Arlington, VA — High-visibility, reflective clothing may present a “blind spot” for some vehicles’ pedestrian-sensing automatic emergency braking technology, results of a recent study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety show.

Washington — Citing news reports about staffing cuts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, two prominent House Democrats have asked Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for information about how NIOSH has been affected.

Los Angeles — In the wake of wildfires that have burned tens of thousands of acres in California this year, the state’s Department of Industrial Relations has released a Wildfire Clean-up Training Tool for employers and workers involved in recovery operations.

Washington — Bipartisan legislation recently introduced in both chambers of Congress would permit 16- and 17-year-olds from logging families to work in the family business.

Washington — Oversight of contractors and management of astronaut health during possible future missions to Mars are among the top concerns highlighted by the Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel in its latest annual report.

Murray, UT — A new online tool from the NCCCO Foundation and the National Safety Council is intended to help improve safety on jobsites where cranes and other load-handling equipment are used.

March is National Ladder Safety Month – the perfect time to take our quiz on safe use of ladders! Let’s see how you do.

Fairfax, VA — The National Utility Contractors Association is encouraging “anyone who wants to prevent trenching and excavation hazards in the workplace” to participate in the 10th annual Trench Safety Stand Down.

Helsinki — People who are able to ride a bicycle to work may lower the number of days they call off sick, as well as their risk of long-term sickness-related absences, according to a new study from the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health.

Guardian has promoted Kevin Gee to chief marketing officer and U.S. chief revenue officer. Since joining Guardian in March 2024, Gee has been responsible for advancing product innovation, enhancing industry engagement and solidifying Guardian’s 360-degree height safety brand strategy.