Workplace Solutions

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency says formaldehyde poses “unreasonable risk” in some work situations and requires the agency to “initiate risk management actions,” although a trade association that represents chemical manufacturers disagrees.

Silver Spring, MD — Fatalities among Hispanic construction workers more than doubled over a recent 12-year period, according to a report from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency won’t regulate the manufacture, processing and distribution of lead wheel weights, citing “extremely low risk” of lead exposure and an ongoing phaseout of the equipment.

Washington — OSHA will collaborate with the Environmental Protection Agency on its work to manage existing chemicals under Section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act.

Quincy, MA — A newly funded research project will investigate how chemical exposures from lithium-ion battery fires affect firefighters’ personal protective equipment.

Protective clothing has been a popular topic of conversation lately in the safety industry. OSHA recently released a final rule – set at press time to go into effect on Jan. 13 – that requires personal protective equipment in the construction industry to properly fit each worker.

Why is building a culture of health and safety important, and what role does respiratory protection play?

Who’s in charge of ergonomics?

What does OSHA’s new arc flash guidance mean for employers who don’t have a comprehensive electrical safety program that incorporates employee protection from arc flash hazards?

When starting an ergonomics program, is it best to begin with a reactive or proactive approach?