Region VI VPPPA News

The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc., is dedicated to spreading the word about VPP and other voluntary occupational safety, health and environmental programs. The association works as a liaison between member sites and the news media to promote the successes of VPP companies. The association is also committed to keeping members informed of the latest regulatory developments, industry news and association activities through several printed and electronic publications.

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Free Pipeline Safety Workshop Webcast

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is having a free workshop on June 19-20 and is making it available as an online webcast.

Safety Messages Are Getting Hardcore

In the U.K., a new type of public safety message has come into play that is definitely using the "scared straight" tactic.

A Different Kind Of Traffic Ticket

In Brimfield Township, OH, the police are giving out a different kind of traffic ticket this summer.

Perhaps Dogs Understand Safety and Teamwork, Too

Could it be that safety is natural and innate within us? There's a video from Chile which might suggest so.

The Beatles vs Jaywalking

In Calcutta, India, jaywalking is being combatted by The Beatles, or at least by their album "Abbey Road".

50's Safety Comic Book Makes Me Never Want To Ride A Bike Again

These days you'll hear people talk about how kids have it easy and are coddled. Perhaps they're right, judging by this 1950's safety comic that you'd never see these days.

If You See a Safety Issue, Report It

A Scottish firm has been fined for several safety hazards thanks to an anonymous complaint that led to a surprise visit from health and safety officials.

Youth, Safety, and the Importance of Edge Cases

You may have already heard about the 14-year-old girl whose science fair experiment has proven potential danger for iPad users with pacemakers. Its a fascinating story.

Near-Miss Reporting Improves Safety Overall

EHS Today has an article on the benefits of reporting not only accidents that occur but near-misses as well.

An Appeal For Workplace Safety From The Pope

Following a recent garment factory collapse in Bangladesh, Pope Francis mentioned victims and their families in St. Peter's Square after a confirmation ceremony. Click here to view the subtitled video at Rome Reports. 

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