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10th annual Safe + Sound Week slated for August

Washington — OSHA, NIOSH and a coalition of safety organizations – including the National Safety Council – are joining forces for the 10th annual...

‘We want to be in the solutions business,’ head of OSHA says

Washington — Two recent compliance assistance initiatives show that OSHA is “looking for ways to lead,” agency administrator David Keeling said this week. “OSHA has...

‘Safety can’t depend on a badge color’: Chemical Safety Board urges improved contractor oversight

Washington — Chemical Safety Board member Sylvia Johnson is calling for enhanced focus on contract worker safety management as the agency observes a trend...

House hearing explores ‘hurdles’ related to federal workers’ comp programs

Washington — Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle met this month to talk about what’s making it hard for some injured workers in...
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‘OSHA Cares’: Agency launches initiative webpage

Washington — OSHA is spotlighting its new “OSHA Cares” initiative. “We want to help businesses not only meet federal requirements, but also build stronger, more...

DOL announces members of OSHA construction advisory committee

Washington — The Department of Labor recently announced the new roster of members for its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health, as well...

Fatal gas release at chemical facility prompts push for safe planning protocols

Washington — Using pipe markings and detailed drawings can help chemical facility workers ensure “all parties understand which equipment should be opened” before beginning...

Safety groups call on OSHA to update references to PPE consensus standards

Arlington, VA — OSHA “would make work safer” by citing updated versions of three American National Standards Institute/American Society of Safety Professionals consensus standards...
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he welcomes input from states

Washington — Feedback from state departments of transportation – “good, bad or ugly” – is a great thing for the federal government, Transportation Secretary...

Electrical safety in construction: OSHA unveils new initiative

Washington — As part of its ongoing effort to bolster electrical safety in the construction industry, OSHA has launched the Electrical Roll Up Initiative. The...

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