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Swine_Flu
By Heidi Schwartz, on November 24, 2009, at 10:23 am
OSHA issued a compliance directive on 11/20/09 to ensure uniform procedures when conducting inspections to identify and minimize or eliminate high to very high risk occupational exposures for healthcare workers to the 2009 H1N1 influenza A virus.
Continue reading OSHA Directive Addresses Flu Prevention for Healthcare Workers
By Heidi Schwartz, on November 12, 2009, at 11:04 am
The uncertain severity and timing of this year’s flu activity means that schools, businesses, and workplaces need to prepare for higher absenteeism rates, along with cases of presenteeism—when someone goes to work or school while sick—leading to productivity declines and the possibility of spreading illness to others.
Continue reading WEB EXCLUSIVE: Winning the War on Germs
By Heidi Schwartz, on October 8, 2009, at 9:31 am
With cold and flu season upon us, spending time reviewing your HVAC system, its major components, and air and water distribution is time well spent to help mitigate the spread of type A (H1N1) and other types of Influenza.
Continue reading Tips for Mitigating Influenza in Commercial Buildings
By Heidi Schwartz, on July 21, 2009, at 12:02 pm
The nurses requested assistance from the Cal/OSHA just after the World Health Organization re-classified H1N1 as an “unstoppable” Level 6 pandemic.
Continue reading Nurses File Complaint: Shortage of Swine Flu Masks
By Heidi Schwartz, on June 16, 2009, at 9:35 am
This i-session helps fms prepare for current and future pandemics by focusing on challenges and priorities. Case studies from the current swine flu pandemic will be used to assist participants with establishing response plans.
Continue reading IFMA’s Pandemic i-Session Available On Demand
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