because prostitutes know that condoms are o 00001C44 ften used against them as evidence of criminal activity. Thus, the criminalization of prostitution results in a more dangerous environment for the prostitute and customer alike. (CBS News)

    Saving On Insurance Costs  Jul 23, 2009
    If you've installed safety devices on your house or car, ask your insurers to give you credit for them. "Make sure they're maximizing all the discounts they're qualifying for," says Heiligman. (W-USA News, DC)

    Ingen Receives $100,000 Purchase Order From Oxygen Supplier for New Oxyview-Nasal Cannula  Jul 18, 2009
    When first launched in November 2007, it represented a new generation of pneumatic real-time safety devices. It has some notable features: accurate to within plus-minus 3% and versatile enough to work with all respiratory equipment -- CPAP, concentrators, liquid and gas cylinders, on-demand conservers and more. (Primezone Releases)

    T. Convery: Medford was redesigned in 1969 Pt. 3  Jul 17, 2009
    All buildings and commerce must have their own safety devices (sprinklers, etc. . (Medford Transcript, MA)

    Vintage cars' uneasy ride  Jul 14, 2009
    Historic cars are not subject to regular inspection, and it is largely up to the owner whether to install modern safety devices. It is legal to drive an antique car without seat beats. (FOX61, CT)

    Accident on Route TT Leaves Three Seriously Injured  Jul 11, 2009
    None of the occupants in the Honda Civic were wearing safety devices, according to the patrol. Washington Missouri 2009. (Missourian Publishing, MO)

    Click to read: Deadly Drains in Public Pools  Jul 10, 2009
    It started by either changing drain covers or implementing the Vac-Alert unit(sences pressure changes)and or other safety devices that turn off the pump. Now, 2009, all commercial swimming pools have to install the Vac-Alert unit or they have to 2 BD's w/ anti suction covers. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    GCT details plans for stimulus funding  Jul 10, 2009
    Cameras and specialized safety devices will also be installed on buses carrying special needs students to increase their safety while traveling. Funds have also been set aside for teachers professional development, which will include training on the new software and technology. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)

    Water safety takes preparation  Jul 7, 2009
    Floaties are not considered safety devices. They won t save their lives, said Laura Verbrugge, manager of the Clear Lake Aquatic Center. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Tocha Feagle puts on her seat belt Thursday afternoon at Alligator Lake Park. Florida laws governing seat belt use will get tighter for motorists on Tuesday. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter  Jun 29, 2009
    While recent studies have indicated seat belt usage in on the rise in this area, Boatright said there is an issue with motorists wearing the safety devices. He said studies have shown through the rural seat belt enforcement initiatives done in the last few years, that seat belt usage rates in this area pre-operational (safety campaign) rate was normally 65-68 percent. (Lake City Reporter, FL)

    Singapore magic duo set Impossible record  Jun 28, 2009
    Entertainment Features. " onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. (Channelnewsasia.com)

    Honeywell Agrees to Acquire Gas Measurement and Control Leader RMG Regel + Messtechnik  Jun 26, 2009
    Founded in 1931 in Kassel, RMG specializes in the design and manufacture of natural gas control, measurement and analysis equipment including flow metering technology, regulating products and safety devices for oil and gas companies. RMG has estimated 2009 sales to be $290 million USD.. (PR Newswire)

    Kings Canyon park explores first cell tower  Jun 25, 2009
    "Cell phones are safety devices for my wife and me," said the retired architect. "But if people want to talk on them, it's OK by me. I can move away from them. There's a lot of room up there.". (Fresno Bee -- Local)

    Rush-hour train crash kills six, injures about 20 in D.C.  Jun 23, 2009
    Catoe did not speculate on whether safety devices intended to prevent such crashes had failed, saying the authorities were still focused on rescuing passengers. At the scene, one subway car sat fully on top of a car from the other train. (Boston Globe)

    SJC will review Mass. gun lock law  Jun 19, 2009
    The SJC has previously affirmed the state s gun laws, which require gun owners to be licensed and to keep weapons in a locked container or equipped with safety devices, when not under their control. At issue here are the important goals of maintaining a citizen s ability to possess firearms for the purpose of self-defense, while also properly securing those guns to prevent tragedies, Middlesex District Attorney Gerard T. Leone Jr. said in a statement yesterday. (Boston Globe)

    Parents of NH victim seek better safety rules  Jun 4, 2009
    are campaigning for "Rob's Law," which would require trucks to be outfitted with rear motion sensors and other safety devices, including day/night rearview cameras, The Eagle Tribune reported. . (Concord Monitor)

    CHP: Road rage leads to Highway 12 crash (1)  May 31, 2009
    An attorney for that victim, Alicia Schmid, had argued that Caltrans knew the road was unsafe and should have installed more safety devices in the median. The state argued that the blame was the entire fault of the other driver, who fell asleep at the wheel and crossed into Schmid's lane. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Forget high-tech fail-safes, and get tough with drivers  May 29, 2009
    RE "" (Page A1, May 25): It's true that enhanced safety devices would have prevented two of the serious Green Line crashes this past year. But both crashes were caused by negligent and inattentive conductors. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)

    ADVICE: Points to consider if you want to study abroad  May 29, 2009
    Check for safety devices such as smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. Ask about health and safety standards applied to providers of transportation, tours and cultural programs. (USA Today -- News)

    Coach Carol: When the going gets tough, the tough get going  May 28, 2009
    Switch on your conscious awareness, start looking out for your personal sweet spot, recognise the triggers that push you from eustress to distress and install some safety devices. Were good at eustress, but unearth your personal trip switch and youll also be safe from blown fuses. (Accounting Web, UK)

    Windows pose danger of falls for youngsters  May 26, 2009
    Experts also recommend installing safety devices, such as child-safe screens or window guards, which resemble a baby gate that fits over the window ... New York City passed a law in the 1970s that required owners of multiple-story apartments to provide window-safety devices for renters with young children ... The jury faulted the management company, which hadn't installed safety devices or warned the family of the danger posed by the unusually low windows. (OregonLive, OR -- News)

    Road Safety Commission introduces road safety devices  May 21, 2009
    Accra, May 20th, GNA - The National Road Safety Commission (NRSC), in collaboration with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) yesterday introduced two road safety devices to reduce motor accidents in the night ... The safety devices which are expected to be launched soon would be sold to the public throughout DVLA outlets in the country. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Cleared for Safety: The Critical 8 Steps  May 8, 2009
    Before the first tag or lock is removed the master should be off the board affirming that this equipment is no longer available for work only then should the safety devices begin to be removed. Lastly this statement This eight-step process will absolutely ensure employee safety while working on normally energized equipment at Bluegrass Generating Station. (Energy Pulse, CO)

    Green Hills to host Pro*T.E.C.T.  May 7, 2009
    The use of personal safety devices, such as pepper spray, personal safety alarms, and the kubotan will be discussed. Various personal safety items will be available for purchase, as well. (Cameron Observer, MO)

    Snowboard Landing Pad Inspired By Accident  May 6, 2009
    What sets the duo's invention apart from existing safety devices that simply serve as a "giant pillow" is its unique design that simulates a perfectly shaped terrain park jump with a powder landing. Now in its third and largest iteration, at 15 metres by 27 metres in size, the Landing Pad features two independent air chambers to allow riders to continue movement downhill but cushions the fall in case the rider lands on anything other than their feet, making training safer. (Science Daily)

    Edwards speaks out following dramatic wreck  Apr 30, 2009
    While Hunter said it was extremely unfortunate that a few fans suffered minor injuries at Talladega, he said the key safety devices the front-stretch fence and roof flaps on Edwards car worked properly. Nothing is bulletproof, Hunter said, adding that NASCAR officials would analyze the wreck from every angle to see if anything more should be done. (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Food bank in $35m warehouse  Apr 18, 2009
    The new warehouse, which took 18 months to build, features red-painted walls, an epoxy-free floor, new safety devices for loading and unloading tractor-trailers, and a covered loading area. There is also a variety of energy-saving accoutrements, such as skylights to add natural light, a specially insulated roof that reduces summer heat, intake valves to cool the refrigerators with outside air in the winter, and a solar wall that will help heat the building in the winter and cool it in the... (Boston Globe)

    Grandma's enterprise works to keep kids safe  Apr 17, 2009
    "You keep a close eye on your child, and the safety devices are there just in case.". Although Brown projects revenues of $50,000 this year, she said the money will be spent to expand Alive Past 5's reach. (AZCentral -- Business)

    Toyota to Show Infrastructure-linked Driving Safety Systems  Apr 17, 2009
    Based on its "Integrated Safety Management Concept", TMC, in addition to developing onboard autonomous safety devices and systems, is promoting development of infrastructure-respondent systems that allow vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure information exchanges using intelligent transport systems technologies. Toward the achievement of sustainable mobility, TMC is not only developing safer vehicles and technologies, but is also participating in the creation of a safe traffic... (JCN Network, Japan)

    Hang Up And Drive  Apr 11, 2009
    That led Wenz to longtime friend John Fischer, another Fort Thomas native who now lives in Atlanta and has successfully filed patents for other electronic safety devices, including a timer for tanning beds. The pair have formed Try Safety First LLC and filed a provisional patent on what they call the owner compliance key (or OCK) late last year. (W-USA News, DC)

    GM, Segway Unveil 'Green' Urban Vehicle  Apr 9, 2009
    As a result, the PUMA vehicles would not need air bags or other traditional safety devices and include safety belts for "comfort purposes" only, he said. Though the technology and its goals may seem like something out of science fiction, Burns said nothing new needs to be invented for it to become a reality. (Fox News)

    Two die in motorcycle crash (1040)  Apr 8, 2009
    Everyone was wearing safety devices, the patrol said. Article Rating. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)

    GM and Segway's New Two-Wheel Urban Vehicle  Apr 8, 2009
    As a result, the PUMA vehicles would not need air bags or other traditional safety devices and include safety belts for "comfort purposes" only, he said. 1. (ABC News -- Business)

    Emergency room seeing 'epidemic' of hand injuries  Apr 1, 2009
    Do not remove safety devices, shields or guards on switches, and keep hands and feet away from moving parts. Do not attempt to repair or maintain the snow blower without reading the instruction manual. (Rapid City Journal, SD)

    Safety bubble  Mar 19, 2009
    Her world is full of safety devices, toy recalls, peanut-free classrooms and smoke-free environments. It's a wonder I ever survived my youth. (Globe and Mail)

    Camp Invention returning to St. Johns Lutheran School  Mar 10, 2009
    The lessons learned at Camp Invention are taught through a series of hands-on, group activities designed to lead children in discovering the science behind their favorite superheroes, tracking down a lost Viking treasure and building revolutionary safety devices for vehicles. Experiences at the Camp Invention program immerse participants in action, experiments and challenges that allow imaginations to run wild. (Racine Journal Times, WI)

    Newspaper attorney says law requires disclosure  Mar 4, 2009
    A technician at $30k/year to assure that Fire extinguishers and other safety devices like AED's are functioning or $100k/year to count textbooks. " Whoa Nellie! wrote on Feb 28, 2009 5:23 PM:" OK, we all agree that the machine should have regular tests and maintanence. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    'Easily preventable': Vigilance key to safeguarding kids, experts say  Mar 3, 2009
    It's an ongoing process as each individual child's developmental stage changes," McPherson said."The use of safety devices diminishes their opportunity for accidental injury; however, nothing replaces supervision," Funderburk said. "Falls are a phenomenal injury source for children. Whether it's falls from bikes, chairs or down stairs, falls constitute a rhapsody of accidental injury. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Watch out for my tornado girl  Feb 25, 2009
    She will even bolt out the front door if we don't keep it locked with multiple safety devices. No is a meaningless term that seldom sinks in before her hand can execute its action. (Globe and Mail)

    Holts Summit P&Z reviews fire safety, economic concerns  Feb 24, 2009
    Additionally, Severt said residents could also experience a drop in insurance costs because of the added safety devices. The commission was unable to make any decisions due to a lack of quorum. (Fulton Sun, MO)

    College Station to consider addition of five red light cameras  Feb 24, 2009
    Texas Department of Transportation approval pending for traffic safety devices. By. (The Battalion, TX)

    Who Is In Charge, Mr President?  Feb 23, 2009
    There could be some tampering with some safety devices in the vehicle so that beyong a certain mileage, the vehicle would be involved in a fatal accident. These are mere probabilities and possibilities. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    To The Point  Feb 22, 2009
    The maker of labels, signs and safety devices said Q2 EPS plunged 60% to 19 cents ex items, missing views by 15 cents. Revenue tumbled 27% to $266. (Investors Business Daily)

    Five feared killed  Feb 21, 2009
    He said, "We have advised contractors several times to direct building plans to us so that we can make inputs by way of incorporating safety devices and gadgets into the structure. We will continue to insist on this because we have not got the right response yet. We will continue to tell them. I will advice contractors to seek advice before starting their projects. They should also make use of competent professionals to handle each aspect of building construction to avert this type of disaster.... (Guardian News, Nigeria)

    Toyota to Join Public ITS Tests in Tokyo  Feb 19, 2009
    Development of ITS vehicle-infrastructure cooperative systems, along with development and application of autonomous onboard safety devices, represents part of TMC's efforts to make driving safer. These efforts are based on TMC's "Integrated Safety Management Concept", which aims to provide optimal driving support through a combination of integrated onboard technologies and infrastructure-respondent systems. (JCN Network, Japan)

    Buffalo-bound plane was on autopilot  Feb 16, 2009
    Automatic safety devices returned the aircraft to manual control just before it fell from the sky, Chealander said. Chealander described the flight's frantic last moments, which included a steep drop and rollercoaster-like pitching and rolling. (Boston Globe)

    FAA Regulations Under Scrutiny  Feb 15, 2009
    The NTSB suggests new research on plane design, revisions to de-icing guidelines and more aggressive use of certain safety devices. For all of the items on the list, the FAA's response was deemed "unacceptable" by the NTSB.. (Fox News)

    Kenneth Wayne Abbott  Feb 12, 2009
    He worked at Tiffin Metal as a supervisor for more than 30 years, where he designed safety devices for machines. He also designed a series of lifts and hydraulics for Galion Heavy Equipment for more than 10 years, and he did all of this without any formal college education. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    'A slap on the wrist' (51)  Feb 8, 2009
    Such safety devices would not have prevented the crash that killed Al Carretta. The road has lights that flash when the draw bridge is open, and they were working when Soper crashed into the stopped traffic. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Consider Kids' Health on Tropical Trips  Feb 7, 2009
    If children are going to be playing in water, parents need to bring proper safety devices, such as life preservers, which are not available in many underdeveloped and rural areas. Parents should also bring a child car seat or booster seat with them, since they aren't always available in developing countries. (MEDLINEplus)


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