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To: NATIONAL EDITORS
Contact: Pamela King of the American Red Cross, +1-202-303-4436; Cell: +1-202-716-0912; Kingpam@usa.redcross.org
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All indications are that people are vacationing closer to home this year, and often times, turning to camping. When that's the case, Coghlan's "Camper's Kit in a Bottle" can be a good tool to have, especially for children and Scouts. The kit includes a 1- liter shatter resistant polycarbonate bottle, with a carabineer attached to clip it to a backpack or belt, a small camper's multi- tool with sheath, a flashlight, poncho, and first-aid kit that includes a first-aid guide, bandages of various sides, gauze pads, alcohol pad, moleskin, a travel towel and steel needle. Suggested retail price is less than $13. For information: write Coghlan's Ltd., 121 Irene St., Winnipeg, MB, Canada, R3T 4C7; call 204-284- 9550; or visit Coghlans.com.
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Workplace first-aid program is a key component of any comprehensive safety and health management system," said OSHA Administrator Ed Foulke. "Our new guide offers practical information on how to help employers plan and implement first-aid programs as well as effective training.
The new OSHA guide identifies four essential elements for first- aid programs to be effective and successful: management leadership and employee involvement; worksite analysis; hazard prevention and control; and safety and health training.
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The Darke County chapter of the American Red Cross is selling Pet First Aid, a guide to preventing, preparing for and responding to emergencies involving our furry friends.
The chapter also teaches a course in pet first aid, which provides hands-on training in some of the issues addressed in the book.
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Workplace first-aid program is a key component of any comprehensive safety and health management system," said OSHA Administrator Ed Foulke. "Our new guide offers practical information on how to help employers plan and implement first-aid programs as well as effective training.
The new OSHA guide identifies four essential elements for first- aid programs to be effective and successful: management leadership and employee involvement; worksite analysis; hazard prevention and control; and safety and health training.
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NEW YORK -- Web visitors will now have even more practical solutions and information at their fingertips when they visit About.com, the top 10 content...
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Features include: * Hands-free belt pack with adjustable straps * 2 large zippered compartments, each with 4 pockets inside to help keep your supplies organized and easy to find * other storage compartments * American Red Cross First Aid Guide with basic information on how to respond to a variety of incidents from cuts and scratches to more serious injuries * Extra room for personal customization whether you're a camp counselor or working a park event The NRPA First Aid kit is on sale now at RedCrossStore.org.
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The recent Southern California wildfires caused one of the largest evacuations in the state's history. And even though the response to the emergency has been widely praised, the wildfires should still serve as a wake-up call on how quickly disaster can strike.
During the cecent Wildfires, the American Red Cross acted swiftly to meet the needs of the victims. Red Cross provided nearly'25,000 overnight stays in 26 shelters throughout Southern California and served more than 375,000 meals and snacks at more than 80 feeding sites," said Paul Schulz, CEO of the American Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles. "We want Southland residents to know there is help available during a disaster, but preparedness starts with each individual.
"The American Red Cross is best known as a disaster responder, ...
... their loved ones during those critical first days after a disaster.". The American Red Cross of...* First aid kit with a reference guide;. * A supply of the prescription and non-prescript...
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The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has published a 28-page booklet to help employers and employees develop and implement effective...