APTA, public transportation industry unveil nationwide ?Health and Safety Commitments? program

At a virtual launch event, the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) officially announced the “Health and Safety Commitments Program,” the public transportation industry’s overarching pledge to passengers that public transit systems are taking all the necessary measures to operate safely as the nation recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. From the start of the pandemic, public transportation systems have worked tirelessly to keep riders safe from infection from the coronavirus. The health and safety of transit passengers is the most important priority for public transportation agencies. . . .... Read more.

AI and automation vs. the COVID - 19 pandemic: Trading liberty for safety

Reports on the use of AI to respond to COVID-19 may have been greatly exaggerated. But does the rush to pandemic-fighting solutions like thermal scanners, face recognition and immunity passports signal the normalization of surveillance technologies?... Read more.

Working During The Pandemic?Current Occupational Safety Regulations In Germany - Employment and HR - Germany

Employers may want to implement this rule, as it concretizes the binding regulations on occupational safety on the basis of the Occupational Safety and Health Act.... Read more.

New York City educators launch safety committee to halt the reopening of schools

In launching this committee, we stand wholly independent of both the Democrats and Republicans, as well as the United Federation of Teachers and its backers, all of whom have conspired to enforce the reopening of schools.... Read more.

STARS OF SAFETY: Hometown Heroes to be honored during 9/11 commemoration

HANCOCK COUNTY — They come from different areas of public safety, but those who know them best highlight one quality they all share: their dedication to their professions. It’s a common thread throughout the nomination letters for the American Legion Post 119’s Hometown Heroes Awards for 2020, a year when public safety is on many... Read more.

Richmond County sends students back to school with new safety measures

AUGUSTA, GA. (WFXG) - It's been almost 6 months since Richmond County Schools have seen any students. This school year will look a lot different than what kids are used to. The first day of school in... Read more.

 

State labor officials hear ideas to strengthen workplace COVID - 19 safety

State labor officials hear ideas to strengthen workplace COVID - 19 safety... Read more.

Police and school officials discuss school bus safety

With kids back to school, that means those yellow buses are back on the road.... Read more.

Pedestrians Need to be Just as Engaged in Safety as Drivers: Safety NL

Safety experts say it's important not only for drivers to know the Highway Traffic Act, but pedestrians as wel...... Read more.

Tree Stand Safety for Deer Hunting Season

Tree Stand Safety for Deer Hunting Season - All On Georgia... Read more.

"Nirbhaya Case" first instance of Indian men being vocal on women's safety: Smriti Irani

Union Minister Smriti Irani was speaking at an interactive session of CII- Indian Women Network’s (IWN) conclave, titled ”Power Women 2020.” Get latest Politics online at cnbctv18.com... Read more.

Velodyne Lidar Announces Third Annual World Safety Summit on Autonomous Technology

Velodyne Lidar announced the World Safety Summit on Autonomous Technology that will address safety and autonomy issues in vehicle transportation.... Read more.

 

Daily briefing: Oxford?AstraZeneca vaccine trial paused for safety reasons

Daily briefing: Oxford?AstraZeneca vaccine trial paused for safety reasons... Read more.

Win guests back with value, recognition, and safety: Malla

Win guests back with value, recognition, and safety: Malla... Read more.

Morrisons profits hit after spending on Covid safety measures

Morrisons has posted a surge in sales in the second quarter as demand surged in lockdown – but profits took a hit from extra Covid measures. Sales rose 12.3% excluding fuel in the second quarter, and 8.7% over the first half when fuel was stripped out. Fuel sales dived during lockdown with cars off the road, dragging total first half revenue down 1.1% to £8.73 billion, but the... Read more.

Health and safety intersect in 'Complete Streets' initiative

Health and safety intersect in 'Complete Streets' initiative - Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service... Read more.

UCF issues stern warning after faculty members violate COVID - 19 safety measures

The University of Central Florida issued a stern warning to its faculty after officials said at least one of them blatantly disregarded COVID-19 safety measures and endangered students.... Read more.

With new safety measures in place, some school bands will practice together in person this year

East Aurora Middle School Band Director Ben Davis says he will divide his band into three different rehearsal groups to allow for social distancing.... Read more.

 

Dining halls add safety measures due to COVID - 19

Dining halls adopt new safety regulations in light of COVID-19.... Read more.

Purifiers and filters: Air quality experts share tips for taking safety to next level - KGO

Air quality experts explain people can take safety a step further by investing in quality air filters and purifiers, and even designating a room for respiratory relief.... Read more.

Designer pop - up Chic Boutique returns with COVID - 19 safety measures

When you think of the Salvation Army, you probably don’t think high fashion or brand names. Think again. The Salvation Army Women’s Auxillary 16th Annual Chic Boutique opens Friday, Sept. 11 with loads of designer fashion you can get for next to nothing.... Read more.