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ISSUE 6| VOLUME 5 | NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2014
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
IN THIS ISSUE:
► INTERAGENCY ADVISORY
COUNCIL QUARTERLY
MEETINGS: THE YEAR IN
REVIEW
1
► OREGON RELEASES
NATIONAL STUDY ON
WORKERS’
COMPENSATION RATES
2
► SAFETY AND LOSS
PREVENTION VIDEO
SPOTLIGHT - OFFICER
PATRICK SMITH
3
► EXTENSION CORD
SAFETY: HOLIDAY DO’S
AND DON’TS
3
► EBOLA: WHAT SAFETY
COORDINATORS NEED TO
KNOW
4
► ONLINE SAFETY AND
LOSS PREVENTION
COURSES
5
► HOLIDAY TRAVEL
SAFETY TIPS 5
► EDUCATION &
PREPARATION CAN
REDUCE DANGERS OF
CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING
6
► CARBON MONOXIDE
KILLS POSTER 7
► FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
OF AGRICULTURE &
CONSUMER SERVICES
2014 SAFETY FAIR
8
► HOLIDAY SAFETY
CROSSWORD PUZZLE 10
► AMERISYS: A LOOK AT
THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS,
CHALLENGES, AND THE
FUTURE: PART 2
11
► CROSSWORD ANSWERS 12
December marks the perfect opportunity to take a moment to look back and review the various
safety concerns, issues, and training topics discussed during the 2014 Interagency Advisory
Council (IAC) quarterly meetings. As outlined in Section 284.50(2), Florida Statutes, the
purpose of IAC quarterly meetings is to discuss safety problems within state government and to
attempt to find solutions to correct these problems.
During the February meeting, the Division of Risk Management (The Division) provided
agency and university safety coordinators with a high-level overview of the Division’s Fiscal
Year (FY) 2013/2014 operations.
Some of the key program highlights mentioned from the presentation included the
following:
Workers’ compensation claims and claim cost were
decreasing.
Liability claim costs were $1.5 million higher in FY
2012/2013 than compared to FY 2011/2012.
Property claim costs were $676,178 higher in FY
2012/2013 than compared to FY 2011/2012.
The agency review process was standardized to increase
reporting consistency.
The Division also reported on the Division’s FY 2013/2014 goals, which included the
following:
Expanding agency reviews to include all coverage lines
after the first cycle of reviews.
Updating the State Loss Prevention Standards.
Transitioning to a new insurance management system
(IMS) called OrigamiRisk.
Cyber liability was the topic of discussion for the May 2014 IAC quarterly meeting. During the
meeting, safety coordinators received training on the different cyber risk exposures related to the
use of cell phones, credit cards, and computers. The presentation also informed safety
coordinators on strategies to prevent a cyber attack. Some tips from the presentation included
knowing your exposure and where you data exist, educating employees on cyber basics, and
knowing privacy rules and regulations.
During the August 2014 IAC meeting, safety coordinators received information on the
upcoming transition from STARS to OrigamiRisk. OrigamiRisk is one of the most innovative
and easiest to use systems in the industry. This new IMS will be more user friendly for agency
and university safety coordinators, workers’ compensation coordinators, and other risk
management professionals, and will feature real-time information and configurable screen
layouts, added reminders, and customizable templates. During the August IAC meeting, safety
coordinators also had a chance to hear a presentation titled, Reliably Diagnosing Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome: Implications for Treatment, Outcomes, and Preventive Strategies.
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Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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During the last IAC quarterly meeting that was held
on November 13, safety coordinators learned how
to respond to an active-shooter incident and how to
identify potential escape routes. In addition, safety
coordinators learned important information on
recognizing potential workplace violence
indicators, and ways to prevent an active shooter
from entering into a hiding place.
Various training presentations from the 2014 IAC
quarterly meetings can be downloaded from the
Department of Financial Services website by
clicking the following link:
2014 IAC Training Presentations.
If you have a safety concern you would like
discussed at an upcoming 2015 IAC meeting, please contact the Division of Risk Management,
State of Florida Loss Prevention Program at the following link:
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“If a cluttered desk
is a sign of a
cluttered mind, of
what, then, is an
empty desk a sign
of?”
~Albert Einstein
In October 2014, the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS)
released in a national study on workers’ compensation rates. The study, done every two years
since 1986, ranks all 50 states and Washington, D.C. based on rates that were in effect
January 1 of each year the study is released.
According to the 2014 results, California came in with the highest rates, followed by
Connecticut and New Jersey. North Dakota had the lowest rates, holding its position from the
2012 study. The state of Florida ranked 28 in the study, a slight decrease from its ranking of
29 in the 2012 study.
Researchers used classification codes from the National Council on Compensation Insurance
(NCCI). Public insurance company workers’ compensation rates are based upon the
classification code assigned to each employee by job description. Because states have various
mixes of industries, rates were calculated for each state using a standard mix of the 50
industries (out of approximately 450) with the highest workers’ compensation claims costs in
Oregon. To control for differences in industry distributions, each state’s rates were weighted
by 2008-2010 Oregon payroll to obtain an average manual rate for that state. The researchers
also compared each state’s rates to the national median (midpoint) rate of $1.88 per $100 of
payroll. National premium rate indices ranged from a low of $.88 in North Dakota to a high
of $3.48 in California. Florida’s index rate for the 2014 study was $1.82 per $100 dollars of
payroll.
Florida’s ranking in the Oregon study shows that Florida’s workers’ compensation rates are
competitive compared to rates nationwide. To view Florida’s 2013 Workers’ Compensation
Annual Report, and to learn more about the availability and affordability of workers’
compensation coverage for Florida, visit: http://www.floir.com/Office/DataReports.aspx#rec
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Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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Are employees at your agency or university planning to deck their offices or homes with festive
lights and decorations for the holiday season? If so, chances are they will end up using an
extension cord to help them get the job done. While extension cords are a convenient way to
supply power right where you need it, they can also create hazards if not used safely.
The holiday season is the perfect time to remind employees that correct use of extension cords is
an important component of electrical safety. The following are “Do’s and Don’ts” provided by the
National Safety Council for working safely with extension cords:
Do:
Check cords for damage before use.
Keep extension cords away from water.
Store extension cords indoors.
Use ground fault circuit interrupters in damp environments.
Only use extension cords temporarily; permanent wiring
should be installed for long-term use.
Don’t:
Use an indoor extension cord in outdoor environments.
Attempt to plug extension cords into one another.
Overload cords.
Drag an extension cord.
Place cords under rugs or carpets or in busy areas.
“Learning without
thought is labor lost,
and thought without
learning is perilous.”
~Confucius
Welcome to the Division of Risk Management’s video Safety Spotlight. In this issue’s
Safety Spotlight, we are pleased to feature Officer Patrick Smith with the Florida De-
partment of Law Enforcement, Capitol Police. To view the Safety Spotlight video, click
the video box below.
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Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
“If we did all of the
things we are
capable of doing,
we would literally
astonish ourselves.”
~Thomas A. Edison
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According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC), the 2014 Ebola epidemic is the deadliest Ebola
outbreak in history. Ebola is a dangerous hemorrhagic fever
transmitted through contact with body fluids of infected humans or
animals, the meat of infected animals, or items contaminated with
the virus such as needles or sheets. Symptoms of the disease include
fever, severe headache, muscle pain, weakness, diarrhea, vomiting,
abdominal pain, and unexplained bleeding or bruising.
As of October 10, 2014, the World Health Organization has documented more than 8,399 probable or suspected cases of the
disease, with at least 4,033 of these cases proving fatal. World Health officials also caution that
this number could be much higher due to under reporting, and that the number of infections could
balloon to 18,391 by November 7. The West African nations of Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone
are home to the vast majority of infections, with the CDC estimating that cases in Liberia are
doubling every 15-20 days and infections in Sierra Leone are doubling every 30-40 days.
The disease has additionally been confirmed in Nigeria, Senegal, Spain, and the United States. In
the U.S., the CDC has confirmed that Thomas Eric Duncan, the first documented case in the U.S.,
has succumbed to the Ebola virus, and two nurses who cared for Duncan were infected with the
disease through human-to-human transmission.
Ebola has remained in the news since the initial outbreak, and while it is extremely dangerous, it is
important to stress that it is relatively difficult to transmit compared to airborne illnesses such as
influenza. Additionally, Florida’s Governor Rick Scott and top-level state officials have been in
constant contact with the CDC, and have taken steps to ensure that if an outbreak does occur,
teams will be in place to deal with it quickly and efficiently.
There are a number of precautions that can minimize the danger of contracting Ebola. In the event
of an outbreak, frequent hand washing and use of hand sanitizer can limit the spread of the virus, and avoiding contact with the infected, the dead, or items that have come in contact with an Ebola
patient can prevent transmission.
As a safety coordinator, you can play a vital role in the effort to fight the illness. The single most
important thing that you can do is to make sure that your Continuity of Operations Plan is up to
date and has provisions for dealing with a situation such as an Ebola outbreak. Communication
with staff will be key in such a situation, and as a safety coordinator, it is your job to help keep
your employees informed and safe on the job. Work with your agency heads to develop specific
guidelines on what will be done in the event of an outbreak. While Ebola is a frightening reality,
proper communication, planning, and precautions can provide your agency with a great deal of
peace of mind.
Guidelines Aim to Protect Workers from Ebola
The International Labour Organization and the World Health Organization have
issued guidelines to help keep workers, especially healthcare workers, safe from
the Ebola virus. The groups offer tips for both workers and employers, including the following:
Health care workers should be briefed on the disease and how it is transmitted.
All staff handling suspected or confirmed cases of Ebola should wear special personal
protective equipment for working with biohazards.
Only workers on trained burial teams using heavy-duty protective equipment may handle
bodies or the bodily fluids of a victim of Ebola.
Workers have the right to remove themselves from a situation if they have reasonable
justification to believe that it presents an imminent and serious danger.
Ebola and post-traumatic stress disorder, if contracted through exposure on the job, are
considered occupational diseases.
The full list of guidelines is available at: Ebola Virus Disease: Occupational Safety and Health.
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What Safety Coordinators Need to Know
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With the holidays approaching, large numbers of people will be traveling to spend time with friends and family.
Keeping a few simple tips in mind can help keep your trips safe and keep you healthy.
► Plan ahead, and give yourself plenty of extra travel time to avoid the frantic rushing that can lead to mistakes
and accidents.
► If you drive to your destination, take frequent breaks along the way. If your trip will take more than a days
drive, make sure to plan your hotel stays ahead of time.
► If you plan on flying, bring your own blanket and pillows for use on the plane. Pack hand sanitizer in
Transportation Security Administration approved travel-sized bottles, and use it frequently.
► Consult your physician about getting a flu vaccination. The holidays are also
flu season, and while many Americans are on edge about the spread of
Ebola, influenza is responsible for tens of thousands of deaths per year, and
is statistically far more dangerous.
► Also, if you or someone in your family does become sick, stay home. While
missing out on seeing friends and family is always regrettable, traveling
while sick spreads germs and has the potential to put a damper on the
holidays for everyone with whom you come in contact.
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Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
“It’s human nature
to start taking things
for granted when
danger isn’t banging
loudly on the door.”
~David Hackworth
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While the Sunshine State is well known for its warm climate, colder weather is
just around the corner. Colder weather and the winter holidays are times for
celebration, but the season also brings with it an increased risk of the tragedy of
carbon monoxide poisoning; however, education and preparation can mitigate
the danger of the “silent killer.”
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless gas that is created most
frequently as a byproduct of combustion. On the jobsite, engines, generators,
and furnaces are notable sources of the potentially lethal gas, particularly when
used in enclosed, poorly ventilated spaces. At home, cold weather plays a larger
factor in carbon monoxide poisoning as more people turn to space heaters and
fireplaces in an effort to keep warm. If these heating methods are improperly
maintained or used incorrectly, carbon monoxide poisoning can occur.
The body’s red blood cells more readily absorb carbon monoxide than oxygen.
In areas with high levels of the gas, this can lead to a buildup in the blood
which crowds out oxygen. The resulting lack of oxygen can damage cells and
eventually lead to death. According to the Mayo Clinic, warning signs for
carbon monoxide poisoning include:
Headache
Nausea
Weakness
Vomiting
Confusion
Loss of consciousness
Because these symptoms are very similar to
those of other illnesses, and because of the potential loss of consciousness that
comes with the condition, a person with carbon monoxide poisoning may not
know they have been affected until it is too late. If you believe that you or
someone near you is experiencing symptoms, get outside to fresh air as quickly
as possible, and call 911 for emergency care.
Fortunately, there are simple precautions that
can reduce the danger posed by carbon
monoxide. In the workplace, providing proper
ventilation and employing respirators in tight
workspaces can prevent exposure. At home,
consider installing carbon monoxide detectors,
particularly near sleeping areas. Additionally, it
is important to make sure that space heaters,
fireplaces, ovens, and other appliances are
maintained and fueled properly. With proper
planning, your winter can be safe, warm, and
carbon monoxide-free.
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) hosted its 11th
annual Safety, Health, and Wellness Fair in October 2014. In previous years, this event was
one full day; however, this year it was amped up to a week-long event that was expanded to
include workshops, supervisor software training, lunch-and-learn sessions, and flu shots for
all FDACS employees. The annual 5K Walk/Run Race commenced the Safety, Health, and
Wellness Fair, where runners sported pink and grey t-shirts that displayed the theme, "Safety
Brings You Home" on Monday, October 27, 2014. More than 150 employees attended the
daily workshops that encompassed safety at work and home, and 34 employees were certified
in CPR. Highlights from the event, which organizers say was an overwhelming success, are
included below.
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“One travels more
usefully when alone,
because he reflects
more. ”
~Thomas Jefferson
The 5K Walk/Run Race
was a course that steered
runners throughout the
scenic Conner Complex
campus. This runner is
featured as she crosses
the finish line.
FDACS’s Assistant Commissioner
Michael Joyner announced the 5K
Walk/Run Race winners for the
kickoff of the Safety, Health, and
Wellness Fair 2014. The winners
pictured are for the 50-59 age
category. Deputy Commissioner Dr.
Lisa Conti (female winner) and
Scott Lindsay (male winner).
The Personal Protective
Equipment and Pumpkin Carving
session resulted in this Fresh
From Florida display of pumpkin
décor. The workshop
encompassed proper laboratory
attire and safety practices in the
laboratory while crafting jack-o-
lanterns. A prize went to the
winner of the best decorated
pumpkin.
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Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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“If at first you do
succeed, try not to
look too surprised. ”
~Unknown
An All Terrain Vehicle
Safety workshop was
offered during Safety,
Health, and Wellness Fair
2014. More than 150
employees attended
workshops during this
week-long event.
Day 1 of "Safety Brings
You Home" included the 5K
Walk/Run Race, followed
by informative booth
renderings with
vendors. Pictured are
members of the State of
Florida Fire Marshal’s
office, who are teaching
participants how to properly
extinguish a fire.
Pictured (left to right) are
Personal Protective Equipment
Instructor Christopher Green
and workshop attendees: Leslie
Thimmes, Karen Sampson, and
LaSharontè D. Williams. Their
decorative pumpkins were
created while exercising proper
cutting, spraying, and other
safety techniques.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
(CPR), a lifesaving technique
useful in many emergencies, such
as heart attack or near-drowning,
and Automated External
Defibrillator training and
certification workshops were
popular events with FDACS
employees. Pictured are Terra
Matthews and Jennifer Dobbs,
who are learning infant and adult
CPR techniques.
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Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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By Cheryl Gulasa, RN, CPHM, CCM
Vice President, AmeriSys
In October 2013, AmeriSys was awarded the contract for handling the workers’ compensation medical
case management for the state of Florida. In the second article of our three-part series, Cheryl Gulasa,
Registered Nurse and Vice President of AmeriSys, discusses the challenges AmeriSys has faced over
the last 12 months.
“AmeriSys has experience with the implementation of medical case management programs for
governmental entities, but with the implementation of any new program, especially one the size of the
state of Florida, challenges are to be expected.
We formulated a team of approximately 70 qualified staff members in about six weeks, 90 percent of
whom were new to AmeriSys, selected from approximately 150 interviews. We received information
on more than 4,500 claims for which “rapid assessments” had to be completed prior to going live. We
also started accepting the new reports of injury on January 1, 2014, at midnight. While that in itself
was a monumental task, following are a few of the challenges we have faced since the inception of the
program.
Staffing the account with the required amount of qualified registered nurses has plagued this program.
Our nation, for the past several years, has faced a significant nursing shortage. We narrow that field
down even further by requiring necessary workers’ compensation experience of our case management
staff. There are 46 registered nurses in total employed by the AmeriSys state of Florida program.
They all come from different backgrounds and have various experience levels. Our program not only
has contractual obligations, but also the AmeriSys high standards of quality to maintain. While we
have implemented extensive training and educational programs, including the use of mentors and
preceptors, some nurses may find opportunities elsewhere that better suit their skill set. As we enter
into the fourth quarter of the first year, it is our hope that we now have in place a stable team who
shares our vision of excellence for the state of Florida program.
The assigning of the appropriate location codes on the First Report of Injury (FROI) is the
responsibility of the AmeriSys intake staff. Staying current on these location codes is a daunting task
shared by AmeriSys, the Division of Risk Management (DRM), and the agencies and universities.
These location codes are essential in identifying the employer’s address and assigning the proper
claim number. The challenge begins when the caller is not aware of the current location code for his/
her department. This requires a correction on the FROI, resubmission of the FROI to the Division of
Workers’ Compensation, and causes a change in the claim number, which is communicated to DRM.
There are currently 1,497 location codes and we are required to enter the very specific code under the
hierarchy level for the department and, in some cases, the position under that department number.
Having the correct location code at the time the claim is reported would be extremely helpful.
Examples are shown below:
Another challenge is ensuring receipt of the DWC-25 in 72 hours, as it is outlined in Statute 440. The
DWC-25 contains important information regarding the injured employee’s work status. This critical
information is necessary to maintain a stable workers’ compensation program. Is the injured
employee able to work? To what capacity can he/she work? Does he/she need to be completely taken
out of work due to the work injury, and if so, for how long?
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Level B 1500 - DEPT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
Level C 1502 - CFO & DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION
Level C 1503 - UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
Level C 1504 - STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Level C 1505 - CONSUMER SERVICES
Level D 1521 - TREASURY PROGRAM
Level D 1522 - QPD BOARD
Level C 1525 - ACCOUNTING & AUDITING
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Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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“I only wish I could
write with both hands,
so as not to forget one
thing while I am saying
another.”
~Saint Teresa of Avila
Agencies are dependent on the appropriate amount of staff members to function properly.
Educating our treating physicians as to the importance of the receipt of this information in the
proper time frame is the responsibility of our nurse case-managers and our contract manager.
These are a few of the challenges the AmeriSys team has faced this year. We are committed
to working through these and any additional challenges that are presented to us, so we can
maintain a quality workers’ compensation program. While we recognize that achieving
perfection when dealing with human factors is extremely difficult, we continue to strive for
excellence.”
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ACROSS 1. LIGHTS
3. CANDLES
5. NON-FLAMMABLE
7. SCREEN
9. FIRE RESISTANT
11. PRESENTS
13. TREE
15. HEATER
17. OUTLETS
DOWN 2. STOVE
4. HEATING EQUIPMENT
6. FIREPLACE
8. INCREASE
10. ELECTRIC CORD
**AmeriSys Introduction Webinar**
Claims Reporting: additional information
Report all claims to AmeriSys at1-800-455-2079.
In a medical emergency, transport the injured employee to the nearest medical facility or
call 911 for emergency assistance.
Following the arrangement of emergency medical treatment for the injured employee,
contact AmeriSys at 1-800-455-2079.
If the injury does not require emergency treatment, contact AmeriSys at 1-800-455-2079
immediately and prior to obtaining medical treatment.
AmeriSys will refer the injured employee to an appropriate medical provider from the
AmeriSys clinician panel. AmeriSys provides this service 24 hours a day, seven days a
week, 365 days a year.
By clicking the picture below, you will be redirected to the 31:05 minute webinar
introducing Amerisys, the medical case management company for the state of
Florida, that was presented December 10, 2013.
Florida Department of Financial Services
Division of Risk Management
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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REFERENCES
Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (n.d.)
floir.com, Industry Reports and Required Data
Reporting: Referenced 2014 from: http://
www.floir.com/Office/DataReports.aspx#rec
National Safety Council (n.d.) nsc.org: Safety &
Health Magazine: Extension Cord Safety: Do’s and
Don’ts: Referenced 2014 from: http://
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a0ada6ae/66
International Labour Organization (n.d.) ilo.org:
Ebola Virus Disease: Occupational Safety and
Health Referenced 2014 from: http://www.ilo.org/
safework/info/publications/WCMS_301830/lang--en/
index.htm
Occupational Safety & Health Association (n.d.)
osha.gov: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning from: https://
www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_General_Facts/
carbonmonoxide-factsheet.pdf
20carbon.pdf
National Safety Council (n.d.) nsc.org: Carbon
Monoxide Kills Poster from: http://www.nsc.org/
members_get_more/Documents/Member%
20Appreciation%20Month%
202013/3359_MEM_2013_MAM_Poster%
20carbon.pdf
Alberta Emergency Management Agency (n.d.)
aema.alberta.ca: Holiday Fire Safety Crossword
from: http://aema.alberta.ca/documents/fco/
Holiday_Fire_Safety_Crossword_Puzzle.pdf
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