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Independent contractor or employee? DOL seeking another rule change

Washington — The Department of Labor’s recent tug-of-war over what constitutes an employee or independent contractor has continued with the publication of a proposed...

AI in manufacturing: ASTM exploring a technical standards committee

West Conshohocken, PA — ASTM International is exploring a possible technical committee on artificial intelligence in manufacturing systems – and is inviting all interested...

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...

Washington state creates ‘Crane Power Line Precaution’ tool

Tumwater, WA — The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has launched an e-tool to help employers comply with provisions of the state’s...
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Health care coalition asks for federal guidance on violence-prevention signage in ERs

Washington — Seeking written guidance that will facilitate the posting of signage discouraging violence in ERs, the American College of Emergency Physicians and nine...

Federal Railroad Administration revives safety advisory committee

Washington — The Federal Railroad Administration is reestablishing the charter of its Railroad Safety Advisory Committee, the agency has announced. Established in 1996, the 25-member...

Now in effect: California’s new silicosis prevention law

Sacramento, CA — A new California law aimed at curbing cases of silicosis among workers who cut, grind, polish and drill stone countertops is now in effect.

2026 CEOs Who “Get It”

Meet the National Safety Council’s 2026 CEOs Who “Get It” – seven leaders who demonstrate a personal commitment to worker safety and health.
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Washington state trenching rule changes would make written plans a must

Tumwater, WA — Washington state is seeking to add a requirement for written work plans, along with other provisions, to its excavation, trenching and shoring regulations.

New state workplace safety laws prompt Oregon OSHA rulemaking process

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA will initiate rulemaking on two new state laws aimed at strengthening worker safety in some behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment settings.

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