Resource Center
Safety
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In 1900, Congress granted the American Red Cross (ARC) its charter, charging the volunteer organization with providing services to members of military as well as delivering assistance to disaster victims. The ARC web site provides information on domestic and international disaster recovery efforts and provides topical emergency and safety preparedness information.
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The Public Entity Environmental Management System
(EMS) Resource Center serves as a one-stop shop for
EMS information and resources for public organizations.
Local, county and state governments that are developing
and implementing an EMS will find the PEER Center
useful and can share their knowledge and field experience
with others.
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This document contains planning guidance documents and other materials based on the National RTAP work.
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This document contains information on Storm Policy and The City of Palm Bay Florida's Emergency Preparedness Policy.
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The caucus provides Members with information and education on preparing for, mitigating against and responding to natural disasters and man-made hazards. The caucus provides Members with an opportunity to demonstrate their concern and commitment to reducing hazard losses. A list of congressional representatives to the caucus can be found on the web site referenced in this posting.
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The 32-page booklet, in English and Spanish, offers Denver residents guidelines to prepare for catastrophic emergencies ranging from natural disasters to terrorist attacks. The English/Spanish document is available on-line.
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Allegheny County's Guide to Safety on the Job.
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This site provides links, by chapter, to the safety manual developed by the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina's Employee Health & Safety Department.
11/29/2012
List of 19 job titles (determined by the FEMA Public Works (PW) Working Group) most commonly requested in a response
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Federal Highway Administration Work Zone Safety Program web site. Visitors to this site can download a Guide Book of Best Management Practices for work zone traffic management; Fact Sheets outlining exceptional work zone safety and information programs; and software to analyze the impact of alternative work zone management techniques.
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The purpose of this guide is to transmit basic information about programs of assistance available to individuals, businesses, and public entities after a disaster. The information is intended to serve as a starting point for disaster workers and local, State, and Federal officials to locate sources of help as they seek more definitive information, such as eligibility criteria and application processes.
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The Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS), founded by the former Deputy Director of FEMA, Harvey G. Ryland, is an effort by the insurance industry to reduce the loss of life and property damages caused by natural disasters. IBHS sponsors the Showcase Community Program, the predecessor to FEMA's Project Impact, and is a member of Public-Private Partnerships 2000, a collaborative effort of the Subcommittee on Natural Disaster Reduction.
6/27/2012
Asbestos.com provides the most up-to-date information to our visitors in the hopes of spreading awareness about mesothelioma cancer, asbestos exposure, and mesothelioma survival rate. Asbestos has been used in many different occupations, including shipyard workers, automobile manufacturing production, railroad workers, and many more. Many individuals who worked in these occupations have experienced health problems because of their exposure to asbestos.
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The Natural Hazards Center at the University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado, USA, is a national and international clearinghouse for information on natural hazards and human adjustments to hazards and disasters. The Natural Hazards Center web site allows visitors to download periodicals and publications on all aspects of emergency management, disaster mitigation and recovery. Links are provided to educational institutions offering programs from certification through advanced degrees. Information is also provided on upcoming conferences, workshops and training sessions.
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Prior to an Avian Influenza, Public Works Managers need to train employees on proper handling techniques to ensure their safety. In this PowerPoint, Chris Walsh, Director of Operations for the City of Beloit, Wisconsin, uses chocolate syrup to simulate influenza virus and all staff practice with gloves and syrup. This is a large file which may take several moments to download. Save to your computer rather than choosing to open and view.
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Scott L. Bressler (Butler County Operations Deputy, Hamilton, OH) provided two videos which have been very helpful to their rookie drivers as well as veteran drivers. The videos were passed on to his office from ODOT and have been used for two years now training county and township drivers in Southwest Ohio.
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This document covers all areas of Upper Merion Township's Emergency Operations Plan
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Ten-page document from the US Department of Homeland Security - Pandemic Influenza Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Guide for Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources. See the document on their web site at http://www.pandemicflu.gov/ or use the link below.
