Federal Agencies

Washington — Democrats on the Joint Economic Committee have issued a report detailing what they call “gaps” in paid sick leave among U.S. workers amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Washington — OSHA has finalized amendments to its rules on accessing employee medical records.

Washington — Raising awareness and understanding of workplace safety and health programs. That’s the goal of the fourth annual Safe + Sound Week, set to take place Aug. 10-16.

Washington — NIOSH recently recognized seven individuals, one team, nine publications and three projects/tools as recipients of the agency’s 2020 Science and Service Awards for significant contributions to the field of occupational safety and health.

Washington — In response to a recent increase in fatal falls from height in the mining industry, the Mine Safety and Health Administration has issued a fall protection safety alert.

Washington — Targeted interventions and health programs are needed to reduce tobacco use, binge drinking and other health risk behaviors prevalent among construction workers, NIOSH researchers concluded in a recent study.

Washington — In an effort to help health care facilities maintain their supplies of personal protective equipment, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has developed a reference table that summarizes strategies employers can adopt to “optimize” PPE.

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has scheduled a virtual trucking safety summit to solicit information on improving the safe operation of property-carrying commercial motor vehicles on the nation’s roads.

Washington — OSHA has unveiled a public service announcement and billboard campaign it says is intended to remind workers of the agency’s commitment to protect their safety and health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Washington — A group of 10 Republican members of the House is urging GOP leaders to develop legislation directing OSHA to issue an emergency temporary standard on infectious diseases to “safeguard” workers amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.