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DOL to Develop Reform Plan

Upon confirmation as secretary of Labor, Alexander Acosta will be expected to implement a "comprehensive agency reform plan" as specified by a March 13 executive order.

HHS Backs Another Zika Test

The automated laboratory diagnostic test being developed by Siemens Healthineers would produce an initial result in 58 minutes. The $8.9 million contract supports the development of the diagnostic test, manufacturing preparations, and clinical studies that could support its application for clearance from FDA.

FMCSA Sets Listening Session on Highly Automated Commercial Vehicles

The April 24 session will be available via a webcast. FMCSA wants to get information on the design, development, testing, and deployment of these vehicles, which "hold enormous potential benefits for safety, mobility, and sustainability," according to the agency.



Lawyers Propose Split of Deepwater Horizon Case Fees

Two law firms in New Orleans and Lafayette, La., that led the plaintiffs' case are slated to receive $87.7 million each if the proposed allocation is approved.

DOL and North American Quarry Reach Settlement in Fatal Incident

The agency says inadequate training and unsafe working conditions led to a fatality

OSHA Finds Employer in Fatal Trench Collapse Did Not Provide Safety Training

Atlantic Drain Service Co. Inc. has been cited for 18 violations.

FDA Allows Marketing of First Whole Slide Imaging System

The system will allow for digital pathology.

National Robotics Week 2017 Under Way

Mapping, ocean and space exploration, home companionship – the 10 robots featured as National Robotics Week 2017 All-Stars can do a lot.

National take-back days have allowed participating agencies to take more than 4.1 million pounds of unwanted or expired prescription medications out of circulation since DEA

Michigan Launches Updated Rx Drug Monitoring Program

Announced April 11, the new Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPS) uses Appriss Health's PMP AWARxE and replaces an older MAPS platform.

FAA Begins EIS for New Runway at Charlotte Douglas Airport

CLT is the fifth busiest airport in the country.

European Commission Taking Public Comments on EU-OSHA's Performance

Its public consultation through July 5 asks about the job being done by three other EU agencies, as well.

More than $9 Million Available for Tribal Transportation Improvements

U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao made the announcement.

Third NRC/DOE Workshop Set on Advanced Reactor Designs

The agency defines advanced reactors as technologies using something other than water to cool the reactor core. NRC is currently discussing one advanced design with a vendor considering applying for design certification.

Midcourse Review Sets Stage for NIOSH Motor Vehicle Research

Examining how prescription and OTC drugs contribute to work-related crashes and also developing a system to categorize medications’ risk levels were recommended in comments from stakeholders and the public as the agency’s Center for Motor Vehicle Safety plans its next actions.

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