S+H Staff

Washington – Approximately 6,300 people were injured and 1,900 required emergency medical treatment for fireworks-related injuries during the 30 days surrounding July 4, 2010, according to a report released June 22 by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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Ann Arbor, MI – On the heels of a recent increase in pediatric injuries resulting from window falls, doctors at the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital are cautioning caregivers to actively supervise toddlers around windows.

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration has scheduled a public briefing for June 29 to provide information on its ongoing investigation of the April 2010 Upper Big Branch Mine-South explosion in West Virginia.

Washington – Approximately 55 people are killed and hundreds more are injured each year in the United States as a result of lightning, according to the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Washington – Nearly $5 million in workplace safety training grants now are available for select organizations, OSHA announced June 15.

Tumwater, WA – Under a new program in Washington state, employers who provide temporary work to an injured employee may be reimbursed for half of the worker’s pay.

San Diego – Consuming even a small amount of alcohol may be enough to impair driving, indicates research the University of California, San Diego.

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration on June 21 published a final rule strengthening rock dust requirements.