MSHA

Commission Weighing $110,000 in Quecreek Penalties

This capsule's use in the rescue of nine Pennsylvania miners trapped by an inundation in July 2002 captivated the nation. Their rescue would never have been needed if two companies penalized in these two cases had insisted on accurate maps, an administrative law judge ruled.


an assortment of consumer fireworks

Consumer Fireworks Are Dangerous, NFPA Reminds

The association's fireworks page includes videos, a report, fact sheet, and statistics about the thousands of injuries recorded every year around the Fourth of July.


Dr. Maurice A. Ramirez, pandemic flu and surge planning expert

Expert Urges Employers to Stay Ready for Flu

With 25,288 confirmed cases of influenza A(H1N1) as of June 8, the threat of a serious outbreak has not disappeared, says pandemic expert Dr. Maurice A. Ramirez. In a podcast with the editor of OH&S, he recommends offering a "flu benefit" and says employers should prepare for having 30 percent of their workers unavailable because of flu.


CALSTAR provides air ambulance services throughout central and northern California.

FAA Approves IFR System for Air Ambulance Firm

"It was a tedious, difficult process but it was well worth it," said Paul G. Likens, lead pilot for CALSTAR IV in Ukiah, Calif. "Without a doubt we will be able to more safely complete the transportation of the gravely ill and victims of trauma."


This Allstate photo shows Montgomery County (Md.) Police Capt. Tom Didone in front of nearly 5,000 key chains representing the number of teens who die each year in car crashes.

Keys Display Highlights Teen Drivers' Risks

This Allstate photo shows Montgomery County (Md.) Police Capt. Tom Didone in front of nearly 5,000 key chains representing the number of teens who die each year in car crashes.


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NIOSH Lists BBP Practices for Correctional Health Workers

The agency posted the information Tuesday to help this group of workers and their managers address bloodborne pathogens exposures.


no texting while driving sign

North Carolina Bans Texting While Driving

The Governors Highway Safety Association hailed Gov. Bev Perdue's signing of her state's new law today. It means in only the first six months of 2009, the number of states with such bans in place has doubled, GHSA says.


OSHA VPP Manager Cathy Oliver

OSHA VPP Manager Receives Exceptional Service Impact Award

"More important than the number of years Cathy has served in this agency is the influence she has had on making worker safety among the top priorities in America's workplaces," said OSHA's acting Assistant Secretary of Labor Jordan Barab.


New study says deficient roads contribute to most highway fatalities.

Study Cites Deficient Roads as Leading Highway Hazard

"If we put as much focus on improving road safety conditions as we do in urging people not to drink and drive, we'd save thousands of lives and billions of dollars every year," said Dr. Ted Miller, principal author of the new study, "On a Crash Course: The Dangers and Health Costs of Deficient Roadways."


Tips for Staying Safe During Fourth of July Weekend

Summer's brutal heat brings with it the dangers of skin-scorching sunburn, heartbreaking accidents, and deadly dehydration. Summer is also the time when travel season peaks, as people journey to various locations for rest and relaxation. Here's some tips for staying safe.


New Product of the Year Award

OHS 2009 New Product of the Year

The Occupational Health & Safety New Product of the Year Award honors the outstanding product development achievements of health and safety manufacturers whose products are considered particularly noteworthy in their ability to improve workplace safety.

Download Entry Form (PDF) and find out more details.

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Spotlight

For July, OH&S puts the spotlight on:

Poll

Acting OSHA chief Jordan Barab and U.S. Labor Secretary Solis listed several new OSHA initiatives June 29 at Safety 2009. Which of them is the best idea for achieving real safety improvement?

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