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In development: guidelines for recognizing, treating brain injuries among first responders

Columbus, OH — First responders will soon have evidence-based guidance for traumatic brain injury recognition, management and return to work because of research out...

House committee approves bill aimed at expanding health care options for Department of Energy workers

Washington — The House Education and Workforce Committee unanimously approved legislation that would allow current and former Department of Energy employees to receive care...

OSHA to conduct safety training for federal agency staff

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a virtual training event for Aug. 4-6 to “help federal agency safety and health personnel strengthen protections for federal...

NIST developing AI model to guide people to safest exits during a fire

Gaithersburg, MD — A new artificial intelligence model is aimed at identifying – in real time – the safest evacuation routes for occupants in...
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Oklahoma’s new drug and alcohol policy will affect workers in ‘safety-sensitive’ jobs

Oklahoma City — A new Oklahoma law establishes a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol standard for workers in “safety-sensitive” jobs, effective Nov. 1. Under H.B. 3127,...

Lawmakers seek increased protections for roadside workers

Washington — Sens. Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) recently introduced legislation aimed at strengthening protections for roadside workers and first responders. The...

OSHA updates manual on use of Special Government Employees

Washington — OSHA has published updated policies and procedures on Special Government Employees who work with the agency’s Voluntary Protection Programs and its new...

House hearing explores ‘hurdles’ related to federal workers’ comp programs

Washington — Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle met this month to talk about what’s making it hard for some injured workers in...
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Oregon OSHA invites fire districts to take part in Challenge program

Salem, OR — Fire districts in Oregon can now enroll in a one-year voluntary Challenge program aimed at improving workplace safety and health. The free...

Coast Guard opens Safety Service Center

Washington — Now operational: the U.S. Coast Guard’s Safety Service Center, with a mission to “identify and control hazards, reduce risk, and prevent losses...

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