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For all eye injuries: – DO NOT touch, rub or apply pressure to the eye. – DO NOT try to remove the object stuck in the eye. – Do not apply ointment or…
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By the numbers: Eye Injuries
Most frequent eye injuries: – Manufacturing – 8,150 annually. – Construction – 5,200 annually. – Retail Trade – 4,220 annually. – Accommodation & Food…
10 second dash
Saving eyes from chemical burns is a race against time. Chemicals keep doing damage as long as they are in contact with the eye. Damage can be made worse…
Eye safety technology follows need
Flying particles and chemical splash are the two top causes of eye injuries in the workplace, but the majority of injuries could be prevented with proper…
Even the great ones can be bad with money
He mobilized a country, saved the Western World, and became a symbol of courage under fire. But he couldn’t hold onto a pound. So writes author David…
Going back to college? Use these two rules for borrowing
More education can equal a better job, but before you enroll in school, consider potential earnings versus cost. According to Mark Kantrowitz, publisher…
Amazon rejects buyers who return purchases
If you order products from Amazon, be aware that there is a limit on the number of items you can return. According to The Guardian, while there is no set…
Discounts on smaller cars
Look for discounts on smaller car this summer. Industry analysts say lower gas prices have shifted buyers to SUVs and trucks. This has created a glut of…
Payday loan regulations
The federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is considering new, complex regulations on short-term, high interest payday loans. The lenders, often the…
TV energy gobbler
Noah Horowitz, senior scientist at Center for Energy Efficiency Standards, says that Ultra-high-def 4K TVs need bright backlighting. The TVs use 30…