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>"Hazmat special permits keep commerce moving while ensuring compliance with critical transportation safety requirements," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. "This rule makes the process for reviewing and approving these special permits easier and more efficient."

PHMSA Clarifies Hazmat Special Permits Process

The new procedures will shorten application processing times, the agency promises.

Food Processing Plant Cited for Exposing Worker to Ammonia

Reser’s Fine Foods was cited for 13 serious safety and health violations

Employees of Electroplating Company Exposed to Chemical Hazards

Employees of Plainville Plating Co. Inc. were also exposed to mechanical hazards.

Preliminary Report of Cincinnati LODD Released

Fire Apparatus Operator Daryl Gordon fell down an elevator shaft March 26 while searching for people trapped inside a burning apartment building.

SeminarFest 2016 Gives Professionals Room to Grow

The ASSE conference will take place in Las Vegas on Feb. 5-11, 2016.

Howard Reappointed as NIOSH Director

Mark this down as great news for the entire EH&S community: Dr. John Howard has been reappointed director of the federal government's safety and health research agency.

Two new rules from FDA are intended to make production of both human and animal foods safer.

FDA Finalizes Preventive Controls Rules, Meant to Prevent Foodborne Illnesses

The two rules are “the first step in putting greater emphasis on the prevention of foodborne illness, holding imported food to the same food safety standard as domestically produced food, and developing a nationally integrated food safety system in partnership with state and local authorities,” according to the agency.

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Labor Department Awards $105 Million to Expand Mine Safety and Health Training

Federal funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, administered by MSHA, will support mine safety and health training programs nationwide, expanding education and hazard awareness in a high-risk industry. Read Now
- Mine Safety
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Federal Cannabis Rescheduling Prompts Safety Warnings for Employers

The National Safety Council (NSC) warns that evolving federal cannabis policy must be paired with strong impairment and safety controls to protect workers in safety-sensitive roles. Read Now
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- Safety Culture
Equipping Construction Supervisors to Support Mental Health on the Job Site

Targeted training and clear protocols can help construction supervisors recognize mental health risks, respond with confidence and foster safer, more supportive job sites. Read Now
- Construction Safety
- Total Worker Health
NSC, NCCCO Foundation Launch Free Tool to Help Prevent Workplace Fatalities

New gap analysis tool helps employers identify system-level weaknesses tied to serious injuries and fatalities. Read Now
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- Safety Technology
Washington L&I Reminds Employers to Protect Young Workers During Seasonal Hiring

Agency highlights training, supervision, and legal requirements as youth employment increases statewide. Read Now
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Preventing Arthritis in Manual Labor Workers Through Early Intervention

Manual labor employees face elevated arthritis risk long before symptoms appear, but early ergonomic intervention, task redesign and evidence-based prevention strategies can protect joint health, sustain productivity and reduce long-term costs. Read Now
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AI and Smart Lighting Are Transforming Forklift Safety in Modern Warehouses
As facilities push for higher efficiency and stronger safety compliance, AI-powered cameras, predictive alerts, and advanced forklift lighting systems are redefining visibility, reducing near misses, and creating a proactive, data-driven approach to pedestrian and equipment safety.
Intelligent Safety Systems Are Transforming Industrial Operations
Next-generation detection technology and human-first design are turning safety into a performance advantage, giving operators greater confidence and improving workflow efficiency.
As Employers Push AI Adoption, EHS Faces New Pressure to Use Technology Safely and Responsibly
Companies are rapidly making AI use an expectation for employees, but the shift brings new challenges for EHS professionals who must balance productivity gains with protecting sensitive personal, operational, and proprietary information.

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