Bath salts are a non-regulated designer drug comprised of a synthetic cathinone, or amphetamine, that can have dangerous and debilitating effects on those who use them. The adverse health effects from bath salt use can range from agitation to lack of appetite, kidney failure, muscle spasms, severe paranoid delusions, and psychosis. Several cases of long-term patient hospitalization and suicide have been reported. For more information from Navy Medicine on Synthetic Drugs and your health, visit http://go.usa.gov/gwhW.
This U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board video is based on its investigation of the April 8, 2011, explosion and fire that killed five workers at a storage facility used by Donaldson Enterprises near Honolulu, Hawaii. The explosion occurred during the disposal of professional-grade fireworks that had been illegally labeled for consumer use by a Chinese manufacturer and were seized by federal customs agents upon arrival in the United States. The board posted the video Jan. 17, 2012, in conjunction with a public meeting to address the investigative staff's findings about the incident. Friction or a spark probably ignited black powder the workers had removed from the seized fireworks.
In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, BP conducted pilot testing of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology to enhance pipeline inspection and safety. Equipped with high-resolution cameras, the Aeryon Scout provides visual inspections of equipment, helping crews assess and respond to maintenance needs. The small rotor-wing aircraft is flown from a hand-held tablet computer. BP Alaska conducted the trials in cooperation with the University of Alaska Fairbanks in fall 2012.
It was another busy year for HHS: We continued to carry out the Affordable Care Act. We responded to Hurricane Sandy. We worked to prevent childhood obesity and tobacco use.
MSA product manager Ben Mauti explains the background and requirements for the new NFPA Standard 1801: Thermal Imagers for the Fire Service. We highlight the three main areas that are addressed by the standard - Interoperability, Image Quality and Durability.
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This video posted in October 2012 by ACOEM focuses on creating greater allergy and anaphylaxis awareness among employers, managers, and employees. It features Barry Eisenberg, executive director of ACOEM, and Dr. Ron Loeppke, MD, MPH, vice chairman of U.S Preventive Medicine.
The United State Fire Administration and National Fire Protection Association are working together in fall 2012 to remind everyone that home fires are more prevalent in winter than in any other season. This is due in part to an increase in cooking and heating fires. Holiday decorations and winter storms that can interrupt electrical service and cause people to turn to alternative heating sources also contribute to the increased risk of fire in winter. Winter fires can be prevented!
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On this Nov. 29, 2012, episode are NTSB's Most Wanted aviation safety improvements, United and Continental pilots reach a tentative agreement, and the president signs the EU ETS Prohibition Act. Plus, Air Wisconsin pilots continue a tradition and how to help pilots who've suffered from Hurricane Sandy's aftermath.
William Lambert, president and CEO of MSA, introduces the story of the Detroit firefighters featured in screenings of the documentary film BURN. The screenings are sponsored by MSA around the country. View the trailer and learn more about BURN by visiting http://www.detroitfirefilm.org.
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The welding program at Santa Ana College in California chooses Lincoln Electric to make sure its students train on the latest technology to get the best jobs.
Sponsored by Lincoln Electric Co.