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County legislators won’t turn bookmobile into emergency vehicle Comments Off

Franklin County legislators voted not to use a former bookmobile as an emergency vehicle after several weeks of debate. The Public Safety Committee Chairman considered transforming a bookmobile the county legislation allocated funds to purchase in 2006 for the Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library System into an emergency mobile command and communication center, but legislators voted against taking the truck due to the anticipated expense of converting it into an emergency vehicle.

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Franklin County says no to bookmobile as emergency truck

Posted on: 08-17-2012
Posted in: News, Safety

Commercial trucking safety audit, application procedure modified Comments Off

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has instituted a new application policy for first time trucking applicants allowing them less time to correct any problems with their application. Carrier authorities must pass a safety audit before their applications are approved. If the applicant fails the safety audit, they must submit a corrective action plan within 15 days of the audit under the new policy.

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FMCSA Puts Clock on New Entrant Applications

Posted on: 08-17-2012
Posted in: News, Safety

Johnsonville recalls turkey sausage after consumers find glove parts Comments Off

An estimated 48,000 pounds of turkey sausage has been voluntarily recalled by its distributor, Johnsonville Sausage of Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, in cooperation with a request from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This recall, affecting 13.5 ounce packages of Johnsonville Turkey Sausage with Cheddar Cheese, has been issued following at least two consumer complaints reporting pieces of gloves in the meat.

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Johnsonville Sausage Recall: 48,000 Lbs of Turkey Sausage Recalled

Posted on: 08-17-2012
Posted in: Product Recall, Safety

Man accused of swinding elderly convicted of similar crime in 1997 Comments Off

A Riverside county man recently arrested on charges of elder abuse, grand theft and theft by false pretense was previously found guilty of similar charges in Orange County, according to the Riverside County Sherriff’s Office. Law enforcement officials allege that the man convinced two women in their 70s to loan him thousands of dollars, which he never repaid. The man was convicted of felony grand theft in 1997 for similar charges involving 11 other women, according to law enforcement officials.

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Calif. man charged in new scam on women in 70s

Posted on: 08-17-2012
Posted in: News, Safety

Palm Desert commercial vehicle inspections uncover 24 violations Comments Off

Palm Desert law enforcement officers discovered 24 violations during a commercial vehicle inspection this week. California Highway Patrol officers found two dozen violations — including drivers operating commercial vehicles without proper licensing, defective tires, and inadequately secured loads – after conducting 28 inspections. The vehicles and drivers in violation of state laws were taken out of service until the violations were corrected.

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Highway patrol officers issue 24 violations during truck inspections

Posted on: 08-16-2012
Posted in: Safety

Faulty wiring prompts heated pet pad recall Comments Off

Indoor Pet Heating Comfort Pad Mats, distributed by World Class Incorporated, have been recalled due to faulty wiring, which may pose a fire or electrical shock hazard. These products, made in China by Fuzhou Senhor Leisure Products, were sold exclusively on the Amazon.com website for about $19. Consumers in possession of these products have been advised to discontinue using them immediately.

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Heated Mats for Pets Recalled by World Class Due to Fire and Electrical Shock Hazards to Consumers; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com

Posted on: 08-16-2012
Posted in: Product Recall, Safety

Bear Grylls machetes recalled due to personal injury risk Comments Off

Bear Grylls Parang Machetes, distributed by Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Oregon, has been voluntarily recalled because they pose a laceration hazard to consumers. This recall, affecting approximately 119,000 units, has been issued by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission because the handle or blade can break during use, possibly causing injury to the user.

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Gerber Recalls Machetes Due to Laceration Hazard

Posted on: 08-16-2012
Posted in: Product Recall, Safety

Oregon police plan sting to enforce pedestrian right of way law Comments Off

Law enforcement officers in North Bend, Oregon, have scheduled a focused enforcement effort emphasizing pedestrian safety for the end of the month. A person posing as an ordinary pedestrian will cross an intersection to allow officers to enforce the state law requiring motorists to yield the right of way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross a street at an intersection or crosswalk.

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Pedestrian ‘decoy’ in North Bend

Posted on: 08-16-2012
Posted in: Pedestrian Accident, Safety

Pets in greater danger during summer heat wave, PETA says Comments Off

As summer heat continues, the animal safety advocacy organization People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is reminding pet owners to follow the proper steps to keep animals safe from heatstroke and other seasonal dangers. Dogs are not able to sweat through their skin, only through their paws and through panting. The warning signs of heatstroke include increased panting, vomiting, and excessive restlessness.

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PETA pushes pet safety during excessive heat advisory

Posted on: 08-15-2012
Posted in: News, Safety

Kentucky nursing home closed after inspectors discover abuse, neglect Comments Off

Golden Years Rest Home in eastern Kentucky was closed in September of 2011 after an investigation conducted by Kentucky Protection & Advocacy revealed that residents reported going without adequate food and water and suffering verbal and in some cases sexual abuse by the facility staff. Inspectors for the advocacy agency also found unsanitary facility conditions such as broken and stained furniture and insufficient supplies of toilet paper, wash cloths, and other necessities.

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Report: abuse, filthy conditions at Ky. rest home

Posted on: 08-15-2012
Posted in: News, Safety
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