S+H Staff

What practical steps can employers take to minimize identified risks?

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration recently announced a free online center that features compliance assistance materials and answers to FAQs.

Norwich, England — Appreciation from colleagues and supervisors can help workers cope with negative experiences on the job, according to the results of a recent study.

Fairfax, VA — Spreading awareness of the hazards of trenching and excavation and reinforcing the importance of using protective systems are the focus of the 10th annual Trench Safety Stand Down, set for June 16-20.

Washington — NIOSH is facing an 80% reduction to its budget for the upcoming fiscal year, according to a Department of Health and Human Services document published June 9.

San Francisco — Employers at poultry- and pork-processing plants can help reduce musculoskeletal injuries by providing care beyond first aid and encouraging workers to report symptoms early, a University of California researcher contends.

Denver — Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) has vetoed bipartisan legislation that would have required a human on board autonomous trucks in the state.

Geneva, Switzerland — Investment in worker health and well-being is essential to enhance business resiliency in the face of growing stress on global supply chains, according to a new report from the World Economic Forum.

Washington — The Department of Labor can maintain its workplace safety and health enforcement capacity even under a much slimmer budget, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer recently told House lawmakers.

Washington — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting higher-than-average hurricane activity this year in the Atlantic basin, with as many as five storms potentially becoming major hurricanes.