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Washington — A bill recently introduced in the House would allow commercial truck drivers younger than 21 to operate across state lines.

Berkeley, CA — Insight from a recent study of professional golfers may explain why some workers get teed off about political discussion on the job.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency wants to revise its proposed risk management rule for formaldehyde to reverse “unreasonable risk” determinations for some workers who might inhale its vapors.

Arlington, VA — Miners exposed to lead dust or fumes at work need to be wearing an air-purifying respirator with high-efficiency filters, the Mine Safety and Health Administration says in a recent health alert.

Washington — Two House Democrats are calling on the Department of Labor to confirm whether it’s enforcing a rule that requires self-insured coal mine operators to “post adequate security for their benefit liabilities.”

New estimates from the National Safety Council show that 860 lives will be lost this holiday season as a result of roadway incidents.

Waterloo, Ontario — A new series of “posters and practical resources” from experts at Waterloo University is aimed at helping employers address vibration-related hazards.

Washington — Offshore oil and gas rig operators should ensure contractors review safety measures with qualified operations staff before working with pressurized systems or valves, the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement advises.

Washington — Reporting under the Chemical Safety Board’s accidental release reporting rule is “at an all-time high,” an agency official says.

Bilbao, Spain — Nearly 1 out of 3 European workers are concerned that extreme heat or other issues related to climate change will impact their safety and health, according to the results of a recent survey.