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Obama references Libyan protest sign in United Nations address
“Rescue Benghazi day” drew over 30,000 demonstrators (Via GillReport). 10/04/2012 — President Obama concluded his remarks to the UN General Assembly last week by referencing a sign spotted at a Benghazi demonstration held just ten days after an assault on America’s embassy resulted in the American ambassador’s death. The sign read: “Chris Stevens was a […]
How’s Business? Check the Bathroom
If the bathroom looks like this, how’s the service? (Photo via Bradley Corp.) 9/28/2012 — Maybe you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but Americans believe you can judge a business by its bathrooms, according to recent research. And this goes beyond the quintessential dirty gas-station bathroom: the surveys say issues like unflushed toilets […]
Safety Tips for National Preparedness Month
Essential reminders, from MySafetySign.com. September 7, 2012 — September is National Preparedness Month, and SmartSign has got you covered. In all disasters, survival happens at the collision of luck and preparation. Now is the time to take stock of all emergency plans, and to make changes where needed. By incorporating safety signs and procedures into ordinary tasks, […]
Rash of Recent Shootings Reopens Debate on Gun Laws
Perry Hall High in Maryland was rocked by a shotgun shooting on the first day of school (via The Baltimore Sun). September 4, 2012 — Following shootings in Colorado, Wisconsin, and at one high school in Maryland, legislators are forced to reexamine existing gun laws. At Maryland’s Perry Hill High, a shooting left a special […]
Tropical Storm Isaac Forces Evacuations of Coastal Towns, Need for Safety
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration image of Tropical Storm Isaac (via LATimes.com) August 28, 2012 – As Tropical Storm Isaac moves in, coastal cities are bracing for impact. Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant has declared a state of emergency as the storm could grow to a Category 1 Hurricane by the time it is expected to […]
OSHA Declares Light Bulbs A Workplace Hazard
OSHA finds fluorescent light bulbs pose health risk to workers (Via EHSToday). August 8, 2012 — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified an unusual workplace hazard—light bulbs, specifically, fluorescent light bulbs. These light bulbs contain mercury, a very toxic element, in vapor form. If a fluorescent bulb is crushed or broken, the […]
Deterring Illegal Handicap Parking: Prevention Over Increased Fines
Angered at illegal handicap parking, disabled drivers take to the streets – issuing friendly reminders to able-bodied drivers to respect the law (Courtesy of IdahoStatesMan). July 30, 2012 — In the ongoing war against illegal handicap parking, Illinois legislators have signed into law two new bills to further discourage the unethical practice. The bills addressed […]