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OSHA emphasis program targets the auto parts supplier industry

Atlanta — Hazards in the auto parts supplier industry “continue to be the source of serious injuries, including amputations, and deaths to employees,” OSHA says.

‘Brainstorm’ e-tool targets sprain and strain hazards

Tumwater, WA — Preventing sprains and strains on the job is the aim of a new online tool from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.

New safety video shows dangers of having passengers on forklifts

Vancouver, British Columbia — A new forklift safety video illustrates why the equipment’s operator should be the only rider.

FMCSA proposing changes to Safety Measurement System

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration wants to make changes to the tool it uses to identify high-risk motor carriers.
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Construction safety: Prevent falls through skylights and other openings

In 2021, 62 U.S. construction workers died after falling through a surface or an existing opening such as a skylight, according to data from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries.

OSHA seeks comment on ways to modernize and improve VPP

Washington — OSHA is asking for input on how it can modernize, improve and expand its Voluntary Protection Programs.

FACE Report: Machine operator fatally struck by safety block ejected from mechanical power press

A worker at a manufacturing facility was fatally injured while operating a 200-ton mechanical press.

OSHA says its new authority to issue nonimmigrant status visas will aid investigations

Washington — OSHA will soon be able to issue certifications in support of T and U nonimmigrant status visas, a move the agency contends will aid in some workplace safety investigations.
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Survey explores the state of safety at manufacturing and warehousing facilities

Iselin, NJ — A recent survey of manufacturing and warehouse employees shows that 75% receive less than 30 minutes of safety training a week, while 20% receive no weekly training.

‘Three strikes’: Study finds people won’t forgive robot co-workers for repeated mistakes

Ann Arbor, MI — People can lose trust in their robot co-workers after only a few mistakes, results of a recent study show.

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