S+H Staff

Boston – Massachusetts has bolstered occupational safety and health protections for state workers as part of a law that also will increase the minimum wage to $11 over three years.

Washington – OSHA has delayed its enforcement of recently revised standards that pertain to electric power generation, transmission and distribution installations.

New York – A new report claims 42 percent of workers surveyed in New York City’s food manufacturing industry have been injured on the job.

Pomona, CA – Workers and employers have different perceptions of noise levels in their workplaces, according to the results of a new survey.

Springfield, IL – The Illinois Department of Transportation recently announced plans to offer an online version of its Traffic Incident Management Training Program for emergency responders.

Washington – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has released a brochure focusing on issues related to safe motorcycle use, including safety tips and statistics about motorcycle fatalities and injuries.

St. Paul, MN – Power press operators should wear proper eye, hand and feet protection to avoid potential hazards created by their work, Minnesota OSHA warns in a recently issued safety hazard alert.

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This week of National Safety Month has focused on putting an end to cell phone-related distracted driving.

Victoria, Australia – Ballet dancers in elite training programs face a greater risk of injury than other adolescent athletes, according to a study from Monash University.