Posts Tagged “safety”
Food Safety at Fairs and Festivals | FoodSafety.gov By: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) A big part of summer for many people is attending fairs and festivals. There are always fun things to see and experience, including art work, music, games, and rides. One of the biggest draws to these events…
SCSO: Safe Kids Summer Safety Splash Sarasota County (FL) Sheriff’s Office We’re looking so forward to this great event scheduled for June 24 at the Venice Garden Community Center! Parents ~ this is definitely something you will want to check out and SHARE with your friends! With water safety tips for kids, survival…
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) has launched its Safe Summer Travel Campaign, reminding motorists put safety at the top of their travel checklist this summer. ~ DHSMV launches Safe Summer Travel Campaign ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) has launched…
Memorial Day Parade Road Closures & Holiday Safety Reminders — Sarasota Police Department The Memorial Day Parade will be held on Monday, May 29, 2017 starting at 10 a.m. at Main Street and Osprey Avenue in Sarasota. There will be several tow away zones and street closure notices that will be in…
Video Report: Boating safety during Memorial Day weekend - SNN FAIR USE STATEMENT This site may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. The Uncensored Report (“the site”) is making such material available in an…
Video Report: Boating Safety Checks via SCSO and SPD - SNN FAIR USE STATEMENT This site may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. The Uncensored Report (“the site”) is making such material available in an…
Handout Nation: Combined Enrollment In America’s 4 Largest Safety Net Programs Hits A Record High Of 236 Million By Michael Snyde Margaret Thatcher once said that the problem with socialism “is that eventually you run out of other people’s money”. As you will see below, the combined enrollment in America’s four largest safety…
Sarasota County: Sarasota County/SAFE Kids water safety campaign at Lido Pool Sarasota County/SAFE Kids water safety campaign at Lido Pool Posted by Sarasota County Government on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 Water safety campaign. #nationalwatersafetymonth pic.twitter.com/8rE6jadOVZ — SCG Emergency Svcs (@scgovEOC) May 23, 2017 . FAIR USE…
SCSO: Memorial Day Boating Safety The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Unit will be monitoring area waterways this Memorial Day weekend to ensure boaters and those operating personal watercrafts stay safe. Here are a few tips for those heading out on the water. LIFE JACKETS: Make sure you have personal flotation…
Email To The Scoop News - Parents please go over road rules and bike safety with their kids, before another child gets hurt Kaitlin Mosher Hey Frankie after this past weeks events with the two boys getting hit on their bikes I thought it important to message you and ask that you…
Video Report: ‘Share the Road’: Motorcycle & Bike Community Express Safety Concerns - SNN FAIR USE STATEMENT This site may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. Memory Hole (“the site”) is making such material…
North Port: May is Motorcycle Safety Month From City of North Port Tallahassee, FL – Florida has great weather and roads for motorcycle enthusiasts. More than a million drivers in Florida have a motorcycle endorsement on their driver licenses, and many visitors ride motorcycles in the Sunshine State. FDOT Interim Secretary Rachel…
SMH earns “A” in Leapfrog’s Spring 2017 Hospital Safety Report Card SMH Press Release SARASOTA (April 12, 2017) – Sarasota Memorial Hospital received an “A” for patient safety today, making it one of the safest hospitals in America, according to Leapfrog’s latest hospital-safety report card. This is the second time that Sarasota Memorial…
SCSO: National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Video Tribute #3 (video) As we continue into #NationalPublicSafetyTelecommunicatorsWeek, we’re introducing you to Suzanne Kane, a Communications Operator and Training Officer whose passion is public service. Read the rest of this story, just click here: National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Video Tribute #3 - YouTube…
SCSO: National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Video Tribute #2 (video) Meet Jared Winch, Emergency Operations Supervisor in our Public Safety Communications Center. With 12 years of dedicated service to Sarasota County, his institutional knowledge is of huge value to our team! Read the rest of this story, just click here: National…
Increased Patrols Continue for Pedestrian & Bicyclist Safety in the City of Sarasota — Sarasota Police Department In December 2016, the Sarasota Police Department received a grant for a High Visibility Enforcement program for pedestrian and bicycle safety. The safety campaign, which began in January 2017, is in partnership with the Florida…
SCSO: Video introducing you to one of the amazing professionals who helps to keep our Public Safety Communications Center running 24/7 Sarasota County (FL) Sheriff’s Office Today marks the beginning of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Here’s a quick video introducing you to one of the amazing professionals who helps to keep our Public…
VPD, NPPD K-9 Units and Venice High School Administration teamed together for a Safety Training Sweep at Venice High School. City of Venice Today The Venice Police Department, North Port Police K-9 Units and Venice High School Administration teamed together for a Safety Training Sweep at Venice High School. Our number one…
Lack of cross walk leads to safety concerns for Loveland residents, after one is hit by a car I have suggested for Sue to attend tomorrow’s County Commission meeting in Venice and to bring this to the attention of the commissioners, during the public comment section. She has some valid points and concerns….
Concern grows over bike safety in Sarasota From: Liz Alpert Sent: 3/31/2017 10:11:46 PM To: Christopher CC: Thomas Barwin; Marlon Brown; John Lege; Kathryn King Subject: Re: Sarasota Bike Safety - Please help! Appalling! Message I am copying the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and Deputy City Manager so that they…
SCG Emergency Svcs offers some water safety tips to keep you and your family safe! Swimming Safety Tips Lost children and adults at the beach or pool – stay calm The beach or pool is a fun and exciting experience. It can be easy for children and occasionally adults to become…
Watch: Boating Safety Tips from the Sarasota Police Department Read the rest of this story, just click here: Boating Safety Tips from the Sarasota Police Department - YouTube FAIR USE STATEMENT This site may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright…
SCSO: Spring Break Boating Safety The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office reminds citizens and visitors to obey all laws while on the water during Spring Break. Safety is a priority for all of us – here are some boating tips and best practices to keep in mind: • CHECK SAFETY/RESCUE EQUIPMENT: This includes batteries, fire…
Sarasota County Sheriff Offers Spring Break Safety Tips: Be Beach Smart The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is enhancing patrols in anticipation of Spring Break visitors coming to town and local students enjoying time off from school. An increased law enforcement presence at local beaches and popular entertainment establishments is intended to disrupt incidents…
South Poinsettia Park resident has safety concerns that are not being addressed by SPPNA From: Liz Alpert Sent: 3/5/2017 3:27:15 PM To: Thomas Barwin; Marlon Brown; Kathryn King; John Lege Subject: Fwd: SPPNA and Hyde Park St. Please have the appropriate department respond to him. Thanks, Liz Alpert, Esq. Sarasota City Commissioner District…
Driving Safety and Aging - Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s Blog From Aging Well Blogger, Kathleen Houseweart Over and over, we hear reports of older drivers who are involved in car accidents; mistaking the gas for the brake, not seeing a passing motorist or turning in front of oncoming traffic. We might shake our heads…
Auburn Woods residents have several concerns with the new safety center location Also, my article regarding the purchase price may interest you at: http://www.thescoopradioshow.com/city-of-venice-to-purchase-property-for-the-new-vpd-station-at-59-above-the-county-assessed-value/ ——— Forwarded message ———- From: “[email protected]” <[email protected]> Date: Mon, Feb 27, 2017 at 6:10 PM -0500 Subject: Sunshine Law Violations To: “City Council” <[email protected]>, “[email protected]” <[email protected]>, “[email protected]” <[email protected]>…
Sarasota resident notes safety concerns with ending the two officer per car program SarasotaPDVerified account@sarasotapd More A memo from @ChiefDiPino regarding the inquires about the 2-person car policy change: February 19, 2017 Dear Ms. Mathiasson: I understand your concern that taking a second officer out of the patrol cars in your area could…
Venice: Purchase property for new Safety Center or move forward with referendum for Wellfield Park Attorney has concerns with the bond issue. Basically the voters approved the bond, based upon information provided. The information was that the city would purchase a property on Venice Ave. The attorney thinks that if the city pursues the…
Video Report: City of Venice Set To Purchase 10-Acre Public Safety Complex Zone - SNN Read the rest of this story, just click here: SNN: City of Venice Set To Purchase 10-Acre Public Safety Complex Zone - YouTube FAIR USE STATEMENT This site may contain copyrighted material the…
NPPD: Extra patrols looking to increase pedestrian & bike safety The North Port Police Department recently applied for and received grant funding for a new High Visibility Enforcement program. Partnered with the Florida Department of Transportation and University of South Florida’s Center for Urban Transportation Research, the unified goal of this grant is to…
New Year’s Eve Celebration Safety Reminders & Road Closures SARASOTA, FL. – December 29, 2016 – 8 a.m. The men and women of the Sarasota Police Department are working to make sure our community can enjoy a safe start to the New Year. To make sure our community stays safe, Officers are encouraging people…
SNN Video Report: Sarasota Police focusing on pedestrian safety with new traffic program Read the rest of this story, just click here: SNN: Sarasota Police focusing on pedestrian safety with new traffic program - YouTube Just click –> BTT 2.0 CITRUS PEACH FUSION. This is the product that I use and prefer. With over…
Sarasota County Emergency Management wants you to think safety when it comes to fireworks on New Years Eve Fireworks-related injuries are most common on New Year’s Eve. Fireworks can cause death and injury, including burns, contusions, lacerations, and foreign objects in the eye. Make the choice to protect yourself and your family from fireworks injuries….
Video Report: Local hospitals score high in patient safety Read the rest of this story, just click here: Local hospitals score high in patient safety | SNN TV
3 local hospitals score high in patient safety - News - Sarasota Herald-Tribune Three out of 10 area hospitals received A grades for safety Monday in a biannual survey from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit that represents employer health care purchasers and is committed to increasing quality, safety, and transparency in the U.S. health system….
The Venice Public Safety Referendum. Should we vote for or against it? by Frankie S. Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report This is a referendum that the residents of the City of Venice can vote for or against on November 8. The referendum is for a project that is sorely needed, after all the roof…
Mom of speargun victim questions safety of equipment | HeraldTribune.com SARASOTA - Tens of thousands of people hit Sarasota’s beaches and waterways for the Fourth of July weekend. People were tanning, boating, fishing, swimming, relaxing. Among all of the activity, the Sarasota Police Department responded to two potentially life-threatening water-related incidents Saturday. The first…
Sheriff’s Office Encourages Safe 4th of July Celebrations NEWS RELEASE #: 15-139 The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office encourages citizens and visitors to enjoy public fireworks displays this 4th of July weekend and offers safety tips to consider when making celebration plans. Plan ahead where you will watch the fireworks and arrive early. Large crowds mean…
SunCoast Blood Bank (SCBB) is now the first blood bank in the country to provide pathogen reduced platelets to the hospitals it serves. This revolutionary technology significantly reduces the risk of transfusion-transmitted infections such as hepatitis B and C, HIV, West Nile virus and bacteria, as well as emerging pathogens such as Chikungunya, malaria…
Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Safety Reminders & Road Closures SARASOTA, Fla. – June 26, 2015 – 9:30 a.m. The 4th of July holiday is around the corner but planning a safe celebration for you, your family and friends is well underway. The Sarasota Police Department wants you to enjoy the holiday safely and as always,…
MANATEE — Manatee and Sarasota counties officially have a new regional public safety radio system. On Tuesday, the Manatee County Commission gave its unanimous stamp of approval, the final step necessary before the 24-month implementation process of the P25 radio can begin. The Sarasota County Commission unanimously approved the radio earlier this month. The…
Sarasota County (FL) Sheriff’s Office This week’s #TrafficTipTuesday is all about the most important and non-negotiable car accessory - the seat belt. Now that the kids are out of school for the summer, parents will be driving back and forth between camp, practice and vacation. Remind your kids that the car doesn’t start until you…
Blazing new paths for bicyclist safety Sarasota Herald In a state that beckons bicyclists, runners and walkers with year-round sunshine, Florida has one intractable problem: too many of its roads are unsafe. “Florida has a significant number of bicycle and pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries,” Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Jim Boxold said…
