Labor

Washington – The White House has designated May 23-27 as Extreme Heat Week in an effort to inform the public – including employers and workers – about how to prepare for extreme heat events.

Washington – The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has issued a pair of final rules outlining how employers can implement worker wellness programs while complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act.

Bethesda, MD – Participating in more physical activity may lower the risk of 13 types of cancer, according to a new study from the National Cancer Institute.

Washington – NIOSH has released the fifth edition, and first exclusively electronic version, of its Manual of Analytical Methods.

Arlington, VA – Beginning July 1, the Mine Safety and Health Administration will increase enforcement of its “Rules to Live By” initiative, as well as the nine common standards that fall under the agency’s Exam Rule, the agency announced during a May 12 stakeholder meeting.

Washington – As part of its Temporary Worker Initiative, OSHA has released guidance documents intended to clarify training requirements and hazard communication responsibilities for employers of temporary workers.

Washington – OSHA has issued a final rule that will require employers to electronically submit worker injury and illness data, which then – in a controversial move – will be made public.

Corvallis, OR – Working after the age of 65 may result in a longer life, according to a new study from Oregon State University.

Oxnard, CA – Your brain could be a workplace hazard, according to a white paper from DEKRA Insight and its strategic partner, RoundTheClock Resources Inc.

Washington – OSHA recently announced the publication of three new fact sheets, including one intended to help employers develop and implement emergency response plans for workers in permit-required confined spaces.