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Washington — Recently introduced bipartisan legislation is aimed at curbing train derailments by requiring railroads to conduct both automated and visual track inspections. The Secure...

Salem, OR — Fire districts in Oregon can now enroll in a one-year voluntary Challenge program aimed at improving workplace safety and health. The free...

Washington — OSHA has released interim enforcement guidance on certain handrail and stair rail system requirements. According to a memo issued Feb. 26, the guidance...

Washington — The Department of Labor recently announced the new roster of members for its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health, as well...

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking truckers for the “pre-testing phase” of two pilot programs aimed at increasing flexibility for...

Washington — Using pipe markings and detailed drawings can help chemical facility workers ensure “all parties understand which equipment should be opened” before beginning...

Arlington, VA — Aiming to expand its efforts involving commercial vehicles, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety said it intends to release occupant safety...

Washington — All of the information and resources for OSHA’s new Safety Champions Program now can be found on one webpage. The page contains links...

Chicago — “Your eyes show you the world. Take good care of them,” Prevent Blindness says in a video promoting Workplace Eye Wellness Month...

Boulder, CO — The Construction Safety Research Alliance has launched a confidential survey on safety communications related to serious injuries and fatalities, or SIFs,...