News from the Safety Industry

ISO Technical Report Helps Assess Nanomaterials' Environmental Impacts

Published: Wednesday March 27th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
ANSI noted that, among the essential topics pertaining to environmental safety, the Technical Report provides useful information on how investigators should respond to several questions or issues that commonly arise.

Maryland DOL Seeks Proposals to Help Women Affected by Opioid Crisis

Published: Wednesday March 27th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency's Request for Proposals seeks to fund workforce training plans that connect participants to in-demand training and employment opportunities.

NY State Police Issued More Than 13,000 Tickets During St. Patrick's Day Weekend

Published: Wednesday March 27th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The state's STOP-DWI initiative started on March 15 and continued through March 18.

U.S. Department of Labor Again Cites Wisconsin Pallet Manufacturer After Three Employees Exposed to Wood Dust

Published: Tuesday March 26th 2019
Source: OSHA News
March 26, 2019 U.S. Department of Labor Again Cites Wisconsin Pallet Manufacturer After Three Employees Exposed to Wood Dust

Michigan Minimum Wage Rising March 29

Published: Tuesday March 26th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Michigan's minimum wage is increasing from $9.25 to $9.45 per hour, effective March 29, 2019.

DOT to Form Special Committee to Review FAA Aircraft Certification Process

Published: Tuesday March 26th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Department of Transportation announced Monday the establishment of an expert Special Committee to review the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) process for the certification of new aircraft, including the Boeing 737 MAX.

Australian Union Calls for More Hospital Security Guards Amid Increased Violence

Published: Tuesday March 26th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Health and Services Union (HSU) has called for more security guards at Australia’s John Hunter Hospital for staff, patient and visitor safety among “sky-high” levels of violence.

U.S. Department of Labor Seeks to Prevent Georgia Roadway Worksite Injuries through Safety Stand-Down Events

Published: Monday March 25th 2019
Source: OSHA News
March 25, 2019 U.S. Department of Labor Seeks to Prevent Georgia Roadway Worksite Injuries through Safety Stand-Down Events

U.S. Department of Labor Seeks to Prevent Georgia Roadway Worksite Injuries through Safety Stand-Down Events

Published: Monday March 25th 2019
Source: OSHA News
March 25, 2019 U.S. Department of Labor Seeks to Prevent Georgia Roadway Worksite Injuries through Safety Stand-Down Events

U.S. Department of Labor Fines Georgia Contractor For Trenching Violations; Proposes $106,078 in Penalties

Published: Monday March 25th 2019
Source: OSHA News
March 25, 2019 U.S. Department of Labor Fines Georgia Contractor For Trenching Violations; Proposes $106,078 in Penalties

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