One of America's best-known ergonomists, Marvin Dainoff, has joined as director of the Center for Behavioral Sciences.
Gov. M. Jodi Rell announced the public has a new way to help ensure that state vehicles are consistently operated in a safe and courteous manner.
The Federal Railroad Administration cooperated with two associations to provide the book, which assists personnel involved in decisions related to rail bridge safety and management.
"This is a huge change from just five years ago when most small SUVs were rated either marginal or poor in our side test, and standard side airbags and electronic stability control were rare," said Institute President Adrian Lund.
The system's grade of 91 out of 100 is far above the global average of 56, the acting FAA administrator said Monday.
Beginning today through Aug. 30, each ABF employee will receive a special letter of appreciation and will have the opportunity to win an HDTV, GPS unit, or Maglite flashlight in a special drawing in their honor. ABF service centers also will be hosting events such as cookouts and other forms of recognition.
The National Transportation Safety Board is devoting two days at its Training Center to offer guidance to aviation public affairs professionals on how to most effectively manage emergency communications following a major aircraft accident.
Technical advisors from Boeing, the FAA, and Pratt & Whitney will be included, the safety agency said.
The American Trucking Associations 2008 Management Conference & Exhibition will focus on helping motor carriers prosper in today's bumpy economy.
"We are concerned about what appears to be a drive toward minimum standards by our airline and others," said APA President Captain Lloyd Hill.