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As space launches increase, FAA issues alert to airlines

Washington — Air carriers, aviation operators and flight crews should assess possible impacts of space launch and reentry operations on their planned flight paths...

OSHA names Jennifer Rous leader of whistleblower directorate

Washington — Jennifer Rous is the new director of OSHA’s Directorate of Whistleblower Protection Programs, according to a recently updated organizational chart on the...

Lawmakers renew push for side underride guards on trucks

Washington — Legislation recently introduced in both the House and Senate would require underride guards on the sides of new trucks in an effort...

Stand-down to prevent falls in construction coming in May

Washington — Mark your calendar: The 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is set for May 4-8. Developed by OSHA, NIOSH,...
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OSHA publishes clarification on gas-related HazCom table

Washington — OSHA has issued a clarification on a table in its Hazard Communication Standard (1910.1200), the agency announced in a notice published Feb....

Using EVs to transport hazmat: Safety agency invites feedback

Washington — The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is asking stakeholders to weigh in on the safety risks, operational challenges and regulatory considerations...

FMCSA seeking nominations for newly restored advisory committee

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is reviving its Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee and accepting nominations for members to serve two-year...

Bill aimed at getting opioid overdose-reversal medication into more workplaces

Washington — Bipartisan legislation recently reintroduced in both the House and Senate would direct OSHA to develop employer guidance on acquiring opioid overdose-reversal medication...
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Safety board to chemical facilities: Will your buildings protect your workers?

Washington — Chemical facility personnel should thoroughly evaluate buildings that may be occupied after incidents occur to address possible safety risks, the Chemical Safety...

OSHA removes 16 test standards from testing-lab program list

Washington — OSHA is deleting more than a dozen standards from its Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Program’s list of appropriate test standards and modifying...

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