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ASTM Increasing Response Robot Test Methods

The new test methods will allow for comprehensive measurement of baseline robot capabilities, reliability of assistive and autonomous behaviors, and remote operator proficiency to support training.

Canada Cancels Some Uses of Boric Acid Pesticides

There are a total of 110 pesticide products registered for use in Canada containing boric acid, and 25 of those will have their registrations cancelled while the remaining 85 will have to meet new labeling requirements within the next two years.

"This is the last flying Mars in the world and the largest warbird ever built," said Wayne Coulson, CEO of Coulson Flying Tankers. The plane makes its first trip to Wisconsin for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2016, July 25-31.

World's Largest Water Bomber Landing at EAA Show

The plane also will make several demonstration flights during AirVenture Oshkosk. It is described as the largest flying boat ever flown operationally -- 38 feet high, 120 feet long, with a wingspan of 200 feet.

OSHA Says Auto Parts Manufacturer Continues to Expose Workers to Amputation Hazards

Pyongsan America and Surge Staffing face a total of $106,020 in fines.

THC Found in Colorado Town's Water Supply

THC was found in the water supply in the town of Hugo.

The government has launched a consultation to get ideas from the public for the planned new law, including feedback on the overall goal and approach; whom it should cover; what accessibility issues and barriers it should address; how it could be monitored and enforced; and how to raise accessibility awareness more generally and support organizations in improving accessibility.

Canada Plans New Federal Accessibility Legislation

Many of the country's citizens still face barriers that affect their ability to participate in daily activities that most people take for granted, according to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government, which has launched a public consultation on the planned law.

Nearly All Respirable Coal Dust Samplings Comply with New Standards, Says MSHA

The agency says this proves compliance with the rule is achievable.

Forest Service Finalizes Saw Safety Policy

Forest Service contractors are subject to applicable federal OSHA requirements governing the use of saws, but contractors are not subject to the final saw directive because USFS stated it does not believe it is necessary or appropriate to track their training and certification as sawyers.



Sprout and Noodle Company to Cease Operations Due to Unsanitary Conditions

The DOJ entered a consent decree of permanent injunction on behalf of the FDA.

Enbridge Agrees to Pay Civil Penalties Over Pipeline Spills

The company's consent decree with EPA and DOJ includes civil penalties under the Clean Water Act of $61 million relating to the Line 6B release and $1 million related to the Line 6A release, both payable within 30 days of the effective date of the decree.

DOT Moves Gateway Projects Into Funding Queue

"Building a new rail tunnel under the Hudson to allow for the repair of the ancient and Sandy-damaged tunnels is critical for the countless commuters, shoppers, and tourists who are the lifeblood of our regional economy," U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said.

The crane was being used in the construction of a $4 billion replacement bridge for the outdated bridge, which spans the Hudson River and connects South Nyack in Rockland County with Tarrytown in Westchester County. (Rockland County photo)

No Serious Injuries in Crane Collapse on Tappan Zee Bridge

There were five minor injuries in the collapse at the site, which is the largest current U.S. construction project, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said July 19.

CDC Assisting Zika Investigation into Case Not Linked with Travel

The investigating includes additional interviews and lab testing.

New Study Shows Fracking May Worsen Asthma

An 8-year study in Pennsylvania found asthma treatments were four times more common in areas with bigger, active wells.

Sewage Spill Closes Beaches in California

The spill volume was initially reported at 108,000 gallons by the department, but the Los Angeles Times reported it had increased to more than 1.5 million gallons as of July 19.

CSB Makes Emergency Planning/Response a Most Wanted Improvement

The board did this because the members concluded that poor emergency planning is a recurring finding in its investigations to date.

Seven Hawaiian Falls’ Water Parks Violate Child Labor Laws

The U.S. Department of Labor found underage workers using dangerous equipment and working outside of permitted hours.

U.S. Vehicles' Fuel Economy Progress on Track, EPA and DOT Announce

The National Program was developed jointly by the EPA and DOT, in coordination with CARB. It applies to passenger cars and light-duty trucks through model year 2025 and requires manufacturers to improve average fuel efficiency and reduce average greenhouse gas emissions over time.

The rule makes electronic registration mandatory (with the availability of a waiver process) beginning Jan. 4, 2020. The next biennial registration period will be Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, 2016.

FDA Rule Requires Registration of Food Facilities

Erwin C. Miller, chief of the Data Systems Integration Branch in FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, says the measure supports FDA's ability to respond quickly to food-related emergencies.

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