Construction & Utilities

New York — The New York City Department of Buildings is reminding construction contractors of their obligation to prevent “foam snow” from littering sidewalks and streets.

Washington — OSHA is seeking nominations for membership on its National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health.

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA is offering for free its latest training course on keeping workers safe in confined spaces.

Silver Spring, MD — Nearly 1,100 construction workers died in 2022, according to a recent data bulletin published by CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training.

Washington — A handful of potential OSHA standards have advanced in the rulemaking process, according to the Department of Labor’s Spring 2024 regulatory agenda – released July 5.

St. Paul, MN — Legislation recently signed into law by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) updates excavation safety statutes with utility worker safety in mind.

Washington — OSHA has made available more than $12.7 million as part of its Susan Harwood Training Grant Program.

Washington — A recent Supreme Court decision could affect how legal disputes with OSHA or the Mine Safety and Health Administration are settled.

Washington — OSHA has released a draft of its proposed rule on heat illness prevention.

Watertown, SD — “How am I going to use this rope? What am I protecting against? What characteristics does it need to have?”