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Kitakyushu, Japan — Workers who have stronger connections with co-workers and management are less likely to be injured or have health-related issues, according to the results of a recent study out of Japan.

Washington — NIOSH has updated its Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Respiratory Protection Handbook.

Washington — The American Transportation Research Institute wants to hear from motor carriers for a study exploring how training for new truck drivers affects safety and driver retention.

Storrs, CT — An estimated 31,016 cases of work-related disease in Connecticut occurred in 2023, according to an annual report from the state’s Workers’ Compensation Commission.

Washington — Outdoor workers may lower their risk of developing kidney problems by regularly drinking water and resting in the shade, a group of international researchers say.

Washington — A group of House Democrats is requesting more information about the Trump administration’s decision to cut staff at NIOSH and other moves that they claim “disregard the well-being of the people who sustain the nation’s energy infrastructure.”

Washington — NIOSH has issued a warning about counterfeit or “misrepresented” respirators that may not provide adequate protection.

Arlington, VA — Miners and mine operators should visually inspect impoundments thoroughly soon after significant rain and snowfall, the Mine Safety and Health Administration says in a new safety alert.

Denver — A finalist in last year’s competition, MākuSafe and its wearable connected worker and safety data analytics solution claimed the top prize in the 2025 Safety Innovation Challenge.

Denver — Product creators want their ideas to “become so magical, they become a verb,” Chris Barton says.