S+H Staff

Atlanta – OSHA on April 25 announced a new Regional Emphasis Program to reduce the number of needlestick and sharps injuries in four Southern states.

Arlington, VA – After receiving an “overwhelming” response to its proposed rule on lowering coal mine dust exposure, the Mine Safety and Health Administration announced it has extended the comment period from May 2 to May 31.

Washington – In honor of its 40th anniversary, OSHA is hosting a photo contest to promote worker safety.

Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration recently scheduled four public hearings in June on two proposed rules covering work area examinations and pattern-of-violations criteria.

Baltimore – Misinformation regarding hospital worker vaccination policies is widespread and may influence worker behavior, indicates new research from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

New York – To encourage proper use of fall protection on construction sites, New York recently launched a citywide, multilingual safety campaign.

Oakland, CA – For the first time, Latino workers in California experienced the state’s highest percentage of on-the-job deaths, according to a new report.

Westminster, CO – In a recent letter, the National Hearing Conservation Association urged OSHA to focus on administrative and engineering controls – rather than hearing protection – to reduce noise exposure.

Guilford, CT – Defibtech LLC on April 29 announced a voluntary recall of certain semi-automatic automated external defibrillators sold under the Lifeline AED and ReviveR AED brand names.

June is National Safety Month. Downloadable posters, tip sheets and crossword puzzles are now available for workplace observances.