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Safety board investigation of Ohio train derailment leads to recommendations

Washington — The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a series of recommendations to several entities in a new report on the Feb. 3, 2023, train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.

Study on heat stress in construction resumes at Midwest project

New York — Research intended to gain a better understanding of the effects of heat on construction worker health is continuing, project organizers recently announced.

After a delay, FAA finalizes air traffic controller rest policy

Washington — The Federal Aviation Administration has finalized a policy requiring air traffic controllers to have at least 10 hours of off-duty time between shifts.

Are respirators effective when beard bands are worn? NIOSH to explore

Washington — NIOSH is seeking respirator manufacturers and other participants for a new project aimed at determining how well the devices protect workers who have facial hair when beard bands are used.
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Things to see and do in Orlando

After the NSC Safety Congress & Expo winds down each day, take some time to explore New Orleans.

NLRB closes New York City office

New York — The National Labor Relations Board has closed its New York City office for administrative law judges.

Traffic safety conference will ‘explore emerging issues’ and share insights

Vienna, VA — Registration is open for the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety’s annual conference, set for Oct. 8-11 in Atlanta.

Chemical Safety Board pushes for expanded use of remote isolation equipment

Washington — Many chemical facilities “have not fully recognized that the effective remote isolation of equipment is critical to quickly stopping releases of hazardous materials” and protecting workers, the Chemical Safety Board says.
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Paper provides safety ‘template’ for emerging technologies

Cincinnati — Drawing on the lessons learned from efforts to protect workers from the hazards associated with nanomaterials can help developers of new technologies ensure their safe use, researchers contend.

Transit workers need mental health support and wellness resources: new report

Washington — Transit agency leaders must help support employee well-being with a clear commitment to addressing mental health, wellness and resiliency – and should provide resources, according to a new report.

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