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Volkswagen’s Emissions Directly Responsible for 60 Early Deaths in U.S.

Volkswagen's Emissions Directly Responsible for 60 Early Deaths in U.S.

A study published in Environmental Research Letters says the excess pollution directly contributed to the deaths of 60 people in the U.S.

A+A Features Rescues High and Low

Lots of companies are sending employees aloft, or underwater, to show off rescue equipment at this year's A+A trade fair.

Jubilee Party Starts a New A+A Tradition

On the occasion of the 30th A+A trade fair, 60 years after the first A+A took place in 1954, the organizer held a party Oct. 28 to recognize the show's history and accomplishments.

'A+A Live' Demonstrations Draw Big Crowds

The Hall 7a stage features everything from fire protection and PPE demonstrations to ASSE sessions on "solving the mystery" of U.S. safety and health standards.

A+A Fashion Show Companies Strut Their Stuff

Attendees get eyeful of the latest workwear and products, even rolling ladders, from 11 companies at this year's daily fashion shows.

ANA Urges Nurses to Get Flu Vaccination

The ANA has asked nurses to get the flu vaccine as well as advise their patients to do the same.

A+A 2015 Off to a Rousing Start

"This is where the world gets together in terms of occupational safety and health," Germany's Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs Andrea Nahlers said during her opening keynote.

AIHA and NIOSH Announce “Safety Matters” Program for Young Workers

AIHA and NIOSH Announce "Safety Matters" Program for Young Workers

The program, introduced during AIHA’s conference in Orlando, is intended to teach young workers about safety and health.



AIHA Announces New Online Mold Resource Center

AIHA now provides an online Mold Resource Center as a reference guide.

Congress Leaders Focused on the Future of Work

BMW recently decided to treat mobile work the same as office work, German Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs Andrea Nahles said.

U.S. Exhibitors Have High Hopes

A+A 2015, the 30th safety trade fair in the series, kicked off Oct. 27 in the sprawling fairgrounds of Düsseldorf, Germany, with more than 1,800 exhibitors eagerly awaiting the crowds.

European Officials Worried About Emissions Cheaters More Than Two Years Ago

The Financial Times has obtained documents revealing Europe’s top environmental regulator raised concerns years ago.

If the volume manufactured or imported is at or above 10 tonnes per year, the employer also must use the collected information to assess the risks for workers

European Organizations Alerting Companies About Final REACH Deadline

It is May 31, 2018, and companies manufacturing or importing existing substances in volumes between 1 and 100 tonnes per year are affected. (A tonne equals 1,000 kilograms, or about 2,204 pounds.)

A+A 2015, International Trade Fair with Congress for Safety, Security and Health at Work, takes place Oct. 27-30 in Dusseldorf, Germany. (Messe Dusseldorf North America photo)

Ergonomics Takes the Stage at A+A 2015

One Congress event will be focused on the construction industry: "Age-Appropriate Workplace Design in the Construction Industry." And ergonomic workplace design will be highlighted in Hall 10 at the trade fair with the heading "Health at Work."

Amtrak Secures Natural Disaster Insurance for Northeast Corridor

The passenger rail company obtained $275 million of protection to insures against damage to its infrastructure in the Northeast Corridor from a natural disaster's storm surge, wind, or earthquake.

NTSB hosted a symposium last December and may use information gathered from it to develop safety recommendations for reducing tire disablement-related crashes.

NTSB Meeting This Week on Passenger Tire Special Investigation Report

This follows the agency's December 2014 symposium about the causes of tire disablement, the role of recalls and consumer awareness, and advances in tire technology.

Keeping Workers Safe During Severe Flooding

As Hurricane Patricia makes landfall, it's important to consider worker safety in dangerous conditions.

UN's 70th Anniversary Celebrations Under Way

The UN headquarters in New York City is being lit up for two nights Oct. 23-24, the latter day being UN Day, which marks the anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter.

OSHA Partnership to Protect Workers on Oregon Clean Energy Center Project

A partnership between Black & Veatch Construction Inc. and OSHA will protect workers for the Oregon Clean Energy Center in Oregon, Ohio.

Lumber Mill Exposes Workers to Falls and Electrocution Hazards: OSHA

OSHA has proposed $60K in fines for the Georgia-based company.

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