10/25/2023· Transportation
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Service and Wheelchair Tipovers
By: Ned Einstein
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that every wheelchair securement position have some type of floor hardware – and even specifies its longitudinal and lateral spacing (49 CFR 38.23(d)(2). It also requires that every position contain three sets of tie-downs – although the clear, irrefutable industry standard is four.
1/15/2024· Speech-Language Pathology
Forensic Speech Language Pathologist And Dehydration In The Elderly
By: Megan M. Hamilton, MS, CCC-SLP
This article will address how a forensic speech language pathologist (SLP) can assist in determining if dehydration leading to hypernatremia or hyponatremia in the elderly can be considered a result of unmanaged dysphagia, substandard care, negligence on the part of medical staff or an unavoidable consequence of a medical condition.
10/25/2023· Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Government Agency Finds Sufficient Evidence To File ERP Lawsuit Against Consulting Firm
Following a failed ERP implementation, this state government agency was analyzing the feasibility of a lawsuit against its software selection and implementation partner. The government agency had contracted with the consulting firm to assist in the replacement of its tax collection systems but was forced to stop work after nearly two years of delays and inadequate staffing.
12/20/2023· Transportation
Danger Signs Ahead For U.S. Transit And Motorcoach Sectors, Part 1
By: Ned Einstein
America’s worst transportation problems may be recent. But they had their roots in a century of serious mistakes, even if, in fairness, many were not foreseeable nearly that long ago. Compared to many countries with a fraction of our resources, America made no efforts to decrease traffic levels by creating new major cities – like Brasilia and Tel Aviv (the latter of which had recently been its nation’s capital; the former still is).
10/25/2023· Fall Protection Solutions / Confined Spaces Safety
Case Study: Expert Witness - Fall Incident
By: Rauch Safety & Engineering
The aftereffects of a fall incident have enormous impact on all parties involved. Setting aside emotion and focusing on the actual events leading up to an incident can be particularly difficult when faced with the competing interests of injured personnel or their families, companies, insurers, and lawyers.
12/4/2023· Construction
Schedule Optimization During Front-End Planning
This paper summarizes the development and review steps of project plans and schedules during the front-end planning phases, including the critical phase of Front-End Engineering Design (FEED). The project milestones, resources, and completion dates established during FEED set the baseline control plan during project execution.
12/19/2023· Domestic Violence
Unveiling The Vital Role of Psychologist Expert Witnesses In Battered Women Cases
Navigating the complexities of legal cases involving battered women demands a comprehensive understanding of the psychological impact on victims. In courtroom battles, psychologists and expert witnesses play a pivotal role in shedding light on the intricate nuances of these cases. In this blog post, we delve into the crucial contributions of psychologists to advocating for justice...
12/4/2023· Psychiatry
An Empirical Data Comparison Of Regulatory Agency And Malpractice Legal Problems For Psychiatrists
By: Dr. James Reich
Medical board discipline findings indicate that psychiatrists are at increased risk of disciplinary action compared with other specialties. NPDB data indicated relatively infrequent problems for psychiatrists. In malpractice, psychiatry accounted for a small percentage of overall claims and settlements. Overall, more years in practice and a lack of board certification increased the risk of legal difficulties.
12/20/2023· Failure Analysis
By: Dr. Thomas Read
California materials failure laboratory, Read Consulting Failure Analysis Laboratory was engaged to determine the cause of failure of a 12 oz soda bottle. This bottle was said to have exploded and caused injury to a person. The bottle was said to have spontaneously exploded as the was being pushed into a cooler filled with ice.
1/15/2024· Fall Protection Solutions / Confined Spaces Safety
Case Study: Property Wide Confined Spaces Program
By: Rauch Safety & Engineering
Confined Spaces safety is a global issue that is a growing source of concern in developed and developing countries. According to OSHA, in the U.S. alone, about 90 deaths involving confined spaces occur every year. These incidents occur because workers and employers do not recognize...
