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Arizona approves recommendations on protecting workers from heat

Phoenix — The Industrial Commission of Arizona has unanimously approved a set of recommendations on protecting workers from heat-related illness and injury. The guidance, which...

FMCSA seeks feedback on planned truck parking study

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is asking for input as it prepares to move forward with a study to estimate “the...

New California law requires electrical utility worksites to have AEDs

Sacramento, CA — All public utilities in California and their independent contractors or subcontractors must have an AED on worksites with electrical lines, under...

OSHA updates emphasis program on heat hazards

Washington — OSHA has issued a revised National Emphasis Program on outdoor and indoor heat-related hazards. The previous NEP, published in 2022, expired April 8...
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MSHA silica rule on hold ‘indefinitely,’ agency says

Washington — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has delayed “indefinitely” the deadline for metal and nonmetal mine operators to comply with its final...

Pennsylvania lawmakers pass legislation intended to protect meatpackers

Harrisburg, PA — A bill aimed at strengthening protections for meatpacking and food processing workers has advanced out of the Pennsylvania House. H.B. 1923, sponsored...

‘Flourishing’ or ‘languishing’? Survey asks workers how they’re doing

Champaign, IL — Researchers from the University of Illinois recently set out to determine if workers are feeling more focused and supported than they...

3 small lifestyle changes can help you live longer, studies show

Five more minutes of sleep. Two more minutes of moderate exercise. And an extra half serving of vegetables. Doing these three things every day...
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Cornell University and construction trades group partner on mental health training

Ithaca, NY — A new mental health initiative for construction workers is aimed at shifting a traditionally macho industry culture and assuring employees that...

Department of Health and Human Services proposes trimming NIOSH programs

Washington — The Department of Health and Human Services is looking to cut certain NIOSH-run programs and consolidate the agency with others under a...

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