Leadership

Chemical Safety Board again without a quorum but pledges more ‘terrific work’

Washington — Back to operating without a quorum, the Chemical Safety Board remains resolute about advancing its mission, agency Chair Steve Owens says.

When workers resist change

Five ways to help bring employees around to changes in the workplace.

Are toxic workplaces becoming the norm?

Weston, MA — The number of employees reporting that they work in a “toxic environment” is high – as are claims that employers aren’t doing enough to support mental health, according to the results of a recent survey.

Are employers and workers in ‘different safety universes’ about mental health?

Washington — Although 9 out of 10 employers say they’re prepared to support worker mental health, only 3 out of 5 employees agree, according to the results of a recent survey of small businesses.
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NSC: Frontline workers and safety leaders don’t see eye to eye on MSD prevention efforts

Washington — Frontline employees consistently rate their workplaces’ musculoskeletal disease prevention efforts less favorably than safety leaders do, according to a new report from the National Safety Council.

Coalition of safety groups emphasizes importance of ‘credible and accurate’ BLS data

Washington — The National Safety Council is among a dozen organizations urging President Donald Trump to nominate a Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner who will ensure data “remains credible and accurate.”

Senate committee advances Anthony D’Esposito’s nomination for DOL inspector general

Washington — The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee approved Anthony D’Esposito’s nomination for inspector general of the Department of Labor with a 12-11 party-line vote Oct. 9.

Derek Barrs takes the helm at FMCSA

Washington — The Senate has confirmed Derek Barrs as the new head of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
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Senate confirms David Keeling and Wayne Palmer to lead safety agencies

Washington — The Senate has confirmed David Keeling as the new leader of OSHA. Legislators approved S. Res 412 with a 51-46 vote on Oct. 3, then voted 51-47 on Oct. 7 to confirm Keeling and more than 100 other nominees.

NSC honors Sarah Futrell with Marion Martin Award

Denver — Sarah Futrell is the 2025 recipient of the Marion Martin Award, presented annually by the National Safety Council.

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