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Safety / On & Off The Trail / H1N1

« on: October 13, 2009, 06:38:48 pm »

In case you haven't seen this:
Thanks again to Steve B.



Fever    Fever is rare with a cold.    
Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the flu.

Coughing    A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold.
   A nonproductive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).
 
Aches    Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.
    Severe aches and pains are common with the flu.

Stuffy Nose Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week.
   Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the flu.

Chills    Chills are uncommon with a cold.
   60% of people who have the flu experience chills.

Tiredness    Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.
   Tiredness is moderate to severe with the flu.

Sneezing    Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.
   Sneezing is not common with the flu.

Sudden Symptoms    Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.    
 The flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.

Headache    A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.    
A headache is very common with the flu, present in 80% of flu cases.

Sore Throat    Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.
    Sore throat is not commonly present with the flu.. 

Chest Discomfort    Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.
   Chest discomfort is often severe with the flu.

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Safety / On & Off The Trail / Driving Hand Positions on Steering Wheels with Supplemental Airbags

« on: August 15, 2009, 05:26:40 pm »

This Safety Awareness Bulletin (SAB) is intended for Power System Operations (PSO) but is provided to all TVA
organizations for information.
A recent vehicular accident involving an employee hand injury during the airbag deployment, underlines the need to
provide updated information on recommendations for driver’s hand positioning on the steering wheel of a vehicle
equipped with Supplemental Airbag Restraint systems.
How Air Bags Work
To have a frontal (driver or passenger) air bag deploy, certain criteria must be met. One of these criteria is that the frontal
impact must be within a 60-degree window, occurring within 30 degrees from the vehicle's centerline. Another key
element is that the crash forces are equivalent to a head-on collision with an immovable barrier at 10-15 miles per hour.
Because a typical automobile accident only lasts about 0.125 (1/8th) of a second, air bags deploy within 15 to 20ms after
the initial crash impact. To create a protective cushion between the occupant and the vehicle's interior, the air bag inflates
at speeds up to 200 mph within approximately 30ms after impact. This allows the occupant to contact a fully inflated bag
within approximately 45 to 50ms after the initial crash impact. Approximately 100ms after impact the bag deflates.
The entire deployment and deflation cycle takes place in less than one second.
Updated Recommendations for Hand Placement on Airbag Equipped Steering Wheels
Steering: Proper Hand Position
Opinions vary as to exactly what constitutes proper hand position on the steering wheel. You probably grew up with the
10:00/2:00 position. This position is no longer acceptable because deploying airbags may throw the drivers hands into his
face. We recommend the 9:00/3:00 position. Now that driver side airbags are standard equipment in the steering wheels
of new cars, the 8:00/4:00 hand position has become an acceptable option. Either of these positions, or anywhere
between them, is a good hand position as long as you are comfortable. Try several hand positions while
parked. Point out the pros and cons of each and share your expectations with new drivers. Do not allow new drivers to
drive with only one hand on the steering wheel, wrists crossed, or both hands at the 12:00 position. Again, airbags are the
factor. Should the airbag deploy, you want to be sure the hands are directed out or down, not in the drivers face.
We recommend that drivers steer using the modified hand-to-hand method. We call it “modified” because you never
actually bring your right hand to contact your left hand. You were probably taught hand-over-hand and, prior to driver side
airbags, that was acceptable. In today's automobile it is important to keep your hands away from the top of the steering
wheel. If the airbag deploys, you will likely punch yourself in the face with the force of the airbag's deployment as well as
the force of your own forward motion in the vehicle.
When using modified hand-to-hand steering to turn, the left hand grasps the wheel between 7 and 8 o'clock and the right
hand grasp the wheel between 4 and 5 o'clock. Depending on the direction of the turn, the right or left hand pushes the
wheel up and the opposite hand slides up, grasps the wheel and pulls down to continue the turn. Never bring your hands
above the 11 and 1 position. While the pulling hand moves down, the hand that initially pushed up slides back toward its
original position to make adjustments as needed. Simply reverse the modified hand-to-hand process to bring the vehicle
onto your intended path. Initially, drivers may be confused about modified hand-to-hand steering. If they are shuffling the
steering wheel, encourage them to use the full range of motion. It may also help to have them focus on the smoothness of
the turn.

With the new driver's hands positioned at 7/9 and 3/5, a more natural seated position, there tends to be less muscle
stress, hence less weaving in a lane. With the arms next to the body, it is more natural to keep both hands on the wheel at
all times. Since the hands and arms never cross over the steering wheel there is less chance of injury to the face induced
by the hands or arms in the event of a frontal crash in a vehicle equipped with a driver side air bag.
Practice proper hand position and steering method using a Frisbee, paper plate, or other disk or wheel before new drivers
get behind the wheel of a car.

This bulletin was prepared by: Daryl Smith

Submitted by SL Breeden

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14th Annual (2009) / Rick's Excellant Adventure

« on: July 24, 2009, 06:17:05 pm »

Just in case you missed it......



http://s338.photobucket.com/albums/n427/PAjeepguy_photos/Ricks%20Excellant%20Adventure/

I think he said he had dust in his eyes....

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14th Annual (2009) / Camera Found

« on: July 19, 2009, 07:30:26 pm »

Email me to identify.

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Safety / On & Off The Trail / Winch Safety Guide

« on: June 26, 2009, 09:46:37 pm »

Winch Safety guide from Warn

http://www.warn.com/corporate/images/90/64660-A2_RS.pdf


And from Ramsey

http://www.ramsey.com/video/index.html

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Safety / On & Off The Trail / Fall Prevention

« on: June 26, 2009, 09:40:33 pm »

Falls are a leading cause of injury and deaths in our homes, business and communities. In 2007 there were 20,600 fall related deaths in our homes and communities. The majority of these affected the older (65+) population. Fall proof your home as well as your work area and help others do the same. This can be done by:
- Keeping your floors clean and clutter free.
- Maintain good lighting throughout your home, work area and especially around stairways and congested locations.
- Use non-skid throw rugs in potentially slippery places, like bathrooms in the home and entranceways at work.
- Install handrails on stairways and porches.
- Have a sturdy stepstool or ladder to use when climbing or reaching for high places.
- Clean up or barricade around slip, trip hazards you have identified.
- Make sure that barricades and barriers are installed around your work areas to protect others from hazards.
- Wear fall protection equipment correctly and secure to an acceptable anchor point.


contributed by S Breeden.

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Safety / On & Off The Trail / Springtime Safety

« on: June 08, 2009, 08:45:41 pm »

contributed by S Breeden



Springtime Safety Springtime is in full swing. Along with springtime, most people are becoming more active with outdoor activities. Some of the activities include yard work, barbequing, hunting/fishing and biking and many more. It is time to watch out for others since many people may be distracted and may not be watching out for you.
Remember that along with this time of year we sometimes experience stormy weather. When it is raining and you must use your windshield wipers, remember to always put on your headlights. Again, you may be able to see other people, but they may not always be able to see you. This is a good reminder for us all and in many states it is the law.
Prom and Graduation
The school year ends with a prom and graduation. As a parent you want these festivities to be special, but also safe. Encourage your teen to practice safe driving behaviors while going to and from prom, graduation and beyond.
Traffic crashes are the leading cause of teen fatalities accounting for 75% of all unintentional teen deaths. Every day nearly nine drivers ages 15 to 20 are killed in crashes and another 690 are injured.
Parents should limit the number of passengers their teen carries when driving. Teen passengers can be very distracting to teen drivers and may influence risk-taking behaviors.
Work with your teen to establish driving rules and penalties for failure to obey them. Know the location, time and who is hosting all the events your teen attends, and set time limits for travel after the party.
Together you and your teen can understand driving
risks to ensure a happy and memorable experience.

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First Aid Information / Blood Clots/Stroke - They Now Have a Fourth Indicator, the Tongue

« on: June 08, 2009, 08:42:36 pm »

Blood Clots/Stroke - They Now Have a Fourth Indicator, the Tongue


I will continue to forward this every time it comes around!

STROKE:Remember the 1st Three Letters.....S.T.R.

My nurse friend sent this and encouraged me to post it and spread the word.  I agree.

If everyone can remember something this simple, we could save some folks.
Seriously...

Please read:

STROKE IDENTIFICATION:

During a BBQ, a friend stumbled and took a little fall.  She assured everyone that she was fine (They offered to call paramedics).  She said she had just tripped over a brick because of her new shoes.

They got her cleaned up and got her a new plate of food. While she appeared a bit shaken up, Ingrid went about enjoying herself the rest of the evening..

Ingrid's husband called later telling everyone that his wife had been taken to the hospital.  At 6:00 pm Ingrid passed away. She had suffered a stroke at the BBQ.. Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Ingrid would be with us today. Some don't die.  They end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead.

It only takes a minute to read this...

A neurologist says that if he can get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke...totally. He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE:

Thank God for the sense to remember the '3' steps, STR . Read and Learn!

Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify.    Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.

Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions:

S *Ask the individual to SMILE.
T *Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE, coherently.  (i.e. It is sunny out today.)
R *Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS..

If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call emergency number immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.

New Sign of a Stroke -------- Stick out Your Tongue

NOTE: Another 'sign' of a stroke is this: Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue... If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other, that is also an indication of a stroke.

A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this e-mail sends it to 10 people; you can bet that at least one life will be saved.

I have done my part. Will you?


Thanks to S Breeden



 

 


 
 
 

 
 
 

 

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Safety / On & Off The Trail / Roadway Work Zone Safety

« on: April 16, 2009, 04:39:40 pm »

                                                                Roadway Work Zone Safety

As is with every spring, the orange barrels come out on our roadways for repair of dilapidated roads and bridges. These work zones are a high hazard work location. In 2007 the National Safety Council reported that there were 835 people killed and 41,475 people injured in crashes in these work zones. Of the 835 people that died, 644 occurred in construction zones while the rest occurred in other roadway zones such as maintenance or utility activities.
Based on NSC information there are 35 states which have work zone laws, while 49 states have special penalties for traffic violations in work zones.
We are all responsible for driving, biking and walking through these work zones to make transition through these areas as safe and orderly as possible. Here are some tips in making this happen.

1. Expect the unexpected – Normal speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be changed and people may be working near the road.

2. Slow down – Speeding is one of the main causes of work zone crashes.

3. Do Not Tailgate – Keep a safe distance from the car in front of you. This is the main reason for work zone accidents.

4. Keep a safe distance from your vehicle and construction workers and their equipment.

5. Pay attention to the signs.

6. Obey road crew flaggers.

7. Stay calm and minimize distractions – Dedicate your full attention to the roadway and avoid changing radio stations or using the cell phone.

8. Be patient and stay calm – The work zone crew workers are working to improve the
roadway which will make your future drive better.

9. Plan you travel path. Expect delays.

submitted by SL Breeden
-Provided by National Safety Council-

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First Aid Information / CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid class

« on: March 14, 2009, 07:32:20 pm »

Bob Bracken has arranged for a CPR, AED, Basic First Aid class on Sunday April 26th at 1:00PM.  The class will be held at Red Lion Fire Company on RT 74 just west of RT 24.  The class is approximately 5 hours in length and class size is limited to 15 people.  It is my understanding that this class will not include booklets.  I will check with Bob to see if they will be available to those interested in puchasing them  Either email me or PM me here and I will add you to the list.  There are five open spots for this class.                                               
                                                 
 Those that have already signed up are:

                                                  BOB BRACKEN
                                                   BOB TRUIT
                                                   THERESA JANSEN
                                                   FRANK MORDER
                                                   JENN WATSON
                                                   CLAIR KAUFMAN
                                                   PAT MORRIS
                                                   TRISH MORRIS
                                                   NORM ECKARD
                                                   TINA DILLMAN

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Safety / On & Off The Trail / Jump-Starting your battery

« on: February 15, 2009, 08:24:07 am »

                                           
 

                                              Jump-Starting Your Dead Car Battery ---- Correctly


With the onset of cold weather in most areas of the country, the possibility of encountering a dead car battery increases. Providing that a set of jumper cables is available, this is usually easily remedied, at least temporarily until you can have the battery replaced.
When your battery fails, a jump start will often provide a quick fix. It is important that jump-starting be done properly to avoid serious personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle. The National Safety Council recommends the following procedure:

Position another vehicle with a healthy battery and your car so they do not touch each other. Be sure both batteries are of the same voltage.

Check the owners’ manuals for both vehicles for any special directions from the manufacturer.

Turn off the ignitions of both vehicles and set the parking brakes. Place automatic transmissions in “Park” and standard transmissions in neutral.

Always wear safety glasses and gloves when using cables.

Unless given different directions in the owners’ manual, use the booster cables in this order:

Connect one end of the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) post of the dead battery.

Connect the other end of the same cable to the same marked post (+) of the booster battery.

Connect the second, negative (-) booster cable to the other post of the booster battery.

Make the final negative (-) booster cable connection on the engine block of the stalled vehicle away from the battery.

Start the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes. Then, start the disabled vehicle.

Remove the cables in the reverse order of connection, being very careful not to let the booster cable clamps touch each other or come in contact with car parts. Also, avoid the fans of the engines. Electric fans may run without the engine being on.

compliments of S. Breeden aka KYSteve

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Safety / On & Off The Trail / Holiday Safety Part Duex

« on: December 30, 2008, 01:22:38 pm »

As the newly elected "Safety Guy" I would like to share this with all of you.
Everyone enjoys a "fresh" Christmas Tree....
                   but, sometimes the worst can happen.

http://fire.nist.gov/tree_fire.htm
             

Always remember to be safe especially during the holiday season

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13th Annual (2008) / More 08 Show pictures

« on: September 13, 2008, 08:20:21 am »

Here is the link to some of my pictures from the 13th Annual show. 


http://s338.photobucket.com/albums/n427/PAjeepguy_photos/2008%20PA%20Jeeps%20all%20breeds%20Jeep%20show/