S+H Staff

New York – The Metro-North Railroad has released a report outlining safety improvements it has made since a series of deadly incidents last year.

Quincy, MA – In 2013, 97 U.S. firefighters died on the job – an increase from 64 the previous year and the most since 105 were recorded in 2008, according to a new report from the National Fire Protection Association.

Washington – A new OSHA brochure lays out how to implement a safe patient-handling program to help reduce or prevent musculoskeletal disorders among nursing home and residential care workers.

Washington – Safer alternatives are available for toxic flame retardants used in commercial products such as building insulation, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

Elk Grove Village, IL – Employees at small businesses are less likely to have access to workplace wellness programs, according to a study from the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Atlanta – Workers in the construction and mining industries are among those most likely to smoke cigarettes and use smokeless tobacco products, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration has released a document with answers to frequently asked questions about the agency’s recent final rule on coal dust.

Washington – OSHA would receive a $5 million funding increase for fiscal year 2015 under a budget approved June 10 by a Senate subcommittee.

Fairfax, VA – Fire departments are being encouraged to suspend non-emergency activities and focus on safety and health training and education during International Fire/EMS Safety and Health Week, which takes place June 15-21.

The second week of National Safety Month has focused on stopping slips, trips and falls.