S+H Staff

Gainesville, FL — Looking at how fast-moving airborne particles interact is part of ongoing research aimed at preventing combustible dust explosions.

Washington — The Federal Railroad Administration’s decision to allow railroads to expand field testing of automated track inspection technology has drawn a terse response from a national labor union.

Trenton, NJ — Legislation that would provide cannabis workers in New Jersey protections already afforded to other private employees in the state is awaiting the signature of Gov. Phil Murphy (D).

Washington — OSHA has issued several corrections to address “minor errors” in its Hazard Communication Standard for general industry (1910.1200).

Phoenix — The Industrial Commission of Arizona has published guidelines on how employers can protect workers from heat-related illnesses and injuries.

Washington — A new assessment tool from the National Safety Council is intended to help employers prevent serious incidents and fatalities by identifying gaps and improvement opportunities in their safety systems, practices and culture.

Focusing on your positive traits and core values through regular self-affirmation may boost your well-being and happiness, new research shows.

Washington — Employers can now register for OSHA’s new Safety Champions Program.

New York — Construction superintendents in New York City can hold only one primary job, under new limitations that went into effect Jan. 1.

Washington — Legislation recently introduced in the House would preemptively end any attempt by OSHA to finalize a proposed rule aimed at protecting indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses.