S+H Staff

Emmitsburg, MD – Although the overall amount of residential fires decreased from 2007 to 2011, cooking fires and related injuries increased, according to a new data series from the U.S. Fire Administration.

Springfield, IL – The spring season often brings storms and flooding, and the Energy Education Council is offering precautions to help keep your family safe.

Washington – Exercising at any time of the day may help people sleep better, suggests results of a poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation.

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Washington – An internal review of OSHA’s Severe Violator Enforcement Program found the program is meeting its key goals and is “off to a strong start,” but particular challenges regarding the construction industry remain.

Washington – The OSHA Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health has scheduled a special meeting March 18 in Washington to consider proposed changes to two agency construction standards.

Beckley, WV – A longtime Massey Energy Co. executive recently pleaded guilty to conspiring to impede the Mine Safety and Health Administration and violate safety laws.

Toronto – Men with low job control may be at higher risk for hypertension, finds a new study from the Institute for Work & Health and the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences.

Boston – Health care workers commonly experience emotional and physical harm, and many health care organizations lack awareness or concern about workplace safety, according to a new report from the Lucian Leape Institute at the National Patient Safety Foundation.