tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63727715367059399022024-03-13T23:23:17.220-07:00Fully DevotedFDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6372771536705939902.post-43866686502366717352017-04-11T08:49:00.002-07:002017-04-11T08:49:58.390-07:00Where to Find MSDS Information OnlineMSDS stands for Material Safety Data Sheet. These are documents that describe the potential negative effects certain chemicals and other dangerous substances have. They also describe safe handling procedures when employees are handling such chemicals so as to foster a safe work environment.<br />
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There are plenty of places online that you can find MSDS information. One of these is <a href="http://toxplanet.com/">ToxPlanet.com</a>. This site provides in-depth analysis of the effects of different chemicals and substances on living things and puts that information at your fingertips. Instead of wasting time doing free internet searches which end up costing time you can have access to their complete toxicology reports in seconds. You also have the peace of mind that you have full research on all of the potentially harmful interactions instead of worrying that you might have missed something through your own research. Every company dealing in dangerous materials needs to have thorough, accurate and up to date information regarding the substances employees might handle, and ToxPlanet.com is one of the best places for that.<br />
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Another site where you can find MSDS online is <a href="http://msdsonline.com/">MSDSOnline.com</a>. This site provides a similar service in that it provides full toxicology reports for several different substances. It also provides OSHA recordkeeping services, environmental reporting, and software that meet Hazard Communication (Hazcom) compliance. Since the world is about to transition to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) MSDSOnline.com is helping their clients prepare for this shift. While their commitment to safety is of top priority they also recognize that as times change employers must stay up to date on current regulations within the industry and they are committed to seeing that happen.<br />
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The third site for MSDS online is <a href="http://ehso.com/msds">ehso.com/msds</a>. This site has an extremely broad range of free MSDS lists and other information about hazardous chemicals. The major benefit of this site is that it is free. While it may not offer the same degree of services as the previous sites listed, it does have an easily searched list of the most common dangerous substances and the proper protocols employees should follow when interacting with them. There is an alphabetized list of substances for easy searching and plenty of impartial information about the environment, health and safety regulations.<br />
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It is important to make sure that all of a company's employees understand the dangers of certain chemicals and the right way to handle them. With these resources, any employer should be well equipped with the right MSDS to prevent accidents and promote a safe work environment.FDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6372771536705939902.post-1482212396087785382016-01-18T10:33:00.004-08:002016-01-18T10:34:42.717-08:00The Best Bars in Livermore, CA<div style="text-align: center;">
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1. <a href="http://www.drinkeatgather.com/"><b>The Last
Word</b></a><br />
This bar fills fits the bill when looking for a comfortable atmosphere to have
a few with friends or a loved one. A trendy and upbeat atmosphere, The Last
Word is a great place to relax and enjoy a fresh beer, cocktail, or appetizer.<br />
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2. <a href="http://www.firststreetalehouse.com/"><b>First Street Ale House</b></a><br />
Complete with an extensive beer list and weekly "pint night," this
bar is both family friendly and great for louder parties. It often has a short
wait time and boasts a consistently fast turn around on food. If you are hoping
to watch the big game while enjoying fresh beer, this is the place for you.<br />
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3. <a href="http://beerbaronlivermore.com/"><b>The Beer Baron</b></a><br />
Craft beer lovers will enjoy this bar, which keeps thirty different beers on
tap at all times. Newly remodeled, it carries a classy, warehouse feel and is
located in downtown Livermore. If going on the weekends, look forward to an
in-house DJ and some live music.<br />
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4. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-good-time-tavern-livermore"><b>The
Good Time Tavern</b></a><br />
A clean and classy dive bar alternative to the more showy and expensive bars,
The Good Time Tavern is a local favorite. It has a traditional bar atmosphere,
complete with pool tables, a jukebox, and a couple arcade games. This venue is
best known for it's relaxed atmosphere and inexpensive drinks.<br />
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5. <a href="http://doublebarrelwinebar.com/wine-list/wines-by-the-glass/"><b>Double
Barrel Wine Bar</b></a><br />
This venue is a high class stop for those preferring to drink wine over beer.
The list of wines comes with a menu that focuses on staying in season and
local, and the restaurant carries a rotating list of craft tap beers as well.
For a relaxed evening, reserve ahead of time and enjoy music on the back patio.<br />
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6. <a href="http://www.tap-25.com/"><b>Tap 25</b></a><br />
Named after it's twenty-five rotating craft beers, Tap 25 is a smaller venue
that has a clean and cozy feel. This stop has weekly music and is located in
the historic Blacksmith Square of downtown Livermore.<br />
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7. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-rock-house-livermore-3"><b>The
Rock House</b></a><br />
Well known to have the best burgers in town, this restaurant/pub is a lively
atmosphere to enjoy great food and drink. The Rock House is family friendly,
dog friendly, and casual. The beer is a mix of local favorites and established
names.<br />
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About the Author: Andrea is a guest contributor from <a href="http://www.purpleorchid.com/" target="_blank">The Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort & Spa </a>a wonderful Livermore hotel in California.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333;">There is no shortage of great restaurants in Durango, CO. With
an active dining scene, there is always somewhere new and fun to check out, but
some of the old favorites are always a hit.</span></span></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.ricemonkeysdurango.com/"><b><span style="color: #e95e0f;">Rice
Monkey's</span></b></a> is a popular place to go for healthy and creative
Asian fare. This Vietnamese restaurant specializes in sushi rolls and rice and
vermicelli bowls. With very fair pricing, a casual environment, and a wide
variety of fresh flavors, people flock to Rice Monkey's to enjoy a laid-back
fulfilling meal.<br />
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For a comforting meal with approachable food, <a href="http://www.kenandsues.com/"><b><span style="color: #e95e0f;">Ken and Sue's</span></b></a> is
a great place to eat. This highly recommended Durango restaurant is a favorite
of the locals. Portions are large here, so a table can easily order a few
things and pass them around to try. With an extensive wine list, this is a
great place for family dinners or events. The energetic wait staff is always
attentive and ready to serve, with the owners typically in house. If possible,
save room for dessert, because their Creme Brulee has won awards for being
Durango's best dessert.<br />
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For a very upscale experience, <a href="http://www.eolusdurango.com/"><b><span style="color: #e95e0f;">Eolus</span></b></a> is a fabulous place to dine.
This beautifully designed mountainside restaurant offers exquisite cuisine for
the most discriminating palettes. With sushi, steak, and a bar menu available,
it is easy to find something that would suit anybody. An extensive wine list
and kids menu makes this a family friendly restaurant. Be sure to try the
Lobster Corn Dogs as an appetizer, as they are in high demand due to their
unique taste and texture. This is a mouth watering experience.<br />
<br />
If looking for just a casual breakfast to start the day off right, look no
further than <a href="http://www.cafedurango.com/"><b><span style="color: #e95e0f;">College Drive Cafe</span></b></a>. This cozy restaurant
features a large menu, fresh roasted artisan coffee, and a very friendly staff.
The locals love this place, but so do passersby, due to the welcoming nature
and comforting food provided. Offering breakfast and lunch, this is a great
little place to enjoy some WiFi and comfort food.<br />
<br />
These are just a few of the fabulous restaurants in Durango, CO. Whether
looking for a casual place to stop by or a more upscale place to reserve prior
to eating, Durango has the restaurants to suit anyone's tastes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333;">About the Author: Tate is a guest contributor from <a href="http://www.vacationdurango.com/" target="_blank">Durango Colorado Vacations</a>, a company offering premium Durango vacation rentals. </span></span></span></div>
FDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6372771536705939902.post-34244237217381593262015-09-22T10:32:00.002-07:002015-09-22T10:32:32.700-07:00Family Fun in Rhode Island
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<span style="color: #333333; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year-round activities both on land and in the water make Rhode
Island a place that will be enjoyed by the entire family. With its many
museums, parks and historic sites, there is something for everyone.</span></span><a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CB8QFjAAahUKEwirkr3PlYvIAhXYF5IKHaZ-CCk&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.newportmansions.org%2Fexplore%2Fgreen-animals-topiary-garden&usg=AFQjCNG20kAWOWojTJxYCkrMC4__br_9nw&sig2=JL2Rm4en6vffc1Q_Rjh4wA" target="_blank"><br /></a></span>
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CB8QFjAAahUKEwirkr3PlYvIAhXYF5IKHaZ-CCk&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.newportmansions.org%2Fexplore%2Fgreen-animals-topiary-garden&usg=AFQjCNG20kAWOWojTJxYCkrMC4__br_9nw&sig2=JL2Rm4en6vffc1Q_Rjh4wA" target="_blank">Green Animals Topiary Gardens</a></span></b><br />
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Adults and children alike will be delighted by this fun and fanciful garden
estate. There are more than 80 topiaries throughout the gardens on the
property, which include animals, birds, geometric figures and ornamental
designs. The self-efficient estate is owned by The Preservation Society of
Newport County and is available seasonally for tours.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CB8QFjAAahUKEwjMtsHYlYvIAhXJQZIKHc_cAko&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rwpzoo.org%2F&usg=AFQjCNFx76hHELPSTv4-JdCe3jG-NzvKCw&sig2=76lJ85j2GAsUsZigpqN_tg" target="_blank">Roger Williams Park Zoo</a></span></b><br />
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One of the nation's oldest zoos, Rogers Williams Park features over 100
differed species of rare and endangered animals. The close-up animal
encounters, open space for play at Hasbro’s Our Big Backyard area and the
educational conservation programs make it a fun attraction for everyone.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CB8QFjAAahUKEwj7hIDelYvIAhUWGZIKHeA9C0g&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.childrenmuseum.org%2F&usg=AFQjCNEKvCGyroEe5svwIGQ7Mvl6a8w_1Q&sig2=Izk5g9DQH8dLEdaYIGP0lQ" target="_blank">Providence Children's Museum</a></span></b><br />
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The hands-on exhibits and special programs make this museum fun for the entire
family. Exhibits include Water Ways, which will teach children about the
different properties of water; Play Power, where children can make mazes from
air tubes and magnets before sending objects soaring through them; and The
Climber, a two-story high climbing maze that is perfect for climbing and
wriggling through.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CB4QFjAAahUKEwio1rfilYvIAhWDVJIKHXV7Bk0&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.riparks.com%2FLocations%2FLocationBrentonPoint.html&usg=AFQjCNFG22OySDD4CbnIJ-LcSeaRm4_I4A&sig2=ZHz4YYnoXZ0aKnNNbUoUdg" target="_blank">Brenton Point State Park</a></span></b><br />
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This beautiful park allows visitors plenty of hiking, fishing and picnicking
opportunities near the gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean. Kite enthusiasts
gather in the park almost every day to enjoy the ocean breezes and fly their
kites.<br />
<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCQQFjAAahUKEwjJyJLolYvIAhVDCJIKHWcXDXo&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.savebay.org%2Faquarium&usg=AFQjCNFzpnexwZQPXf5UdxeOYyxs-mJIjQ&sig2=viqk397ssFbJWEWb6k_wUA&bvm=bv.103073922,d.aWw" target="_blank"><br /></a></span>
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCQQFjAAahUKEwjJyJLolYvIAhVDCJIKHWcXDXo&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.savebay.org%2Faquarium&usg=AFQjCNFzpnexwZQPXf5UdxeOYyxs-mJIjQ&sig2=viqk397ssFbJWEWb6k_wUA&bvm=bv.103073922,d.aWw" target="_blank">Save the Bay's Exploration Center and Aquarium</a></span></b><br />
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This beachfront aquarium in Newport is a great way to explore the ocean while
still on land. With over 140 different species from Narragansett Bay, children
can enjoy learning about and touching many of the different local creatures.
After the visit, the entire family can enjoy beachcombing and searching for
various animals outside of the aquarium, which has Newport's only ocean-facing
beach.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCUQFjAAahUKEwiF0bjtlYvIAhVCUJIKHXz2Bk0&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.slatermill.org%2F&usg=AFQjCNFeSQkokMdFu1XnqmE6_Zf2KTI1YQ&sig2=wcWLr4ysDBIRMgj-roHeRg" target="_blank">Slater Mill</a></span></b><br />
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Rhode Island is rich in history and Slater Mill is no exception. Focusing on
the American Industrial Revolution, family members will have a chance to go
back in time and experience life in the 18th and 19th century in the three
buildings at this interactive museum.<br />
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Every family member has different interests from one another, but there is
something for everyone in the family when visiting Rhode Island. Enjoy the
outdoors, learn something new and spend quality time as a family with the many
attractions available throughout the state.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">About the Author: Joey is a guest contributor from <a href="http://blockislandinns.com/" target="_blank">Victorian Inns by the Sea, a Block Island inn.</a></span></div>
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FDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6372771536705939902.post-35182223346733386572013-03-22T13:30:00.000-07:002013-03-22T13:30:00.108-07:00TGIF?<div class="zemanta-img" style="text-align: right;">
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It's five o'clock on Friday evening. The office is empty
except for Ralph, our IT troll, and me. The window panes are vibrating slightly
from the traffic fifty feet away, and this whole place smells of cleaning
supplies. Even the janitors have gone home for the weekend.<br />
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Monday morning I'll fly out to Georgia for our quarterly review. I'll spend a
week in Atlanta discussing projected sales, refund percentages, database
developments, customer service automation, budgeting, growth plans, staffing,
benefits, supply, et al.<br />
<br />
I'll be asked how I feel about moving to Boston or Detroit for awhile to help
start up our third or fourth operation.<br />
<br />
I'll sleep in a hotel room, and spend almost every waking hour with our
management team. I'll train a new lead for our plant down there because the
last lead - my right hand girl - has just been promoted to a management
position in another department.<br />
<br />
I'll leave Georgia for Texas, where I'll stand before a judge and receive my
divorce decree. And then, I'll come back to Tacoma and move into my new place
within 4 days.<br />
<br />
I can't remember the last time I felt so excited.<br />
<br />
But in the meanwhile, I sit here looking out my window at the rush-hour
traffic. It's raining, the sun is gone. People are going home to their families
and loved ones. I have a good four hours of work left, and no one at home
waiting to hear all about this.<br />
<br />
I know, I know. I said I had a renewed appreciation for being single. And I do.
But nights like this, I wish I had a boyfriend. We'd order a ten o'clock pizza,
watch a movie while we talk about our workdays, and fall asleep together on the
couch. Nights like this, I want to share my excitement.<o:p></o:p></div>
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FDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6372771536705939902.post-12515890260553215212013-03-06T13:29:00.000-08:002013-03-06T13:29:19.967-08:00Dr. Hwang Controversy<div class="zemanta-img" style="text-align: right;">
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First things first: now that I have all my ducks in a row,
I'll be ditching the lab and going on a three week road trip through the
Southwest. I start Monday in Chicago, drive down to Oklahoma City and take it
from there. Death Valley, Vegas, and Park City are definitely on the list. As
such, I won't be able to post for three weeks. But fret not! I will be back;
this blog will not be sit idle. That, my friends, is the truth.<br />
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Dr Hwang's cloning (ala, Snuppy)?
Well, it turns out that such work maynot be exactly truthful. A
scandal over Hwang's work with stem cells is brewing to no small degree. A last
look at <a class="zem_slink" href="http://news.google.com/" rel="homepage" target="_blank" title="Google News">Google News</a>' referral of the Bloomberg article on the Dr Hwang
controversy showed
671 related stories. The controversy erupted as such:<o:p></o:p></div>
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1) Dr
Hwang et al. publish a Science paper (interesting because Nature
has a much higher impact factor, especially for biology) suggesting that they
are now able to create pluripotent, donor-matching stem cells from human
epidermal cells and oocytes (human ovarian eggs).<br />
<br />
2) Word gets out that the oocytes
he used were actually from a postdoctoral researcher in his lab! That's
a conflict of interest if I ever saw one. Further, Hwang makes the ridiculous
assertion that the
eggs were forced on him. <br />
<br />
3) Hwang's US
collaborator at the University of Pittsburgh, Gerald Schatten, leaves
the project and demands his name be taken off the paper.<br />
<br />
4) Roh Sung Il, another postdoc in Hwang's lab, makes a statement today
claiming that out
of the supposed eleven stem cell lines created by Hwang's lab, nine are fictitious
and the remaining two may not even be pluripotent. Ouch.<o:p></o:p></div>
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This may turn out to be a case of "falsifying data," the cardinal sin
of scientific research (is there a cardinal sin in the practice of law?), just
like this genius
turned dumb. Falsification of data is Science's summum
malum for several reasons: first, it calls in to question the veracity of
all the author's previous publications, some of which may have been used to
base other work; second, it is a form of embezzlement if the author is
receiving grants that rely, obviously, on the truth behind his study's
assertions; and third, other authors may have filed grants using the untruthful
author's results as cause for further investigation. Let there be no doubt,
John Q Public of South Korea: if Dr Hwang is guilty of falsification of data,
it will be you, the Korean taxpayer, who is paying for it.<br />
<br />
So where do these acts lie, legally speaking? Well, at least in the US, the NIH
has established one of my favorite sites, what I like call the PI
blotter(in labspeak, PI stands for principal investigator, or the person
running the lab). This delightful little site lists in an easy to read format
all those in the past year who have been found guilty of scientific
misconduct--much like your local police blotter! Individuals found guilty of
such crimes are often "disbarred" from scientific research for a set
period of time. In one instance, a PI
has gone to prison.<br />
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I was interested to note, however, that most of what makes scientific
illegitimacy a crime is an Executive
Order, not a federal statute. While this may seem somewhat strange, it
makes sense when you look at it in terms of the federal budget. The Executive
Branch controls the <a class="zem_slink" href="http://www.ostp.gov/" rel="homepage" target="_blank" title="Office of Science and Technology Policy">Office of Science & Technology Policy</a> (OSTP). [Note:
ever wonder how the President is able to say things like, "We're going to
go to the moon!" or "Build the Fermi collider!" and actually get
it done with little argument from Congress? In a nutshell, this is why.] The
OSTP works with the Office of Managerial Budget (OMB) to allocate funds to
various departments with a scientific bent (Labor, Energy, etc.) The NIH,
subsumed under the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), gets
allocated a certain amount of money for <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/bone-plates">bone plate research</a> and other medical research. The Executive Office (i.e., the
President), therefore, hold the NIH's pursestrings. Piss off the NIH, you piss
off the President. A little more meaningful than cutting the heads of
parking meters, huh?<br />
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So before you try to clone something, please, check the veracity of your
tissues. Or, as Shakespeare could have written (had he been alive to see
this): To thine own cells, be true.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Its as if safety has become one of, if not the most complicated thing to understand and legislate in modern times. I think there are certainly fair and reasonable ways to deal with protecting consumers from an increasingly demonized private sector...but we need to be realistic about it to truly succeed. It's not about what fell off a <a href="http://us.viastore.com/conveyor-systems.html">conveyor system</a>, it's about what ends up in a consumer's living room when we're talking about reducing risk.<br />
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In our modern era, where political decisions often resemble bumper sticker marketing slogans rather than sensible nuanced policy, simplistic over-reaction is always a danger. A perfect example…the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), which President Bush signed in 2008 after lead was found in many childrens’ toys. The law requires every material in products aimed at children under 12 years old be tested by a 3rd party lab for lead levels. It’s a massive undertaking for large stores and a near impossibility for smaller toy makers and <a href="http://www.retailers.com/mra/index.html">retailers</a>.<br />
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Most people - including regulators, manufacturers and the impacted retailers - seemed to think the law would be postponed or modified before taking effect February 10th. After all, there isn’t even enough capacity in the nation’s 3rd party testing labs to handle the new workload. No such luck. In fact, as late as Monday, regulators were frantically putting FAQs up on the internet to help retailers, from posh children’s boutiques to thrift stores, figure out what needs to be tested or pulled from shelves.<br />
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But the question we should be asking is; is this the most efficient way to protect consumers from a supply chain risk?<br />
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This situation reminds me of advice a colleague once had for the toy industry after <a class="zem_slink" href="http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=36.3641666667,-94.2163888889&spn=0.01,0.01&q=36.3641666667,-94.2163888889%20(Walmart)&t=h" rel="geolocation" target="_blank" title="Walmart">WalMart</a> and <a class="zem_slink" href="http://www.toysrus.com/" rel="homepage" target="_blank" title="Toys "R" Us">Toys R Us</a> voluntarily imposed new phthalate restrictions on their suppliers. They urged that testing (which smart retailers already do on their own - a scenario that’s NOT allowed under the CPSIA) was only part of the solution, and that retailers must push for greater visibility into their supply chains and hold their vendors accountable when the rules are broken.<br />
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Wouldn’t that be a better way to protect children, manufacturers, retailers and…perhaps even a few politicians, who could claim real world results through comprehensive, collaborative risk reduction strategies? I guess that approach won’t fit on a bumper sticker.<br />
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With whatever real estate company you use, your agent should be committed to helping you get your home sold at the best possible price in the
least amount of time. They should be known throughout the real estate industry
for their experience and expertise which would translate into a smooth move with
a seasoned professional. They should be able to provide several key things:<br />
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Market Analysis</h3>
Your agent should do the
homework before suggesting a possible list price for your home. They will
perform a comprehensive market analysis based on homes sold in your area and
homes currently on the market. Information about homes that failed to sell also
will be provided indicating prices that buyers were not willing to pay. Learn more about a market analysis <a href="http://www.netmba.com/marketing/market/analysis/">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Property Condition Assessment</h3>
The condition of your property will
have a lot to do with the selling price and how quickly your home will sell. If
there are minor repairs that you could perform easily, or perhaps some cosmetic
upgrades that will make your home more appealing, your agent should discuss those
enhancements with you, and which makes the most sense from a financial and practical standpoint. Learn more about property condition assessments <a href="http://www.efanow.com/Services/Property-Condition-Assessments">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Excavator loaders are very important equipment in the
construction industry. There are two types of loaders backhoe loaders and wheel
loaders. <a href="http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-backhoe.htm">A backhoe</a> is a piece of excavating equipment consisting of an digging
equipment called as a stick or dipper on the end of an articulated arm. Modern
technology has made backhoes which are powered by hydraulic methods. There are backhoe
loaders which are engineering vehicles which consists of steel tractor and a small
backhoe in the end. They are smaller an size and very versatile by nature, which is why backhoe loaders are extremely important in urban engineering and small
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Backhoe loaders are used for a variety of tasks such as
building houses, breaking apart asphalt, fixing city roads and highways, small demolitions, light transportation
of building materials such as cold drawn steel bar from <a href="http://www.capitalsteel.net/processing/cold-drawn-steel-capabilities">Capital Steel & Wire</a>, powering building equipment, digging holes/excavating. The
backhoe loaders bucket is often replaced with other tools such as breaker for
smashing concrete and rock. There are many uses of backhoes and hence they are
important <a href="http://www.rockanddirt.com/">equipment in the construction industry</a>. Majority of the contractors
who deal in the construction arena own a backhoe loader. There are many
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The Excel equipment for sale are a good bargain at any point
of time for the contractor. They can buy these equipment and make full use of
their versatile nature by using these equipment for various uses. If you are on
a low budget spending spree, you can look out for buying global equipment. These used equipment are not only cheaper but usually offer the same
function to that of a brand new one. While you are looking out at buying a used
backhoe you should check out the following points.</div>
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You need to check the three essential parts of the backhoe i.e
tractor, loader and the bucket and if they are functioning to its full
capacity. Even if you are buying branded Excel equipment, it makes more sense
to inspect the equipment as they are also prone to wear and tear. Check out the
hydraulic, mechanical and electrical issues, the part of the equipment should
not be close to deterioration. Else you might save on the purchase but end up
paying more for their spares. It s your money that you are going to spend so it
makes more sense to check the equipment that you are going to purchase so that
you are sure that you are making a good investment. Before you make any purchases though, be sure you're wearing the right construction equipment. I would recommend <a href="http://www.minnesotaworkwear.com/Dickies-Pants-c18/">Dickies work pants</a> for something that will last you a long time.</div>
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You can take advice from an expert if you are not sure about
the mechanics of the equipment. You should also be sure about the company
policy whether they offer any warranty or is there any service and maintenance
contract of the company. If you carefully select the loader before buying, you
can make an investment for a lifetime.</div>
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FDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6372771536705939902.post-15964192625125439952012-06-19T14:23:00.003-07:002012-09-05T09:33:10.904-07:00Brady Hoke of Michigan<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container zemanta-img" style="float: right; margin-right: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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With all the great things that have been happening since Brady Hoke came to Michigan, everyone forgets the kind of mess Michigan was in when they first brought him in. Michigan was coming off one of its poorest seasons in years, and they were bringing in a coach with an under .500 career record. The only reassurance Michigan fans were getting was the "he's a good guy" speeches from the hiring staff.<br />
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With the great season <a href="http://www.umich.edu/">Michigan </a>had last year, his slogans and terminological has been used across the country by football coaches, and his reputation has skyrocketed in just a matter of months. When Hoke stated "This is Michigan, fergodsakes" after being asked if the Michigan job was an elite job, a whole marketing campaign was born with posters and promotional videos galore. What really got everyone on board with Hoke was the victory over Ohio State, proving what his job is mostly about. </div>
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So what's the future of the great Hoke? Well if he keeps on winning, his statements and offbeat but warming personality will win him a saint's reputation, but if there is ever a turn for the worse, everyone will just think he's lost his mind.</div>
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FDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6372771536705939902.post-14541376991663922222012-04-23T07:40:00.000-07:002012-04-23T07:40:12.539-07:00COFFEE IS VERY GOOD FOR YOU!<span style="background-color: #dddd99; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 20px; text-align: left;">According to a study done by the University of Scanton in Pennsylvania, coffee provides more healthy antioxidants than any other food or beverage in the American diet. They found that adults consume 1300 mg of antioxidants from coffee; the closest contributor was tea at 294 mg. How about that? In addition, people who drank 1-2 cups of coffee daily had half the liver cancer risk of those who never drank it. Furthermore the Harvard School of Public Health found that drinking coffee cut the risk of developing the most common form of diabetes.</span>
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<span style="background-color: #dddd99; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 20px; text-align: left;">This article originally appeared <a href="http://fullydevoted.blogspot.com/2006/04/coffee-is-very-good-for-you-from-my.html">here</a></span>FDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05031873588789340488noreply@blogger.com0