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Matter of course: Lessons from golf show impact of political chatter at work

Berkeley, CA — Insight from a recent study of professional golfers may explain why some workers get teed off about political discussion on the job.

Lift it safely – no matter the size

Lifting and shelving items the safe way can help prevent work-related back pain.

Truckers under 21: Legislation aimed at permitting interstate travel within 150 air miles

Washington — A bill recently introduced in the House would allow commercial truck drivers younger than 21 to operate across state lines.

Safe when out of sight

Remote work and hybrid setups, such as two days at home and three in the office, have become the norm for people who work at a desk.
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MSHA calls on miners to help prevent on-the-job lead exposure

Arlington, VA — Miners exposed to lead dust or fumes at work need to be wearing an air-purifying respirator with high-efficiency filters, the Mine Safety and Health Administration says in a recent health alert.

Talk about pressurized equipment safety before work starts, agency says

Washington — Offshore oil and gas rig operators should ensure contractors review safety measures with qualified operations staff before working with pressurized systems or valves, the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement advises.

Learning about hand-arm vibration syndrome: New resources available

Waterloo, Ontario — A new series of “posters and practical resources” from experts at Waterloo University is aimed at helping employers address vibration-related hazards.

House Dems ask DOL if black lung benefits rule is being enforced

Washington — Two House Democrats are calling on the Department of Labor to confirm whether it’s enforcing a rule that requires self-insured coal mine operators to “post adequate security for their benefit liabilities.”
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Safety alert addresses shoving movement risks in rail industry

Washington — Railroad conductors are at increased risk of death and injury when riding equipment during shoving movements, the National Transportation Safety Board warns in a new safety alert.

Survey: European workers worry climate change may put their safety at risk

Bilbao, Spain — Nearly 1 out of 3 European workers are concerned that extreme heat or other issues related to climate change will impact their safety and health, according to the results of a recent survey.

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