Federal Agencies

Baton Rouge, LA — The OSHA Region 6 Training Institute Education Centers recently released a video on recognizing and controlling common hazards in oil and gas exploration.

Washington — Miners’ attitudes toward risky behavior may influence their susceptibility to near misses, according to a recent study.

Emmitsburg, MD — The U.S. Fire Administration recently published a report that offers recommendations on safety and health issues faced by women in the fire and emergency medical services professions.

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on May 17 submitted for review to the White House Office of Management and Budget an advance notice of proposed rulemaking intended to help the agency assess whether to clarify the definitions of “agricultural commodity” or “livestock” in FMCSA’s hours-of-service regulations for commercial truck drivers.

Washington — Changes to provisions in OSHA’s beryllium rule for general industry have moved to the final rule stage, according to the Department of Labor’s Spring 2019 regulatory agenda.

The likelihood of receiving a visit from an OSHA inspector is slim. Still, experts – including former OSHA staffers – say having a plan in place goes a long way.

Secretary of Labor R. Alexander Acosta made his first appearance before the House Education and Labor Committee at a May 1 hearing exploring his department’s “policies and priorities.”

Washington — A new 30-day challenge is aimed at helping employers bolster safety leadership.

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking public comment on a potential pilot program that would allow drivers ages 18 to 20 to operate interstate commercial motor vehicles, according to a notice published in the May 15 Federal Register.

Washington — The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is accepting nominations for its Lithium Battery Safety Advisory Committee, the agency announced in a notice published in the May 14 Federal Register.