News

Washington – Pipeline operators may be required to notify the National Response Center no later than one hour after an incident involving natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines, under a recently proposed rule from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

Washington – Rafael Moure-Eraso stepped down from the Chemical Safety Board in March, but the controversy surrounding his tenure as the agency’s leader appears to be far from over.

Washington – The American Trucking Associations is seeking motor carriers to take part in a survey that would help form a better idea of how much time and money motor carriers devote to safety every year.

Washington – OSHA has released a video emphasizing that young workers have the right to a safe workplace.

Atlanta – Multiple cases of melioidosis – a bacterial infection that has potentially fatal consequences – reinforce the need for researchers in laboratories to follow proper safety procedures when working with unknown pathogens, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Washington – Although the number of silicosis deaths has declined in the past decade, the occupational lung disease still kills about 100 people every year, according to a new study from NIOSH.

Washington – After more than two decades in development, OSHA’s final rule on walking/working surfaces to address slips, trips and falls is under White House review.

Washington – NIOSH is seeking feedback from employers and individuals regarding its long-term study into work-related stress.

Augusta, ME – The Maine Department of Labor has announced the formation of a workgroup to study the state’s drug-testing law and the workplace ramifications of medical marijuana.

Richmond, British Columbia – New videos from WorkSafeBC show best work practices for hotel housekeeping workers to prevent injuries while cleaning bathrooms, dusting, making beds and more.