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The benefits of chemical substitution go beyond safety, and a strong business case can be made that its benefits include productivity improvement, as demonstrated in a 2008 AIHA study.

Taking the Lead on Chemical Substitution

It still takes individuals properly trained and positioned within an organization to make it all work. OH&S professionals are primed to take the lead.

Chapter 33 will require increased inspections of sidewalk sheds, according to the NYC Buildings Department.

NYC Buildings Department Getting Industry Ready for Chapter 33

Part of the city's 2014 construction codes, this chapter incorporates an occupant protection plan for office buildings that is similar to the existing tenant protection plan requirements for dwelling units.

Mechanics Repeatedly Exposed to Chemical Hazards at Illinois Garage

OSHA cites Transport Tech LLC for five repeat safety violations.

Ice and snow buildup in parking lots and on walkways can be hazardous to employees, delivery people, and guests.

Winter Hazards in Manufacturing

Providing properly installed heat sources that can keep up with low temperatures is essential. Otherwise, employees may resort to using personal space heaters, which can be unsafe.

There are many records and written programs that OSHA does not specifically require to be in writing, but you should have them anyway.

Transitioning From Old Traditions to a BBS Process

When so much emphasis is placed on a lagging indicator number, we begin to manage the number rather than what's driving it.

New Underwater Search for MH370 Starting Oct. 1

The search vessel GO Phoenix is expected to reach the search area then and then search for about 20 days before leaving to be resupplied.

$450 Million in Training Grants Going to Nearly 270 Community Colleges

Vice President Joe Biden, Labor Secretary Thomas E. Perez, and Education Secretary Arne Duncan announced the winners.

MSHA Issues POV Notice to Underground Silver Mine in Colorado

Two mines in Texas and Alabama received postponement notices, as well.



Oct. 2 Supercast: Fire Safety, Confined Spaces, Fall Protection

You can still register for one, two, or all three free webinars.

Events Company Wins IOSH's Excellence Award

Concerto Live Scotland is the 2014 award winner announced at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre on Sept. 25.

UK Midwives' Union Members Vote to Strike Over Pay Dispute

More than 80 percent of the 10,536 ballots cast were in favor of a strike, and more than 90 percent supported industrial action short of a strike, the Royal College of Midwives announced Sept. 29.

Mack Trucks Sponsoring Share the Road Program

The American Trucking Associations program is a traveling highway safety educational offering.

Texas DPS Helping Practitioners with Hydrocodone Change

The agency has increased staffing and resources to respond to medical practitioners serving Texas patients who require prescriptions for hydrocodone combination products, which are being moved Oct. 6 from classification as a Schedule III drug to more-restrictive Schedule II class.

#FPW2014 Plans Heating Up, NFPA Reports

This year there is a sweepstakes for families who commit to test their smoke alarms monthly. A randomly selected winner will receive a trip for up to four people to either LEGOLAND® Florida Resort or LEGOLAND® California Resort.

OSHA Schedules FACOSH Meeting

The meeting is scheduled for Nov. 6 in Washington, D.C.

OSHA Cites Wireless Horizon Following Cell Towers' Collapse

The collapse killed two workers last March.

MSHA Awards $1 Million in Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants

The money will go to seven organizations that provide education and training for the industry.

Volunteer Firefighters to get New Turnout Gear

A rural NJ fire company is getting new equipment.

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CDC Awards $212 Million in Chronic Disease Prevention Grants

All 50 states and some large cities are benefiting from these grants, announced Sept. 25.

OSHA Extends Crane Operator Certification Deadline by Three Years

Nov. 10, 2017, is now the deadline, as specified in a new final rule taking effect Nov. 9, 2014.

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