A Survey: The Principal Elements of Safety Programs of Nine Major American Shipyards

Research on walking vehicles and variable configuration wheeled vehicles is reviewed. The central feature of the vehicles discussed is terrain adaptive capability. The principal elements of the technical problems of coordination and control are discussed for each vehicle type. Examples of each vehicle type are discussed and an extensive reference list is provided. Although the article is primarily a review article, it contains a new discussion of the coordination problem of robotic mechanisms.

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The Role of the Laser Safety Officer and Laser Safety Programs in Clinical Practice

Aesthetic Surgery Journal ◽

10.1093/asj/sjaa239 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Christine E Wamsley ◽

John Hoopman ◽

Jeffrey M Kenkel

Keyword(s):

Medical Center ◽

National Standards ◽

Clinical Settings ◽

Full Time ◽

Health Administration ◽

Clinical Practices ◽

Large Hospital ◽

Laser Safety ◽

Safety Officer ◽

Safety Programs

Abstract Recent advancements in laser technology have led to its expanded utilization in smaller clinical settings and medical spas, particularly for facial rejuvenation and the treatment of other aesthetic concerns. Despite the increasing popularity of this technology, discussion of laser safety programs has remained limited, mostly to operating rooms at larger clinical institutions. Although smaller facilities do not operate at the same capacity as a large hospital or medical center, the requirements for utilizing a laser are no less stringent. Employers must comply with local and federal regulations, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) General Duty Clause, American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards, and professional recommended practices applicable to their business. Although the laser safety officer (LSO) is often a full-time position within larger facilities, smaller clinical settings and medical spas may be limited in staff number. It is important, therefore, that clinical practices establish laser policies and procedures with consideration of their individual needs and capabilities. In this paper, we will define a laser safety program, highlight basic requirements needed to establish this program, and outline the specific responsibilities of the LSO. To ensure that safe laser practices are being conducted at the healthcare facility, it is imperative that small business owners are aware of these regulations and standards in place for the operation of laser systems.

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Industry Experience with Behavior-Based Safety Programs: A Survey

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting ◽

10.1177/154193120004401022 ◽

2000 ◽

Vol 44 (10) ◽

pp. 213-215

Author(s):

Joseph M. Deeb ◽

Mary E. Danz-Reece ◽

Tamara J. Smolar

Keyword(s):

Behavior Based ◽

Safety Programs ◽

Industry Experience

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