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Regional Zika Epidemiological Update

August 25, 2017

To date, 48 countries and territories in the Americas have confirmed autochthonous, vector-borne transmission of Zika virus disease, while five countries have reported sexually transmitted Zika cases.

Safety News Alert – Genie Aerial Lift Recall

August 11, 2017

Genie Industries has found that wed debris in the boom tubes could lead to premature and excessive wear of the upper wear pads. This excessive wear can lead to potential damage to the boom tubes and could cause the platforms to drop.

Salmonella outbreak linked to university labs

July 26, 2017

On July 19, 2017, the CDC posted the findings from an investigation into a multistate outbreak of Salmonella typhimurium infections linked to various college and university teaching microbiology laboratories.

Heat Advisory

July 25, 2017

Employees should take special precautions to avoid heat-related illness in unusually hot weather when working outdoors or in unconditioned indoor environments.