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Washington – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended the deadline for the “Be Ready. Be Buckled” children’s contest to March 15.

New York – Nearly half a million more New York City workers will receive paid sick leave under recently passed legislation that expands the scope of a law passed last year.

Developing a strong relationship with supervisors can help safety professionals influence the workforce. However, supervisors may have production or quality concerns they perceive as taking priority over safety, so it is important for safety professionals to be strategic in their communications with supervisors.

Visit the National Safety Council vendor table at the 6th Annual Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, International Safety Conference, scheduled to take place April 23-24 in Rock Island/East Moline, IL.

Melbourne, Australia – When a child exhibits stroke signs, parents may delay calling 911, meaning the child has less time to receive treatment that could help prevent permanent damage, according to a new study from the Royal Children’s Hospital and Murdoch Childrens Research Institute.

Washington – The use of electronic devices while driving remained relatively unchanged in 2012 from 2011, according to a recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s National Center for Statistics and Analysis.

Rosemont, IL – People looking to burn calories fast with a high-intensity interval training program should start gradually to help avoid injury, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons cautions.

Boston – Older adults taking painkillers prescribed by multiple doctors may be more likely to suffer drug-related complications, according to a new study from Harvard University.

OSHA is sending out a letter to employers in the fertilizer and agricultural industries regarding hazardous chemical handling. Read about this letter and other news stories in this week's OSHA Roundup.

Orlando, FL – The National Safety Council and Grainger have announced a new partnership to help employers achieve continuous safety improvement.