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become a member at nasf.org and technical contributions from NASF Supplier Members Atotech (Bill Krenz), Coventya (Brad Durkin), Enthone (Brian DeWald) and MacDermid (Mike Barnstead). Next Steps Among the next steps in the RMO process will be to continue answering ANSES' technical questions and to fill in the remaining data gaps for two key substances (nickel oxide and nickel sulphate) that have been formally selected for an RMO analysis in 2013. Depending on the outcome of the exercise, the remaining nickel-containing chemicals listed in the introduction could also be reviewed by the ANSES in 2014. The RMO work is scheduled to be completed by end of 2013, and the French authorities plan to consult the different stakeholders, including environmental organizations and others, on its outcome. The NASF will continue to be an important technical, scientific and policy resource in the collaboration. Diagrams of nickle coating use in automotive, aerospace and cell phones are available to NASF members. House Bill Would Boost Federal Authority Over Workplace Safety A day after a deadly explosion at a Texas fertilizer plant, the Government Accountability Office issued a report finding that some states have failed with their occupational safety and health programs to meet minimum workplace-safety inspection goals, in part because of state budget cuts and reduced staffing. The report prompted lawmakers to introduce a bill giving federal OSHA more authority over state plans, while strengthening fines and authorizing felony prosecutions against employers who knowingly commit OSHA violations that result in death. Just Around the Corner SUR/FIN® The NASF SUR/FIN Manufacturing & Technology Event June 10-12, 2013 | Rosemont, Ill. The 95th SUR/FIN Manufacturing & Technology Tradeshow & Conference sponsored by the National Association for Surface Finishing will host more than 1,200 attendees from around the world. The event will take place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., June 10-12, 2013. Highlights will include: • Opportunity to meet with experts in all surface finishing specialities and related fields • Access to more than 250 informative exhibits and interactive demonstrations • Admission to keynote remarks by Caterpillar's Jim Blass and more than 70 industry sessions and panel discussions • Ability to obtain "CEF" certification and technical educational courses on Electroplating, Aluminum Finishing and Surface Finishing • Entry to numerous networking receptions and entertainment events. Due to popular demand, the NASF will once again host a business and economic outlook presentation and an international finishing and manufacturing panel discussion as part of the conference kickoff on Monday, June 10. It is part of an expansive schedule of sessions planned during SUR/FIN. SUR/FIN is the industry's ultimate educational resource, covering the most timely and critical issues for R&D;, project systems, engineering, quality and regulatory affairs for professionals within the surface finishing industry. Expect to come with your most pressing questions and leave with the information you need to improve your products, processes and business. Registration is open at nasfSURFIN.com. pfonline.com 13