October 2, 2007


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Troy, AL 36082
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Troy University to Host Safe Day for Small Businesses

DOTHAN – Small business owners and employees are invited to learn about the latest safety advances and regulations during Safe Day at Troy University. The free event, which is sponsored by the Wiregrass Safety Alliance, is scheduled for Friday, October 5  from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Library-Technology Building on the Dothan Campus.

Representatives from OSHA, the U.S. Department of Labor, Sony Magnetic Products, Longbow Falcon LLC, the City of Dothan and the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce will provide participants with the latest information on accident prevention. Sessions will cover electrical safety, machine guarding, child labor laws, lockout/tagout practices and working in confined spaces. Exhibitors will also be available to demonstrate products and services.

Wiregrass Safety Alliance members include the American Society of Safety Engineers, Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce, Durden Outdoor Displays, Houston County EMA, OSHA, U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center and Troy University.

For more information about Safe Day, contact Mary Davis at (334) 983-6556, ext. 1-424.