Indoor Air Quality in Commercial Buildings
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This informative 36 page paper looks at the issues of poor air quality in commercial buildings. The paper starts by defining the problem, with some background on the causes and effects of poor air quality. The paper then moves on to consider the problem of sick building syndrome and the way the situation may be tackled. This includes consideration of recent legal cases where large comparison has paid out due to poor air quality in a commercial building. The role of insurance is briefly considered before the final section where there is an examination of the way that air pollution or contamination may be investigated and treated and what preventative measures are available. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
Filename: TEairqul.wps
Paper Title: Indoor Air Quality in Commercial Buildings

Industrial Safety / Aviation Focus
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A 10 page research paper on the human, economic and other benefits to companies who implement industrial safety processes. The writer focuses on the 1997 Champions of Safety winners and looks at details of training and implementation programs. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Aviation.wps
Paper Title: Industrial Safety / Aviation Focus

Manual Handling Policy
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12 pages in length. Manual handling policy has long been an integral component to the standard of care provided at hospitals, nursing homes, home care and other situations where patients require the nurse to provide physical movement for them. As a direct result of overwhelming musculoskeltal injuries, new policy dictates a termination of any sort of manual lifting, which is to be replaced by specially adapted equipment. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: TLCManHn.rtf
Paper Title: Manual Handling Policy

Occupational Health and Safety at This End Up Furniture
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An 11 page paper summarizing an interview with this furniture manufacturer's facility and safety manager. The interview questions cover such topics as whether the building has been screened for asbestos, radon and lead; employee safety training; approach to worker's compensation; ergonomics and other OSHA standards; and employee assistance programs available. The company regards some issues as falling into zero-tolerance range, but it is rather casual with measures above minimum standards. Instead, it makes tools available for employees and allows them to determine their individual needs. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSoccHlth.wps
Paper Title: Occupational Health and Safety at This End Up Furniture

Pneumatic Nailer Safety
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A 10 page paper discussing the use of pneumatic nailing tools at Steinway & Sons, manufacturers of the world's leading piano. The company prizes traditional craftsmanship and traditional processes, with the result that it does not have extensive experience with 'modern' tools and techniques. The company and its craftsmen only grudgingly turn to labor-saving tools and devices such as pneumatic nailers, and it does not have extensive experience in handling air tools. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has guidelines that assist the company in improving safety. The paper offers a suggestion for this safety-conscious company. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KSconstNailr.rtf
Paper Title: Pneumatic Nailer Safety

Preventing Children's Injuries
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A 6 page paper examining techniques for the prevention of children's injuries. Areas covered include the household, toys, travel, and water. Bibliography lists 6 references.
Filename: Chilinj.wps
Paper Title: Preventing Children's Injuries

Psychogenic Shock
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This 5 page paper takes a look at shock with an emphasis on psychogenic shock. Symptoms, causes and treatment methods are all discussed. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA413shk.rtf
Paper Title: Psychogenic Shock

Running Technique and Preventing Injuries
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This 5 page report discusses running and the potential it presents for injury. Running involves a number of physiological dynamics that are completely unique to running. An individual’s age, weight, athletic background, biomechanical, physiological, and psychological processes should be considered in order to coordinate the best techniques and training programs. Various modifications in technique can also serve to help in the prevention of running injuries. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWrunnin.wps
Paper Title: Running Technique and Preventing Injuries

Safety / Simple Guidelines Of Common Sense
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A 3 page overview of safety measures we can incorporate into our lives to reduce our risk of accident, disease, and violence. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Safety.wps
Paper Title: Safety / Simple Guidelines Of Common Sense

Safety Programs in The Nursing Home Environment
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A 28 page discussion of the importance of Safety Programs in Nursing Homes. Outlines the role of OSHA is nursing home safety issues and details specific components of nursing home Safety Plans including accident prevention and reporting procedures, general health concerns, and procedures for disease control. Emphasizes the role of training in ensuring a adequately carried out Safety Program. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PPeldSaf.wps
Paper Title: Safety Programs in The Nursing Home Environment