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GOLD COAST CHAPTER Of AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS
A Seminar on Risk Assessment
On Wednesday April 2, 2008 A Seminar on Risk Assessment will be offered at the Florida Power & Light
Headquarters Auditorium at Juno Beach, Florida

The Seminar will be presented by L.C. Abbott, BS, MS, JD, PhD, Senior Risk Assessor for USDA’s Office of Risk Assessment & Cost Benefit Analysis in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Abbott earned a BS in Biology at Florida Southern College, Lakeland, FL; a MS in Environmental Science at George Mason University, Fairfax, VA; a JD from George Mason University, School of Law, Fairfax, Virginia and a PhD in Eco Systems Modeling at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. Several times a year she conducts a Risk Forum for USDA in Washington, D.C. She is an advisor (and part time instructor) to the two Attorney/Instructors of a John Hopkins University Graduate Course on the Environment and Public Policy. Prior to attending Utah State, she was engaged in the location of Super Fund sites for EPA. She is an advisor on pesticide risks to the USDA Department Head assigned the accountability of interfacing with the Environmental Protection Agency. The attached Power Point Presentation outlines this Seminar’s Key Presentation Points.

Seminar registration by e-mail –contact lvabbott@bellsouth.net
2008 Legislation Affecting Traffic & Motor Vehicle Laws
320.02(1)  Effective July 1, 2008, a motorcycle, motor driven cycle or moped registration may not be issued unless the registrant has a motorcycle endorsement on their driver license.
 

322.12(5) (a)  Effective July 1, 2008, all applicants for a motorcycle endorsement must show proof of completion of the motorcycle safety course.

Annual Holiday Luncheon
The Annual Holiday Luncheon at the Crazy Buffet was a great time enjoyed by all. We were happy to see our old friends and new friends. The identity theft presentation really hit home. It was the perfect time of year to raise awareness.
9th Annual RIMS Classic Golf Tournament
We had a another magnificent Golf Tournament at the Links @ Madison Greene on October 13th, 2007. We had approximately 70 golfers participated in the tournament. The day was lovely and we appreciate all of the support we received from our sponsors, golfers and volunteers. We are sure that all attendees had a superb time and we hope all will join us again next year for fun in the sun.
 
The Safety Council has moved
We are happy to announce our office has relocated to 4152 W. Blue Heron Blvd. Suite 110, Riviera Beach, FL 33404. Our new phone number is 561-845-8233 and our fax number is 561-848-6873.
 The Breakers Hotel Health & Safety Fair
On May 24th 2007 the Safety Council participated at The Breakers Hotel Health & Safety Fair. There were hundreds of employees at the event. We brought our new pedal car to the this event along with the impairment goggles. When wearing these goggles it gives you the impression of being impaired. We have now paired the goggles with he pedal so individuals understand what is like to drink and drive. The obstacle course was well received. For the member companies of the Safety Council if you would like us to come to your event please contact us.

Splash into Safety 2007-Sponsored by PBC Safe Kids Coalition
The Safety Council participated in Splash Camp 2007. The camp took place during Spring break April 2nd-6th at the Lake Worth Municipal Pool. This camp was free for 100 children picked from 4 local Elementary Schools. The children received swimming education from certified instructors with Quality Swimming. The children also received safety lessons daily from professionals throughout the County. This event was a huge success due to a strong community effort.

Food Manager & Handler Certification

We are proud to announce our partnership with Safe Food Systems.. This course is based on the  nationally recognized National Registry of Food Safety Professionals.   Food Manager Certification Class covers each area for approximately one  hour and then is followed up by a comprehensive review just prior to the exam.

  • In Depth Study of Foodborne Illnesses

  • Related Common Diseases, both Viral and Bacterial. 

  • Personal Hygiene

  • Receiving and Storage

  • Cleaning and Sanitizing

  • Time and Temperature Requirements

  • Introduction to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.

Food Handler Certification Training is in compliance with the  Florida Administrative Code and the USDA Food Code adopted by the Florida DBPR, Division of Hotels and Restaurants. 

Course tuition for the Food Manager Certification is valid for five years   $99.00
Course tuition for the Food Handler Certification is valid for three years  $27.00
You must  register through the Safety Council to receive these discounted prices. 

Call 561-845-8233 or 1-800-640-2415 to register.
Click here to download a brochure.

Motor Vehicle Guide
Every 12 minutes someone dies in a motor vehicle crash, every 10 seconds an injury occurs and every 5 seconds a crash occurs. Many of these incidents occur during the workday or during the commute to and from work. Employers bear the cost for injuries that occur both on and off the job. Whether you manage a fleet of vehicles, oversee a mobile sales force or simply employ commuters, by implementing a driver safety program in the workplace you can greatly reduce the risks faced by your employees and their families while protecting your company’s bottom line.

Click here to download the OSHA Motor Vehicle Guide

 

 

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