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Washington – Drivers 55 and older face double the risk of dying in a work-related motor vehicle crash than younger workers, according to a new fact sheet from NIOSH on how employers and workers can prevent crashes involving older drivers.

Las Vegas – Capstan hoist and rigging safety is at the heart of a video from the National Association of Tower Erectors, unveiled March 22 during the 2016 International Wireless Communications Expo.

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk offers strategies for gaining more “buy-in” from both upper management and supervisors.

Washington – NIOSH’s mobile app on ladder safety has been updated to include information on stepladders.

Waco, TX – The Chemical Safety Board is calling on OSHA to address the hazards posed by fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate in light of the chemical explosion that killed 15 people and injured more than 260 others on April 17, 2013, at West Fertilizer Co. in West, TX.

Watertown, SD – A new video from the National Association of Tower Erectors is reminding tower industry personnel to check personal protective equipment on a daily basis.

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk discusses why taking a break from work can actually help improve your performance.

Oklahoma City – The Oklahoma Department of Labor is hosting an “evolution of safety” video contest, asking employers, “What is your company’s safety and health story?”

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk explains why the most influential safety professionals are those who are adept at giving praise.

Lansing, MI – A recently developed mobile app aims to protect workers who take part in excavation and trenching activities.