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Washington — Railroad conductors are at increased risk of death and injury when riding equipment during shoving movements, the National Transportation Safety Board warns in a new safety alert.

Washington — The leader of a union representing airport ramp workers says that although the Federal Aviation Administration’s plans for a voluntary worker questionnaire are a “good step forward toward improving safety,” more data and a broader research scope can better ensure “improvements for all ground workers.”

Portland, OR — Prompted by 12 workplace suicides that occurred in the state between 2018 and 2022, the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences has issued a hazard alert.

Washington — The Mine Safety and Health Administration will “engage in limited rulemaking to reconsider” portions of a final rule on miner exposure to respirable crystalline silica that’s being challenged in ongoing litigation.

Houston — Economic stress can affect not only your waking hours but also your nighttime sleep, results of a recent study show.

Phoenix — The Arizona Department of Transportation will use a state grant to promote safer commercial vehicle travel by providing officers with advanced training to recognize drug and alcohol impairment.

Washington — Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) has reintroduced a bill that would increase fines for workplace safety and health violations.

Consistently getting a good night’s sleep could help prevent some effects of brain aging and dementia, according to the results of a recent study from the Mayo Clinic’s Center for Sleep Medicine.

Neenah, WI — Jobsite safety ranks among the top three challenges construction companies face, according to the results of a recent survey.