News from the Safety Industry

Tunnel Under Downtown Seattle Opens to Traffic

Published: Tuesday February 5th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The tunnel replaces the seismically vulnerable Alaskan Way Viaduct, which will be demolished.

Ohio Governor Signs Domestic Violence Executive Order

Published: Tuesday February 5th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
His order directs all state agencies, boards, and commissions to take necessary corrective actions, up to and including termination, when an employee commits or threatens to commit domestic violence on state property, at state-sponsored events, or when using state resources; and to contact law enforcement if an incident occurs.

HELP Committee to Take Up Mugno Nomination

Published: Tuesday February 5th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
President Donald J. Trump nominated Mugno, who was vice president for Safety, Sustainability and Vehicle Maintenance at FedEx Ground in Pittsburgh, Pa., to be the head of OSHA on Oct. 27, 2017. The failure of the U.S. Senate to confirm him for well over a year has puzzled many safety professionals and their professional organizations.

State Health Departments Urging Procrastinators to Get Flu Shots

Published: Tuesday February 5th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
"If you haven't gotten a flu shot yet, don't hesitate; there's still time," Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine said. "The flu vaccine is the best precaution you can take, and it not only helps protect you, but also your family members, neighbors, co-workers, and anyone you come in contact with. We're seeing increasing numbers of flu cases across the commonwealth, so don't wait to get your shot."

U.S. Department of Labor Forms Alliance with Agribusiness Organizations to Protect Workers in Agricultural Industry

Published: Monday February 4th 2019
Source: OSHA News
February 4, 2019 Contact: Office of Communications Phone: 202-693-1999

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Texas Indoor Gun Range For Exposing Employees to Unsafe Lead Levels

Published: Monday February 4th 2019
Source: OSHA News
February 4, 2019 U.S. Department of Labor Cites Texas Indoor Gun Range For Exposing Employees to Unsafe Lead Levels

NIOSH Reopens Comment Period on Fentanyl-Protective Products in PPE Database

Published: Monday February 4th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The reopened comment period is for the agency's invitation to manufacturers to take part in an expansion of the PPE-Info database by adding products that protect against fentanyl exposure.

Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers to Post 2018 Injury and Illness Summaries

Published: Monday February 4th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Summaries of work-related injuries and illnesses must be posted each year from February 1 through April 30, even if no workplace injuries occurred during the prior year.

Oregon OSHA's 2019 Safety Break Set for May 8

Published: Monday February 4th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Now in its 16th year, Safety Break encourages employers to bolster workplace safety and health with training, award recognition gatherings, or other creative activities.

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