Public Administration

Gaithersburg, MD — Recently developed artificial intelligence software can determine whether firefighters may be about to experience a potentially fatal cardiac event, researchers say.

Washington — A recently launched app provides centralized, on-the-go access to health and safety training tools for workers involved in disaster response and cleanup activities.

Washington — The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is set to publish a proposed rule that would require railroads to maintain and update information about hazardous material shipments.

Washington — Reps. Bobby Scott (D-VA) and Alma Adams (D-NC) are asking Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-NC), chair of the House Education and Labor Committee, to convene a hearing on child labor violations.

Washington — The National Institutes of Health and the Department of Veterans Affairs will partner on a study they hope “will lead to many answers to those suffering from Gulf War Illness.”

Washington — OSHA’s Federal Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health has scheduled a virtual meeting for next month.

Emmitsburg, MD — “Lithium-Ion Batteries: Are You Ready?” is the theme for this year’s Firefighter Safety Stand Down.

Oklahoma City, OK — First responders in Oklahoma are closer to being eligible to receive mental health coverage without having a physical injury.

Harrisburg, PA — Democrats in the Pennsylvania House and Senate have continued their push to extend OSHA protections to state and municipal employees.

Washington — A new video is intended to help firefighters stay safe when responding to fire incidents at row houses.