S+H Staff

Kloten, Switzerland — The traditional 9-to-5 workday has “evolved into a continuous cycle of digital communication” resulting in the “infinite workday,” a new report from Microsoft Switzerland concludes.

Lansing, MI — Michigan OSHA is inviting workplaces across the state to take part in its 20th annual Take a Stand for Workplace Safety week.

Abby Ferri, Networks Senior Leader at the National Safety Council, joins us to discuss how safety professionals can benefit from education throughout their careers and lifelong learning. We also review content from the July issue of Safety+Health.

The benefits of walking are well-known. Now, Norwegian researchers have identified another: decreased risk of chronic low-back pain.

Washington — The Federal Transit Administration has withdrawn an advance notice of proposed rulemaking exploring the establishment of minimum standards for public transit worker hours of service as well as mandates for fatigue risk management programs.

Hartford, CT — Although the frequency of workplace injuries has decreased in recent years, the average recovery time for those injuries has increased, according to a new report from insurance provider The Travelers Cos.

Arlington, VA — Bulldozer operators in coal mines should keep the machinery on stable ground and away from feeders to avoid entrapment, the Mine Safety and Health Administration advises in a recent safety alert.

Phoenix — A new Arizona law is aimed at protecting railroad maintenance and repair workers, as well as enhancing public safety at rail crossings statewide.

Washington — Registration is open for the ninth annual Safe + Sound Week, set for Aug. 11-17.

Sacramento, CA — Legislation that would allow speed cameras in work zones and establish a fine structure for speeding is advancing in the California Assembly.