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Thompson, Diane C.; And Others – American Journal of Public Health, 1990
Analysis of head injuries and total injuries resulting from bicycle crashes among members of a health maintenance organization. Injuries per 100,000 population, per 100 miles ridden, and according to season and day of the week are reported. Individuals between 5 and 14 are at highest risk. The data can be used in community bicycle helmet campaigns…
Descriptors: Accidents, Bicycling, Head Injuries, Injuries
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Fleischman, Marvin – Chemical Engineering Education, 1988
Presents a philosophical commentary on the need and rationale for incorporating safety and health into the chemical engineering curriculum. Proposes safety and health assessments as useful teaching methods. Describes an approach to bringing safety and health into undergraduate engineering curricula. Gives examples of integration of these curricula…
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, College Science, Engineering Education
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Mikell, William G.; Fuller, Frank H. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Enumerates variables involved in the safe operation of a fume hood. Describes a test to measure hood performance. Discusses variables which effect hood performance. Lists design changes sometimes necessary to provide more space and encourage good practices. Concludes with a summary of good hood practices. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Hazardous Materials, Higher Education