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Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is accepting applications until Aug. 23 for its Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants Program.

Washington — An “alarming rise” in trench-related worker deaths has prompted OSHA to launch “enhanced enforcement initiatives” and outreach efforts to protect workers from known hazards.

Sleep duration has been added to the Life’s Essential 8 of health and lifestyle factors that you can modify to help your heart.

Everett, WA — Although 97.5% of electrical workers recently surveyed agree that a strong workplace safety culture is vital to protecting employee health and well-being, fewer than 2 out of 5 say most organizations have one.

Hartford, CT — More than a third of work-related injuries occur during people’s first year on the job, according to a report from insurance provider The Travelers Cos.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a final rule intended to ensure workers “have access to clear and consistent information about the risks they may face from toxic substances.”

Denver — Deaths and serious injuries resulting from falls in the construction industry in recent years have prompted OSHA to launch an initiative to inspect worksites across Colorado’s Front Range, Montana and South Dakota on weekends, “when many employers typically do not monitor their jobsites well.”

Durham, NC — Researchers at Duke University have identified a new tool they say can help doctors and public health officials track firefighters’ exposures to cancer-causing chemicals, as well as determine when and where the risks may be greatest.

Washington — The Federal Railroad Administration has issued a final rule requiring certain railroads to develop and implement a fatigue risk management program as a component of their larger safety risk reduction program.

Dogs and cats can bring unconditional love into your home, create fond memories and often help kids learn responsibility. But it’s not something to take lightly. Here are some things to consider before you head to your local shelter.