S+H Staff

Arlington, VA — Combustible materials in mines “shall be cleaned up and not be permitted to accumulate in active workings, or on diesel-powered and electric equipment therein,” 30 CFR 75.400 mandates.

Portland, OR — A new training course intended to help construction supervisors recognize and appropriately respond to workers experiencing mental health issues is free to access throughout September in recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Washington — The number of safety hazards identified during inspections of congressional offices throughout the 117th Congress dropped 27% from the prior Congress, the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights states in a biennial report.

Washington — The Department of Transportation is asking for feedback on a proposed rule that would add fentanyl and non-fentanyl to its drug testing panels.

Baton Rouge, LA — How effective are fans at reducing heat stress and improving worker comfort under hot and humid conditions in industrial environments that don’t have air conditioning?

Washington — A House Republican has introduced legislation that would create a structure to allow pork- and poultry-processing plants to operate at faster line speeds – a move opposed by worker safety advocates.

Hemel Hempstead, England — The British Safety Industry Federation is warning safety professionals about personal protective equipment purchased on TikTok.

Jefferson City, MO — A new Missouri law repeals a proposition – approved by a majority of voters – that granted certain workers paid sick leave.

Washington — The first regulatory agenda of President Donald Trump’s second administration, officially published Sept. 4, includes the recent spate of proposed rules issued by the Department of Labor’s safety agencies.

San Mateo, CA — Nearly 2 out of 5 health care workers have considered quitting because of safety concerns, including half of all nurses, according to a new report from Verkada.