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MassCOSH: 47 Massachusetts Workers Died on the Job in 2010; Improved Safety Oversight Needed
The report, which is produced by the Massachusetts AFL-CIO, the Massachusetts Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (MassCOSH) and the Western Massa
Tips on PCI DSS Compliance
Too many healthcare organizations have overlooked their obligation to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, says security expert To
Is your cloud provider HIPAA compliant?
If you’re a Covered Entity under HIPAA Compliance , you may be torn between moving your data into the cloud or maintaining it the old-fashioned way – in yo
Which OSHA Regulations Require Written Plans?
If OSHA Compliance came to your door, what’s one of the first things the inspector might ask to see? The answer is . . . your Hazard Communication Plan. Is
Sometimes Hackers Use Hardware
Hackers don’t always try to break into computer systems through the Internet, or by using malicious software (malware) in email attachments. If they can ga
Medical Identity Theft – Advice from the FTC
The FTC has posted a useful guide to "medical identity theft" for health care providers and insurers. Medical identity theft occurs when someone obtains he
Stealing Passwords from a Locked iPhone – More Smart Phone Insecurity
Another reminder – as if we needed it – that smart phones and mobile devices are increasingly the targets for hackers. This time, it’s an iPhone issue. Ger
HIPAA Happens – A Video from UNLV
Looking for a video to show your staff some of the ways that they might breach the HIPAA Privacy and/or Security rules? Here’s a short (5 minute) YouTube v
Security Benefits of Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is filled with buzzwords and, for many people, fear of the unknown. And a lot has been made of the security risks that might result from cl
Privacy and Security Rules Cover Information – Not Technology
With few exceptions, rules relating to privacy and security such as HIPAA and GLBA (Gramm Leach Bliley) cover the information, and don’t specifically relat
Even If You Expect An Email Attachment, It’s Not Always Safe
The FBI recently issued a warning about malware included in email attachments responding to online job postings. They quote the case of a US business that
Smart Phone (In)Security
Even if you don’t issue your staff with smart phones, and you prohibit them from storing sensitive data on them, they’re still very likely to use them to e
Fidelity Janitorial has adopts emPower eLearning Solutions Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Online Course
emPower – a leading provider of comprehensive Healthcare Compliance Solutions through Learning management system (LMS) has announced today that Fidelity Ja
‘Tis the Season for … Hoaxes and Scams
It’s that time of year again – when fraudulent and nuisance emails, and online hoaxes and scams start making the rounds even more quickly than usual. Sopho
SSL All The Time? Secure Web Application Development
Paul Ducklin at Sophos has published a very nice review article discussing why web applications which use SSL (encrypted) connections for login processing
How can I identify common safety violations found in facilities that use flammable fuels, solvents or chemicals?
Answered by Glen Carter, chief technical officer, Justrite Manufacturing Co., Des Plaines, IL. Safety managers can use the following "Quick Checklist" to i
Why You Need a Strong Password for Your Cell Phone
You don’t store any confidential information or account numbers or your Social Security number on your phone – you just use it for calling, text messaging,
The Duhs of Security – A Free Security Awareness Video
The Commonwealth of Virginia posted a nice security awareness video to YouTube. The video makes good use of humor incorporating impressions of celebrities