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Inaccurate hazard warnings on many Safety Data Sheets put workers at risk, advocacy group says

Washington — A recent analysis of more than 650 Safety Data Sheets found that 30% feature inaccurate chemical hazard warnings, while 15% fail to warn that a listed chemical may cause cancer.

OSHA to employers: Injury and illness reporting period nearing

Washington — OSHA is reminding employers of the upcoming window to submit 2022 Form 300A data.

Drone use in construction can distract workers and increase risk of falls: CPWR

Silver Spring, MD — As the use of drone technology in the construction industry expands, so too do safety concerns related to worker distraction and potential collisions while operating at height.

BLS: On-the-job deaths jump 8.9% in 2021, again rising above 5,000

Washington — A total of 5,190 workers died as a result of on-the-job injuries in 2021 – an 8.9% increase from the previous year, according to data released Dec. 16 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Senate confirms new Chemical Safety Board chair and member

Washington — The Senate on Dec. 13 confirmed Steve Owens as chair of the Chemical Safety Board and Catherine J.K. Sandoval as a CSB member, returning a quorum to the short-staffed agency.

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 34: Head protection and lessons on listening

In Episode 34, the S+H editorial team dives into the December issue’s feature story on head protection. Additionally, veteran safety expert and keynote speaker Richard Hawk discusses how safety professionals can enhance their listening skills.

Partisan clash continues over what defines a ‘joint employer’

Washington — Federal lawmakers are divided down party lines over a proposed rule from the National Labor Relations Board that would restore the board’s previous definition of “joint employer.”

OSHA sends standard on COVID-19 for health care to OMB for final review

Washington — OSHA submitted its permanent standard on COVID-19 for the health care industry to the White House Office of Management and Budget for final review Dec. 7.
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Senators introduce bipartisan bill on safe truck parking

Washington — Bipartisan legislation recently introduced in the Senate would help address a nationwide shortage of safe truck parking by authorizing funding to increase parking capacity and improve existing infrastructure.

OSHA seeking nominees for construction advisory committee

Washington — OSHA is accepting nominations for its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health.

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