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Researchers seek input from workers exposed to ‘forever chemicals’

Lowell, MA — Researchers from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell are asking painters and allied trades workers who’ve been exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances...

Women’s group pushes for workplace education and lawmaker action on menopause

Lansing, MI — As part of its menopause education and advocacy campaign for workers, the Michigan Women’s Commission has issued key recommendations for employers...

EPA offers more time for input on controversial revisions to chemical safety rule

Washington — May 11 is the new deadline for comment on the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed amendments to chemical facility safety provisions under its...

Physical strain common among warehouse workers: survey

Chicago — Around 3 out of 4 warehouse workers have considered leaving their jobs because of injury concerns or discomfort, according to the results...
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Arizona approves recommendations on protecting workers from heat

Phoenix — The Industrial Commission of Arizona has unanimously approved a set of recommendations on protecting workers from heat-related illness and injury. The guidance, which...

FMCSA seeks feedback on planned truck parking study

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is asking for input as it prepares to move forward with a study to estimate “the...

New California law requires electrical utility worksites to have AEDs

Sacramento, CA — All public utilities in California and their independent contractors or subcontractors must have an AED on worksites with electrical lines, under...

OSHA updates emphasis program on heat hazards

Washington — OSHA has issued a revised National Emphasis Program on outdoor and indoor heat-related hazards. The previous NEP, published in 2022, expired April 8...
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MSHA silica rule on hold ‘indefinitely,’ agency says

Washington — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has delayed “indefinitely” the deadline for metal and nonmetal mine operators to comply with its final...

Pennsylvania lawmakers pass legislation intended to protect meatpackers

Harrisburg, PA — A bill aimed at strengthening protections for meatpacking and food processing workers has advanced out of the Pennsylvania House. H.B. 1923, sponsored...

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