Safety Matters/Teen Workplace Safety Beta Group Task Force

Volunteer opportunity for AIHA members:
I am currently chairing the Safety Matters/Teen Workplace Safety AIHA Beta Group Task Force. We are just getting started and I am  accepting AIHA member volunteers to serve on this task force. Like any task force, this will require a few conference calls and several emails with a specific time limit. Please contact me if you are interested in serving in this capacity.

Photo Credit: B.Chirico, AIHA

What is Safety Matters? This general awareness training program developed jointly by the National Institute of Occupational Heath and Safety (NIOSH) and the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) is designed to teach young workers how to identify workplace hazards and know their rights as workers.

Why is this important? Here are some statistics you may not know: 

• "Approximately 1.6 million U.S. teens (aged 15–17) work.
• Every nine minutes, a U.S. teen is injured on the job.
• On average, each year:
• 59,800 workers under the age of 18 are sent to the ER for job-related injuries
• 37 workers under the age of 18 die on the job.
• Young workers are twice as likely to be injured compared to adult workers." (from https://www.aiha.org/get-involved/SafetyMattersCenter/Pages/default.aspx)

Want to help bring Safety Matters to your community and teach young workers to expect a safe workplace? Then contact me to learn how you can mobilize this effort locally.

Improving your Social Chemistry: Science Communication on Facebook, Twitter and Other Online Platforms

FREE WEBINAR; REGISTRATION REQUIRED
July 13, 2017 @ 2:00pm ET

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The way that information is being shared is constantly changing as are the pathways for communicating with the public. You may be a wiz in the lab, but do you know the right formula for developing your social media presence? How are scientists using social media to communicate the value of their science with the public, the media, policymakers, and others in their community? Join Chris McCarthy, Manager of Social Media and Member Engagement with the American Chemical Society, as he shares the role that social media plays in science communication and how to improve your online skills.

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What You Will Learn

• How scientists are using social media tools like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for science communication (and how you can too!)
• How to tailor your message depending on your goals, your audience, and the social media platform you are using
• What resources ACS and other science organizations offer to help you improve your science communication skills

Webinar Details

• Date: Thursday, July 13, 2017 @ 2-3pm ET
• Fee: Free to Attend
• Download Slides: Available the day of broadcast

The Fine Print

ACS Webinars^® does not endorse any products or services. The views expressed in this presentation are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the American Chemical Society.

Experts

Chris McCarthy
American Chemical Society

Jennifer Maclachlan
PID Analyzers, LLC

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Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Express your passion for science advocacy using Linked-In and Facebook

Invited talk scheduled for the technical program of the 254th ACS National Meeting in Washington, DC, August 21, 2017. 

Conference hashtag: #ACSdc
Session hashtag: #SciFY18

PAPER ID: 2753323 

PAPER TITLE: Express your passion for science advocacy using Linked-In and Facebook (final paper number: SCHB 14) with Jennifer Maclachlan

This presentation will focus on how to connect with and build a network of relevant legislators who create policies 

 impacting the chemical sciences and related technologies using social media tools. Emphasis will be on how to 

craft impactful and consistent updates on Linked-In and Facebook to garner attention towards science advocacy issues.

DIVISION: Division of Small Chemical Businesses
SESSION: Social Media for Science Advocacy in Public Policy
SESSION TIME: 8:30 AM - 11:50 AM

PRESENTATION FORMAT: Oral 
DAY and TIME OF PRESENTATION: Monday August 21, 2017 10:50am-11:20PM

SCHB helps you connect with entrepreneurs in the chemistry community

ABSTRACT SYMPOSIUM NAME: Chemical Entrepreneurs' Impact on the Global Economy

ABSTRACT SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM AREA NAME: SCHB

CONTROL ID: 2736841

PRESENTATION TYPE: Poster Only  FEATURED AT SCIMIX at #ACSdc Monday August 21, 2017 8pm-10pm

TITLE: SCHB helps you connect with entrepreneurs in the chemistry community

AUTHORS (FIRST NAME, LAST NAME): Anis Rahman1, Peter C. Lauro1, David J. Deutsch1, Abhishek Kantak1, Joseph E. Sabol1, Jennifer L. Maclachlan1, Erika L. Oltermann1, Mukund Chorghade1, Carlyn A. Burton1, Thomas Siepmann1, Niteen A. Vaidya1, George W. Ruger1

INSTITUTIONS (ALL): 1. SCHB, Harrisburg, PA, United States.

ABSTRACT BODY:  Abstract: The Division of Small Chemical Businesses SCHB of the American Chemical Society is the home for entrepreneurs in the ACS. When you join SCHB, you become part of a vast network of entrepreneurs - from a myriad of disciplines and all career stages. SCHB organizes informative and interesting programs at ACS National, Regional, and Local Section Meetings and also partners with other divisions for programming and social events, to enable networking and business collaboration. SCHB members may organize a symposium, join a SCHB committee, rent a low-cost Expo both, become a Patron Member to support SCHB activities, engage in SCHB social media to “discuss business” at any time, and serve in a leadership role to shape the direction of SCHB. Whether you are a member of other ACS technical divisions, if you are an entrepreneur or support start-up, small, and growing chemical businesses, we invite you to join SCHB.

Real-time detection of ppb levels of benzene by gas chromatography/PID

Real-time detection of ppb levels of benzene by gas chromatography/PID

New real-time detection method for benzene at ppb levels using a hand-held GC/PID system with the ability to simultaneously provide real-time data and collect samples for lab verification if necessary.

Scientific/Research Presentation:

#AIHCE, Tuesday June 6, 2017, 11:15am-12:15pm, Seattle, WA, 

F4: Studies in Real Time Detection and Sensor Technology

Authors:

J Driscoll^{1 ,} J Maclachlan¹, 

Institutions: 

¹PID Analyzers, LLC, Sandwich, MA

Author:

John Driscoll
PID Analyzers, LLC

Co-Author:

Jennifer Maclachlan 
PID Analyzers, LLC

Objective:

Benzene is a known carcinogen and long term exposure to this chemical may result in leukemia. The OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) therefore is 1 ppm and the short term exposure limit (STEL) is 5 ppm. EPA has just announced (October 2016) a plan to regulate benzene, at 2.8 ppb, at the fenceline of refineries and chemical plants. It is clear that even low ppb levels of benzene are a health concern so that the measurement of benzene in the workplace at ppb levels should be a concern for industrial hygienists.

Methods:

We have developed a five pound, compact GC/PID system that will utilize a special 10.0 eV/10.2eV lamp to improve the specificity for benzene. We have employed a capillary column to provide a fast, specific, and sensitive method for benzene. As a result, we can detect > 1 % of the PEL. The analysis time for benzene is 1 minute, so, five measurements can be used to determine the STEL. The reproducibility (CV) for benzene at 1 ppm is 1-2% and 4-5% at 1/10th of the PEL.

Results:

A concentrator has been developed that fits on the tip of probe of the analyzer. A valve is selected to determine whether the sample is directed to the GC or the concentrator. The volumetric flow is measured with a calibrated flow sensor in the analyzer and date, time and location are recorded. This adsorbent can returned to the lab for confirmatory analysis of benzene and any other components trapped on the adsorbent.

Conclusions:

Having a simple, effective and accurate real-time method to meet monitoring needs of workers is critical to remain in compliance with the present or new OHSA standards for benzene. This system is designed for multiple users, features a color graphics screen with simple push button operation and remote data collection via Bluetooth.

Hazard Recognition and Evaluation:

Real-Time Detection Systems

Keywords:

Real-Time Detection Systems

Practical Application

How will this help advance the science of IH/OH?

Real-time detection systems help limit worker exposure to chemical hazards. This scientific presentation will discuss the specific hazards and share new tools that will improve the accuracy of detection (without the use of detector tubes) as well as allow operators to collect samples for lab verification while capturing the real-time field analysis data. This equipment is ruggedly designed for a multi-user environment with various levels of technical expertise.

NESACS named as finalists in four ChemLuminary Award categories

The Northeastern Local Section has been selected as a finalist for the following ChemLuminary Award(s):

·         Best Overall Local Section Minority Affairs

·         Outstanding Collaboration Between a Local Section and Division

·         Outstanding Local Section Career Program Award

·         Outstanding Sustainability Activities

Winners will be announced and the presentation of awards will occur at the 254th ACS National Meeting in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, August 22, at the JW Marriott, Grand Ballroom, located at 1331 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. The presentations will include awards given by 18 committees of the Society.

How to Deliver a Safety Matters Presentation

Catherine Hovde, CIH, CSPPresenter
Amazon, Inc.
Seattle , WA 

Jennifer MaclachlanPresenter

PID Analyzers, LLC

Sandwich , MA 

United States of America

Mon, 6/5: 9:30 AM  - 9:55 AM AIHA Ed
Interactive Learning #AIHce

Washington State Convention Center 

Room: Hub Area 1A - AIHA Education 

Description

Learn from experienced presenters how to deliver a "Safety Matters" training session for young workers using the materials from NIOSH and AIHA. Gain insights and practical tips on where to present and what works best so you can deliver a presentation that will have a positive impact on the youth in your community.

Read Jennifer's blog post about Safety Matters on Cape Cod here