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HELP Leaders Create EHR Working Group

"The goal of this working group is to identify the five or six things we can do to help make the failed promise of electronic health records something that physicians and providers look forward to, instead of something they endure," said Chairman Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn.

Hotel Soap and Shampoo Manufacturer Cited for Chemical and Fire Hazards

OSHA found that Marietta Corp. and its staffing agency violated safety standards.

Global Occupational Safety and Health Project Funded for $10.5M

The money will go to a technical cooperation project from the International Labor Organization.



DOL Revising Black Lung Benefits Act

It would require parties — including employers, claimants, attorneys, and other authorized representatives — to disclose all medical information developed in connection with a claim for benefits, even if the party does not intend to submit the information into evidence.

About 10,400 units of the pocket-sized power supply have been recalled because their lithium battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Overheating Causes Charger Recall

The Whistler Group, Inc., of Bentonville, Ark., has recalled about 10,400 units of its Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart & Power Supply 12V power supplies because their lithium battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

World Steel Association Recognizes Second Steel Safety Day

The initiative encourages companies to participate in safety audits.

AIHA States Opposition to Future Logging Careers Act

The proposed legislation would allow 16- and 17-year-old children to be exempt from child labor laws if they worked in logging or mechanized operations under parental supervision.

International Noise Awareness Day was started to encourage the public to take steps to reduce bothersome noise at work, at home, and at play.

20th International Noise Awareness Day Celebrated

The Center for Hearing and Communication began it in 1996 to call attention to the dangers of long-term exposure to noise.

'America's At-Risk Workers' Event Set for May 6

Preceding the symposium will be an announcement of the findings of a NIOSH study, undertaken with ASSE, that provides a more comprehensive understanding of the factors that affect vulnerable Spanish-speaking workers.

Coal Mine Dust Samples Show Final Rule is Highly Achievable

The final rule aims to lower miners’ exposure to respirable coal mine dust.

AIHA Launches Formaldehyde Resource Center

The new center is a hub of information including a listing of certified industrial hygiene consultants.

L&I Ceremony Honoring 89 Workers Today

The Washington state agency's official Workers' Memorial Day ceremony honors the lives of people who died from work-related causes last year.

The microneedle patch will make vaccinations much easier to administer, even in remote areas, according to CDC, which is developing it with the Georgia Institute of Technology.

CDC Calls Microneedle Patch Possible 'Game Changer'

Designed to be administered by minimally trained workers, it would simplify storage, distribution, and disposal compared with conventional vaccines.

FDNY Graduates 116 New EMTs

The new graduates will be assigned to units throughout New York City.

Texas DPS Wins 'Fittest Agency' Crown

DPS also won the large-agency category award in 2014.

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