Dusti Gurule, the new sec rep for the Department of Labor, is based in Denver.

DOL Appoints New Regional Representative

Serving as the Department of Labor’s liaison in Colorado, New Mexico, Kansas, Texas, Oklahoma, and Nebraska, the new “sec rep” is responsible for amplifying key programs and initiatives.


DHS plans to expand the If You See Something Say Something campaign nationally with public education materials.

FEMA Hosts Webinar on Remaining Vigilant, Stopping Threats

The event is part of a campaign designed to raise public awareness of indicators of terrorism, crime, and other threats and emphasize the importance of reporting suspicious activity to the proper transportation and law enforcement authorities.


FMCSA asked about challenges motor carriers have in interacting with FMCSA that prevent them from conducting business effectively.

FMCSA Seeks Planning Help with Injury Reduction in Mind

Three public listening sessions on Sept. 8 will help the agency hear from stakeholders, who have a chance to influence the agency's next five-year Strategic Plan.


Hospital Visitation Rights Rule in Trouble?

CMS proposed it in response to an April 15, 2010, presidential memorandum that says "every day, all across America, patients are denied the kindnesses and caring of a loved one at their sides."


Labor Day drunk driving enforcement

Labor Day Drunk Driving Crackdown Begins

"Our message is loud and clear. If you drive drunk, you will be arrested and prosecuted," said NHTSA Administrator David Strickland.


Planned high-speed rail lines include these in the Northeast.

New Standards for High-Speed Railcars Unveiled

The Federal Railroad Administration has issued these to set a uniform design for new passenger cars on the lines being constructed. They will meet all current safety requirements and future regulations for crash energy management.


Eliminating hazardous conditions on the high seas is one of the goals of NTSB.

NTSB to Host Fishing Vessel Safety Forum

"Creating a safer environment and eliminating hazardous conditions on the high seas is one of the goals of the NTSB," said Robert Sumwalt, NTSB board member. "The forum will provide a great opportunity to identify strategies to improve safety."


The petition sent to OSHA seeks a standard setting an 80-hour maximum per week for medical residents.

OSHA May Limit Residents' Work Hours

Assistant Secretary Dr. David Michaels issued a statement Thursday saying the agency will review and consider a petition seeking an 80-hour maximum per week.


A new HSE inspection initiative will check safety management plans to ensure aging oil & gas infrastructure is being taken into account.

UK Offshore's Stats Worsened in Past Year

The Health and Safety Executive last week said the combined fatality and major injury rate for offshore oil and gas in 2009-2010 almost doubled the previous year's rate.


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Upcoming Webinars

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Spotlight

For September, OH&S puts the spotlight on:

Poll

Are you or your co-workers experiencing hearing loss because of noise exposures on the job? If so, what is the main reason you believe this damage is not being prevented?