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EPA offers more time for input on controversial revisions to chemical safety rule

Washington — May 11 is the new deadline for comment on the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed amendments to chemical facility safety provisions under its...

Physical strain common among warehouse workers: survey

Chicago — Around 3 out of 4 warehouse workers have considered leaving their jobs because of injury concerns or discomfort, according to the results...

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...
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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...

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...
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‘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...

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...

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