Top Stories


FAA Completes Nationwide Infrastructure Upgrade

The agency has finished its nationwide equipment installation for the NextGen Aircraft Tracking System.

New Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Approved

The FDA has approved Tanzeum subcutaneous injection for those living with type 2 diabetes. FDA is requiring post-marketing studies for Tanzeum, including a clinical trial to evaluate dosing, efficacy, and safety in pediatric patients.

The study published in JAMA in April 2014 suggests a more conservative transfusion strategy can reduce hospital-acquired infection rates.

Conservative Transfusion Strategy May Cut Hospital Infection Rates

JAMA has published a paper by a team led by Drs. Mary Rogers and Jeffrey Rohde of the University of Michigan. They examined the association between two types of transfusion strategies and health care-associated infections.



CA Workers' Comp Agency Issues Proposed Opioids Guideline

The Division of Workers' Compensation is accepting public comments until April 21.

MSHA Releases Preliminary 2013 Mine Safety Data

The agency reported that 2013 overall injury rates improved to a historic low.

Eleven congressional Democrats, including the HELP Committee

HELP Chair, Colleagues Want Faster FDA Action on E-Cigarettes

Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, and 10 Democratic colleagues in Congress released a report highlighting how e-cigarette companies are marketing and flavoring their products to appeal to young people.

Costa Concordia Refloating Still Expected in June

Residents of Giglio Island received another briefing April 14 about the salvage project's next phase.

OSHA Offices Form Alliance with Philippine Consulate General

The Dallas and Chicago OSHA offices have formed an alliance with the Philippine consulate general in Chicago.

Bangladesh, IMO Sign Agreement on Shipbreaking

They agreed to cooperate on a project meant to improve safety and environmental standards in the industry. It will be executed by the Marine Environment Division of IMO, in partnership with the Ministry of Industries of Bangladesh, during the next 18 months.

The explosion in West, Texas, prompted President Obama

CSB Sharing Explosion Findings at 4/22 West Meeting

The public meeting comes just more than a year after the explosion destroyed a fertilizer storage plant, killing 14 people and injuring more than 250.

HSE Nuclear Regulation Unit Becoming Independent

The Office for Nuclear Regulation has been established as a Public Corporation under the Energy Act 2013.

WHO Issues First Guidance for Treating HCV

It coincides with recent medical breakthroughs that have made more effective, safer oral hepatitis medicines available.

FDA Approves Expansion Indication for Pacemakers, Defibrillators

The FDA approves an application from Medtronic for revised labeling of certain devices.

WI Company to Pay $350,000 in Damages to Former Employee

OSHA has found Wisconsin Central Limited railway in violation of the Federal Railroad Safety Act for improperly terminating a conductor.

The appeals court

OSHA Wins SeaWorld Case

The 2-1 decision by a panel of three judges of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit rejects SeaWorld of Florida LLC’s challenge of a general duty clause violation following the death of killer whale trainer Dawn Brancheau in February 2010.

Product Showcase

  • NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter

    SKC NoiseCHEK is the easiest-to-use dosimeter available! Designed specifically for OEHS professionals, SKC NoiseCHEK offers the easiest operation and accurate noise measurements. Everything you need is right in your palm. Pair Bluetooth models to your mobile devices and monitor workers remotely with the SmartWave dB app without interrupting workflow. Careful design features like a locking windscreen, sturdy clip, large front-lit display, bright status LEDs, and more make NoiseCHEK the top choice in noise dosimeters. Demo NoiseCHEK at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More

  • Matrix's OmniPro Vision AI Collision Avoidance System

    OmniPro Vision AI is a state-of-the-art collision avoidance system that features NIOSH award-winning Visual Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. This highly accurate, powerful system identifies and alerts on pedestrians, vehicles and specified objects, ensuring safer facilities, mining operations and industrial sites. With its web-based cloud application, OmniPro Vision AI also logs and analyzes a wide range of data related to zone breach notifications. Operating without needing personal wearable devices or tags, OmniPro has visual and audible zone breach alerts for both operators and pedestrians. Read More

  • Glove Guard® Clip

    Safety should never be compromised, especially when it comes to proper glove usage. The Glove Guard® clip enhances safety by encouraging employees to keep their gloves with them at all times. This reduces the risk of accidents and injuries on the job. By ensuring everyone has their gloves readily available, we help promote a culture of safety and efficiency. The Glove Guard® clip is designed to withstand the toughest work environments. Constructed from robust materials made in the USA, it can endure extreme conditions, including harsh weather, and rigorous activities. Read More

Featured

Artificial Intelligence

Webinars