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The average child in the United States gets more than 60% of their calories from ultraprocessed foods, a recent data brief from the National Center for Health Statistics reveals.

Saint Paul, MN — After investigating recent deaths involving permit-required confined spaces, Minnesota OSHA has adopted a Local Emphasis Program focused on protecting workers in transportation tank cleaning operations.

Washington — Aiming to help protect workers and volunteers before, during and after hurricanes or floods, NIOSH has published an updated guidance document featuring key resources and messaging.

Washington — A recent survey of U.S. drivers found that 96% admitted they’ve been aggressive behind the wheel within the past year.

Pedestrians and cyclists should pay close attention on crosswalks near where vehicles exit roundabouts, transportation researchers in the Upper Midwest say.

Washington — Spurred by the death of a rail worker in Massachusetts, the National Transportation Safety Board is again calling on railroads to equip roadway maintenance machines with collision-avoidance technology.

Washington — The Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division has encountered several challenges when it comes to enforcing child labor laws, the DOL Office of Inspector General concludes in a recent audit.

Washington — Leading House Education and Workforce Committee Republicans are calling on the Government Accountability Office to review hearing loss causes in the longshoring industry, saying many employers believe they’re compensating workers for cases that aren’t work-related.

Washington — A safety culture that resonates deeply with workers revolves around four key elements and strategies, the National Safety Council says.

Washington — Independent owner-operator truckers must participate in Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing programs but aren’t required to complete supervisor reasonable suspicion training because “they do not supervise anyone,” the agency says.