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Washington — OSHA has launched a National Emphasis Program on COVID-19 that focuses enforcement efforts “on companies that put the largest number of workers at serious risk of contracting the coronavirus,” in response to an Executive Order from President Joe Biden.
Washington — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance on preventing the transmission of COVID-19 needs updating, health and safety experts and Democratic lawmakers said during a March 11 virtual hearing convened by the House Workforce Protections Subcommittee.
Menomonee Falls, WI — Pandemic fatigue appears to be setting in when it comes to handwashing habits, with many people lathering up less frequently now than during the early days of COVID-19, according to the results of a recent survey.
Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has updated its guidance on preventing COVID-19 exposure among workers at coal, metal and nonmetal mines.
Washington — Although the number of product-related injuries that required emergency treatment fell 24% during the first seven months of the COVID-19 pandemic, “the types of products causing injury displayed some marked increases,” according to a recently released report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Washington — Improper use of thermal imaging systems can result in inaccurate temperature readings, the Food and Drug Administration is warning health care providers, consumers and other users.
Silver Spring, MD — New guidance from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training is aimed at improving ventilation at indoor construction sites that don’t have working heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems.
Washington — A pair of House Republicans are urging the Department of Labor to solicit feedback from business owners and workers before OSHA moves forward with a potential emergency temporary standard related to COVID-19.
Marietta, GA — To help employers and workers understand the importance of maintaining indoor air quality in the workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic, Chemical Insights, an institute of Underwriters Laboratories Inc., has launched an e-learning module.
A lot of rumors are floating around regarding a potential OSHA emergency temporary standard and a National Emphasis Program enforcement action related to COVID-19.