S+H Staff

Washington — The Chemical Safety Board is emphasizing the importance of thorough risk assessments and emergency preparedness as it continues to investigate a fatal release of hydrogen sulfide.

Columbus, OH — The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation is making available $30 million in funding for research and development of personal protective equipment and technology innovations.

Washington — OSHA is accepting nominations for membership on its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health.

Teaching new drivers how to safely navigate work zones is the aim of a new training course from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the state’s Turnpike Commission.

Norfolk, VA — Aiming to raise awareness of the risks associated with common fall and winter activities, the Naval Safety Command has launched its annual safety campaign.

Washington — OSHA has extended until Jan. 14 the comment period on a proposed rule aimed at protecting indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related illnesses.

Washington — “Intuitive and straightforward” near-miss reporting systems can help roadside response workers avoid being struck by passing vehicles, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety says.

Arlington, VA — Miners who dump cargo from haulage vehicles, be advised: Always inspect ground conditions and dump material at a safe distance from the edge.

Do you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, blood sugar or cholesterol? Don’t eat well or get enough exercise and sleep?

Los Angeles — A recent study out of the University of California, Los Angeles could accelerate the identification of the riskiest cancer-causing chemicals for firefighters and other people exposed to fires.