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Statement of US Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on Workers Memorial Day

WASHINGTON – Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today issued the following statement on Workers Memorial Day, April 28, 2010:

“Mary Harris ‘Mother’ Jones once said, ‘Pray for the dead and fight like hell for the living.’ That call to arms rings especially true today, on Workers Memorial Day, and on the heels of a tragic month for the nation’s working families.

“In April, our nation’s consciousness was jarred by the loss of workers in the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster in West Virginia, an oil rig explosion south of Louisiana and a refinery fire in Washington state.

“The pain brought on by each of these tragedies is beyond comparison, and we should not think of the incidents as isolated. The fact is they all involve worker safety issues, which merit national attention and point to a disturbing pattern of deadly neglect that our country can no longer tolerate.

“More than 4.6 million workers suffer serious injuries each year. And, every day across America, more than 14 men and women lose their lives in preventable workplace incidents. That’s nearly 100 preventable deaths per week!

“No one-regardless of his or her occupation-should have to be injured or killed to earn a paycheck.

“No worker’s loved ones should have to wake up to news of trench cave-ins, scaffold collapses, amputations or electrocutions. We don’t need more refinery fires or mine explosions.

“On this Workers Memorial Day, the mission of the Department of Labor’s worker safety and health protection agencies-MSHA and OSHA-is clearer than ever. And, our effort to save lives-through enhanced enforcement, a forward looking and progressive regulatory agenda, expanded outreach and a relentless commitment to enforcing the law-has never been more necessary.

“So, let us honor the memory of fallen workers, and the pain of their families, by gathering our collective strength and making injury, illness and fatality prevention activities a priority-today and every day.”

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Alright, here’s the question of the week.

Should we as EHS Professionals ensure we are the picture of health and wellness?

I think leading by example in fitness and our behaviors (I’m referring to smoking I guess) is a very important part of being a credible EHS Professional.  How can we tell someone to stay safe and reduce their risks in the workplace when we don’t in our lives…just my opinion – What do you think?!

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I love Twitter…great for tips and tricks on every topic.  Here are 10 Fitness Tips from @LoveTheBurnFit, Enjoy!

1. Triple the number of calories you burn by walking hills! Uphill walks are great for strengthening & shaping your lower half.
2. EAT! Your body begins to burn calories when you exercise and if you dont eat, your body holds onto the calories it has stored.
3. Studies show that regular exercise boosts your confidence, even before you see the physical benefits.
4. 80 minutes of exercise a week prevents the build up of dangerous visceral fat around your organs. That’s just two 40 min. bike rides a week!
5. DO BREAKFAST RIGHT Skip french toast-a quick rush of simple sugars can leave you tired hours later. Reach for 6oZ of yogurt w/Fruit instead.
6. Go for oatmeal (Even instant) instead of cereal. Whole oats aren’t processed and are a great source of whole grains.
7. On the go? Have prepackaged snacks ready throughout your day such as a PROTEIN BAR (Zone Perfect), 12 almonds, string cheese, or an apple!
8. Snack on almonds before/after your workout and get a powerful lift. They have protein, fiber and vitamin E, plus they’re cholesterol-free!
9. SLEEP TO LOSE WEIGHT! While asleep your skin grows cells, builds proteins, and REBUILDS MUSCLE. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep every night!
10. Drink plenty of water! Being hydrated plays a critical role in your body’s ability to burn fat & achieve total fitness.

Thank you to those who share their knowledge and know how on Twitter!

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From osha.gov

Release Number: 10-552-NAT
April 25, 2010
Contact: Jason Surbey     Diana Petterson
Phone: 202-617-4644(cell) 202-693-1898(ofc) or 202-360-3184
E-mail: Surbey.Jason@dol.gov petterson.diana@dol.gov

US Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis issues statement on worker deaths

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today issued the following statement on worker deaths:

“Yesterday we received the sad news that another worker died from injuries he sustained from the fire earlier this month at the Tesoro Corp.’s Anacortes, Wash., refinery. That brings to seven the number who lost their lives in that tragedy. Today the families and friends of those workers gather to mourn their loss. They are in our prayers, and our hearts go out to them.

“Today, President Obama and I join the families and friends of the 29 miners who died this month at the Upper Big Branch Mine in West Virginia at a memorial service in honor of those who perished.

“These tragedies, along with the explosion and fire aboard the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig last week in the Gulf of Mexico, which has left 11 workers missing, makes this a difficult month for the American worker.

“Indeed, each day in this country, 14 workers lose their lives on the job. That is 14 workers too many.

“Later this week, we will mark Workers’ Memorial Day. Let us take the time to reflect on and honor the love and contributions of those we’ve lost and to re-focus our efforts on not only providing secure and rewarding jobs for every American worker, but safe ones as well.”

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