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Construction Contractors Cited by OSHA for Exposing Workers to Fall Hazards

Both Arthur Funk & Sons Inc. and Weaver Construction and Roofing Inc. were assessed willful violation by OSHA.

AIHA Supports Quiet Communities Act of 2015

The association has submitted a letter of support for legislation H.R. 3384.

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Sinclair Broadcast Group Aiding Red Cross Fire Campaign

During the week, Sinclair stations will air fire preparedness stories and provide safety tips to its audience through social media and online. The company has 164 TV stations in 79 U.S. markets.

Injunction Issued to Stop Laser Device Sales

Robert Lytle of Rapid City, S.D., marketed the QLaser devices with labeling claims they could be used for treating conditions such as cancer, HIV/AIDS, and diabetes. "Although two of the devices are cleared for providing temporary relief of pain associated with osteoarthritis of the hand, none of the devices have been cleared by the FDA or otherwise approved to treat any other medical conditions," according to DOJ.

Company Cited After Worker's Hand Injected with Fluid during Machine Maintenance

OSHA has cited Apache Mills Inc. for nine safety violations.

OSHA: Fragrance Manufacturer Exposes Employees to Safety and Health Hazards

Ambrosia Fragrance of Piscataway, N.J., has been fined more than $67,000 by the agency.

OSHA Warns of Flood Cleanup Hazards

Storm and hurricane cleanup work may involve hazards related to restoring electricity, communications, and water and sewer services; and there are potential hazards in demolition activity; debris cleanup; tree trimming; structural, road, and bridge repair; hazardous waste operations; and emergency response activities.

Selecting the Right Lighting for Automotive Paint Booths

Of all the tools professionals in the automotive service industry can take great pride in ownership of, the paint spray booth is perhaps one of the most coveted.



Possibly hazardous conditions include unfamiliarity with tasks or equipment, according to MSHA.

MSHA Launches October Safety Initiative

"MSHA's heightened vigilance during this period will focus additional resources on preventing accidents at both intermittent and full-time mining operations, and we will look hard for the conditions that have led to mining deaths," said Joe Main, assistant secretary of labor for mine safety and health.

Roofing Contractor Cited for Heat-related Illness

Tri-State Roofing and Sheet Metal Co. has been issued one general duty clause citation and one serious citation.

Improperly Equipped Furnace Led to Deadly Explosion at Manufacturing Plant

OSHA issued eight serious citations to TIMET for the incident.

Proximity Detection Rule Hearings Start Today

MSHA issued the rule because it determined miners are exposed to pinning, crushing, and struck-by hazards when working near mobile machines in underground coal mines.

Volume 1 covers events leading up to the explosion and fire, and volume 2 contains critical technical analyses of the blowout preventer

DOJ Files BP's Settlement Agreement

The agreement exceeds $20 billion and contains billions of dollars in claim settlement funds for five states, Attorney General Loretta Lynch announced. "Once approved by the court, this agreement will launch one of the largest environmental restoration efforts the world has ever seen," she said.

HHS Acquiring Burn Treatments, Funding Others' Development

"These products are intended to offer greater options and help create a continuum of care in a mass casualty incident. Together, they have the potential to eliminate resource-intensive steps, shorten hospital stays, and improve patient outcomes," said BARDA Director Robin Robinson, Ph.D.

A truck carrying the container of liquid high enriched uranium fuel is driving into the cargo plane that will repatriate the fuel to Russia. (Photo: S. Tozser/IAEA)

Uzbekistan Now Highly Enriched Uranium-Free

A shipment of irradiated liquid HEU fuel from a research reactor located in Tashkent was shipped to Russia, IAEA announced.

Looking Ahead to NSC 2016

The biggest U.S. safety trade show of the year returns to the West Coast next October, taking place in the shadow of Disneyland at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Kavli Foundation, University Partners Announce Brain Research Plans

New neuroscience institutes at Johns Hopkins University, The Rockefeller University, and the University of California, San Francisco, along with their commitment of more than $100 million in new funds for research on the brain and brain-related disorders, such as traumatic brain injuries, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease.

FDA Warns of Compounding Pharmacy's Products

The agency recommended that Park Compounding Pharmacy cease sterile operations and recall all non-expired sterile drug products; the company agreed to halt sterile operations but not to the recall.

#NSCexpo Product Round-Up: Newcomers, Shiny New Products

Our time at the 2015 National Safety Congress & Expo was spent looking at a range of new products—both familiar and new.

OSHA's Top 10 Safety Violations of 2015 Announced at NSC Expo

Fall protection was the most common violation in 2015, followed by hazard communication.

Product Showcase

  • AirChek Connect Sampling Pump

    Stay connected to your sampling with the SKC AirChek® Connect Sampling Pump! With its Bluetooth connection to PC and mobile devices, you can monitor AirChek Connect pump operation without disrupting workflow. SKC designed AirChek Connect specifically for all OEHS professionals to ensure accurate, reliable flows from 5 to 5000 ml/min and extreme ease of use. AirChek Connect offers easy touch screen operation and flexibility. It is quality built to serve you and the workers you protect. Ask about special pricing and a demo at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More

  • NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter

    SKC NoiseCHEK is the easiest-to-use dosimeter available! Designed specifically for OEHS professionals, SKC NoiseCHEK offers the easiest operation and accurate noise measurements. Everything you need is right in your palm. Pair Bluetooth models to your mobile devices and monitor workers remotely with the SmartWave dB app without interrupting workflow. Careful design features like a locking windscreen, sturdy clip, large front-lit display, bright status LEDs, and more make NoiseCHEK the top choice in noise dosimeters. Demo NoiseCHEK at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More

  • Kestrel 5400 Heat Stress Tracker WBGT Monitoring for Workplace Safety

    Ensure safety with the Kestrel® 5400 Heat Stress Tracker, the go-to choice for safety professionals and endorsed by the Heat Safety & Performance Coalition. This robust, waterless WBGT meter is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments, offering advanced monitoring and data logging essential for OSHA compliance. It features pre-programmed ACGIH guidelines and alert settings to quickly signal critical conditions. Integrated with the cloud-based Ambient Weather Network, the 5400 allows managers to view, track, and log job site conditions remotely, ensuring constant awareness of potential hazards. Its capability for real-time mobile alerts and remote data access promotes proactive safety management and workplace protection, solidifying its role as a crucial tool in industrial hygiene. Read More

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