State News

Denver — Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) has vetoed bipartisan legislation that would have required a human on board autonomous trucks in the state.

Salem, OR — Students from Sherwood and Cleveland high schools took first place in this year’s Oregon OSHA media contest to promote young worker safety and health awareness.

Jefferson City, MO — Missouri lawmakers have moved to repeal legislation that provides certain workers with paid sick leave.

Taylorsville, UT — “Pay more attention and slow down, knowing that there’s the lane closure.”

Oakland, CA — The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health has clarified its guidance on preventing lead exposure among workers who perform dry abrasive blasting.

Albuquerque, NM — A proposed rule from the New Mexico Environment Department would require employers to establish, implement and maintain an “effective heat illness prevention plan” for indoor and outdoor workers.

Dayton, OH — A bill that would allow 14- and 15-year-olds to work until 9 p.m. year-round is moving forward in the Ohio Legislature.

Washington — Brian Rizzo is now the acting leader of the Directorate of Construction at OSHA, according to the agency’s updated organizational chart.

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA is encouraging employers statewide to “pause their operations and put a spotlight on the critical importance of building a culture of safety and health” during the agency’s 22nd annual Safety Break for Oregon.

Las Vegas — Nevada OSHA is now enforcing its regulation aimed at protecting indoor and outdoor workers from excessive heat.