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U.S. Aqua Vac Cited in Diver's Death, Penalized $223,454

The company was cited for similar failures in 2009 that caused another death, according to OSHA.

National Vaccine Advisory Committee Meeting Next Month

Its meeting will include a report from the Vaccine Confidence Working Group with recommendations for measuring and evaluating how confidence in vaccines affects the optimal use of recommended childhood vaccines in the United States.

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ANSI Members Mark Building Safety Month

The American Wood Council released a guide on deck safety to encourage compliance with the latest building codes.



Project to Develop Hazard Assessment of Lithium Ion Batteries in Energy Storage Systems

The foundation seeks a project contractor to develop a hazard assessment of the usage of lithium ion batteries in these systems, with the project being part of a larger initiative to develop safe installation practices, fire protection guidance, and appropriate emergency response tactics.

NIOSH Study Confirms Firefighters' Higher Cancer Risk

"California has the largest statewide cancer registry in the country," NIOSH Director Dr. John Howard, M.D., said. "This focused study generates novel findings for firefighters of various race and ethnicities and strengthens the body of evidence to support the association between firefighting and several specific cancers."

Pennnsylvania Manufacturer in OSHA's Crosshairs Again

"William Lloyd and Lloyd Industries are serial violators of OSHA safety standards, and their workers have paid the price," Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Dr. David Michaels said May 11. "For 15 years, they have repeatedly put their employees at risk of serious injuries. This must stop now."

The public has 45 additional days to file comments about the BSEE proposed rule affecting offshore oil and gas operations.

BSEE Chief Says Most-Serious Offshore Incidents Declining

He spoke at last week's Offshore Technology Conference in Houston, where BSEE launched SafeOCS, an Outer Continental Shelf near-miss reporting system.

This photo taken in Delhi, Iowa, on July 27, 2010, by FEMA

FEMA Encouraging Dam Safety Awareness on May 31

Since 1998, the number of high hazard-potential dams has increased from 9,281 to more than 14,700, according to the 2013 update of the National Inventory of Dams.

FRA Loans to Spur Upgrades at Biggest Commuter Railroads

"PTC is the backbone of the next generation of rail safety, and we are committed to its full deployment and implementation," said Acting Federal Railroad Administrator Sarah Feinberg. "There are 166 million rides taken on LIRR and Metro-North annually. Installing PTC will further ensure the safety of employees and passengers alike."

Grant to Help Workers Hurt by Coal Industry Decline

The $7.5 million in funding will help workers prepare for jobs with high-wage employers.

DHC Contracting Knowingly Put Workers at Risk of Trench Collapse Hazards

An OSHA inspection resulted in proposed penalties of $57,900.

NSC Supports Oklahoma Lawmakers for Banning Texting While Driving

The organization now says the state should become the first to enact a total cell phone ban.

The agency reminds Texans to prepare for hurricane season this year.

Get Ready for Hurricane Season, Texas DPS Advises

"Adequate and advance preparation is one of the most significant ways Texans can help mitigate the unpredictable and dangerous nature of hurricanes," said DPS Director Steven McCraw.

DOL Signs Agreement with RI Department of Labor and Training

The agreement is a new effort by the agencies to work together to protect the rights of employees and level the playing field for responsible employers by reducing the practice of misclassification.

Report Finds Latinos in California Least Likely to Have Workplace Retirement Plan

The NCLR says that a California state policy solution could increase Latinos' retirement savings.

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