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Washington – T.F. Scott Darling III emphasized the importance of diligence and collaboration during a Jan. 20 Senate committee hearing that focused on his nomination to lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Safety+Health presents Q&As with seven leaders who demonstrate a personal commitment to worker safety and health.

Charleston, WV – A federal jury convicted former Massey Energy Co. CEO Don Blankenship on a misdemeanor charge of conspiring to violate mine safety regulations at the Upper Big Branch mine, where 29 workers died in West Virginia after a methane explosion in April 2010.

Safety+Health provides a recap of the biggest news out of the 2015 NSC Congress & Expo, which took place Sept. 26-Oct. 2 in Atlanta.

Washington – Sarah Feinberg is the new full-time leader of the Federal Railroad Administration after the Senate confirmed her nomination on Oct. 28.

Washington – The Chemical Safety Board needs to address several management challenges to strengthen its influence and protect workers and the public, according to a report from the Environmental Protection Agency Office of Inspector General.

Atlanta – During the Leadership Keynote Sept. 30 at the NSC Congress & Expo, Lesinski, vice president of DiVal Safety Equipment, asked audience members to close their eyes and think of four people who depend on them to work safely.

Atlanta – Charlie Morecraft used to sit in the back row during safety meetings. He didn’t enjoy wearing safety equipment because it felt uncomfortable.

Atlanta – John Surma, retired chairman and CEO of United States Steel Corp., took over as chairman of the National Safety Council Board of Directors on Sept. 27.

Atlanta – It’s vital to keep family in mind when creating a workplace safety culture. Former Navy Commander Mike Abrashoff shared this message during today’s Opening Session at the 2015 NSC Congress & Expo.