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Washington – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has finished collecting data for its six-month study into the safety effects of a 34-hour restart rule regarding commercial motor vehicle drivers’ hours of service, the agency announced Oct. 1.

Atlanta – During the Leadership Keynote Sept. 30 at the NSC Congress & Expo, Lesinski, vice president of DiVal Safety Equipment, asked audience members to close their eyes and think of four people who depend on them to work safely.

Washington – OSHA has published new guidance intended to help small businesses comply with the agency’s Confined Spaces in Construction Standard.

Gaithersburg, MD – A four-year effort on the part of researchers has led to recent safety improvements for emergency responders and an updated standard for ambulance design.

Atlanta – After 5,400 votes covering more than 100 products, the results are in for the inaugural “Best in Show” New Product Showcase Awards!

Atlanta – OSHA’s Fall Protection Standard (1926.501) is once again the agency’s most frequently cited standard.

Atlanta – Charlie Morecraft used to sit in the back row during safety meetings. He didn’t enjoy wearing safety equipment because it felt uncomfortable.

Atlanta – Occupational illnesses are a “massive” problem in the United States – one that needs more attention, more data and stronger actions. That was the message from speakers Sept. 29 at the Occupational Keynote during the NSC Congress & Expo.

London – Several studies have shown that sitting for long periods is unhealthy, but new research suggests that fidgeting may counteract the adverse health impacts associated with a sedentary lifestyle.