Report Finds Rampant Risks for NYC Garbage Workers
It’s common knowledge that working with garbage is difficult and smelly. But a new report reveals that commercial waste work is among New York City’s most dangerous jobs.
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In January 2023, Washington state’s new cap-and-invest program launched, which originated from the Washington Legislature’s passage of a package of historic legislative and budget proposals to combat climate change and prepare the state for the future low-carbon economy. The Legislature provided the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) with the authority and funding to develop […]
NSC Tries to Draw Candidates’ and Employers’ Attention to Opioid Overdoses Amid COVID-19
The National Safety Council (NSC) urged President Donald Trump and Vice President Joe Biden to include opioid overdose prevention as part of their coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) recovery plans. COVID-19 is a respiratory disease caused by infection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
OSHA to Employers: Begin Submitting Your 2017 Data Electronically—But Only 300A Data!
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that establishments required to electronically submit their injury and illness records to OSHA may begin to do so now.
TSCA Reform Bill Supported!
It appears that the U.S. Senate will approve the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697) before the end of 2015. The bill, which has the general support of the chemical industry and some major environmental groups, would amend many provisions of the 1976 Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Under […]
The Top Risks Concerning Businesses and Employees May Surprise You
The Travelers Companies, Inc. recently announced the results of the 2017 Travelers Risk Index. The survey identifies the overall perception of risks for business leaders and consumers.
CSB Sued Over Accident Reporting Rule
Four groups have filed a legal complaint against the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) for not meeting a Clean Air Act (CAA) requirement to issue a regulation requiring that operators of chemical facilities report accidental releases of chemicals to the ambient air.
Thousands of California Workers Have High Blood Lead Levels
A new report on lead exposure among California workers has inspired action to better protect employees and increase blood lead level (BLL) testing. Get details here.
Construction Safety: Tips for an Effective Program
An effective construction safety program goes beyond compliance to address overall loss control, which includes employee protection, property damage, and liability claims. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has created a model safety program for builders. It’s built on a solid foundation of safety principles that will resonate with safety professionals in the building […]