News from the Safety Industry

U.S. Department of Labor Announces $10.5 Million in Worker Safety and Health Training Grants

Published: Friday May 3rd 2019
Source: OSHA News
May 3, 2019 Contact: Office of Communications Phone: 202-693-1999

NJ Governor Signs Bill Creating Maternal Mortality Review Committee

Published: Friday May 3rd 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
"New Jersey's maternal mortality rate is almost double the national average, with 37.3 pregnancy-associated or pregnancy-related deaths for every 100,000 live births," said Assemblyman Raj Mukherji, one of the bill's primary sponsors. "It is imperative that we figure out why New Jersey mothers are dying at an unprecedented rate in a state with high-quality health care."

CSB Asks EPA to Review 1993 HF Study

Published: Friday May 3rd 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
In a letter to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, the safety board cited two of its recent investigations. CSB conducted public hearings in both at which members of the surrounding communities expressed concern about the adequacy of the risk management strategies for the use of HF and the effectiveness of community notification procedures in the event of a catastrophic release.

NYS Health Department Dedicates Statue to Physician Who Championed Handwashing

Published: Friday May 3rd 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
"This statue will serve as a reminder of a practice that is near and dear to public health: the simple, yet vital, act of handwashing to help prevent the spread of illness," said New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker. "We are honored to be among the recipients chosen for this display as we continue our efforts to encourage best practices for infection control."

U.S. Department of Labor and Partners Aim To Keep Young Workers Safe This Summer

Published: Thursday May 2nd 2019
Source: OSHA News
May 2, 2019 Contact: Office of Communications Phone: 202-693-1999

U.S. Department of Labor and Partners Aim To Keep Young Workers Safe This Summer

Published: Thursday May 2nd 2019
Source: OSHA News
May 2, 2019 Contact: Office of Communications Phone: 202-693-1999

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