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Citing Drug 'Epidemic,' Maine's Governor Wants More Judges, Agents

In his Feb. 4 "State of the State" speech, Maine Gov. Paul R. LePage said 927 drug-addicted babies were born in Maine last year -- representing more than 7 percent of all births.

A dozen states have safe patient handling laws on their books, and AIHA government affairs Director Aaron Trippler predicts this topic will be high on the lists of states

Patient Handling, Mold Abatement, Hazmat Top States' 2014 Legislative Agendas: AIHA

These are the three of the top issues likely to be on states’ legislative and regulatory agendas this year, according to AIHA government affairs Director Aaron Trippler's forecast.

Wire Company Allegedly Violates Workplace Safety Standards

OSHA has cited Radcliff Wire Inc. for allegedly violating safety standards; the fines total more than $100,000.



DOT to Enable Light Vehicles with V2V Technology

The agency announced that it will allow light vehicles to be equipped with vehicle-to-vehicle communication technology.

Shell's Olympus Platform in Production, USCG Sets Safety Zone

The energy company announced Feb. 4 that it has begun production from the giant platform; the company's largest floating deep-water platform in the Gulf of Mexico is located about 130 miles south of New Orleans.

Several environmental groups oppose Detroit Edison

EPA Planning Update of Radiation Protection Standards

The agency's standards for nuclear power operations date to 1977 and are the earliest radiation rules it has developed.

MSHA Holds Mining Symposium

MSHA’s Joseph Main discusses low injury rates, low fatality rates and more.

Coast Guard Taking Comments on Houston LHG Facility Expansions

Two companies with existing terminals located on the Houston Ship Channel have filed letters of intent and Waterways Suitability Assessments for their planned Liquefied Hazardous Gas facility expansions.

Accident Kills Diver at Costa Concordia Site

Press reports indicate the Spanish diver, age 41, gashed his leg on a piece of metal while working underwater to prepare the ship to be moved.

Americans who travel to Sochi for these games should be vaccinated and plan ahead for a safe trip, according to CDC.

CDC Offers Travel Tips for Sochi Olympics Visitors

A CNN report indicates the high cost of travel, hotels, and food is limiting the number of Americans who travel to Sochi for these games. Those who go should be vaccinated and plan ahead for a safe trip, according to CDC.

TX Dept. of Health Issues Fish Consumption Advisory

The state's Department of Health has warned Texans against eating six species of fish caught in the Neches River Basin.

Three Killed in WV Cell Towers' Collapse

Four workers who were replacing some diagonal supports for a tower were trapped when it collapsed, and a firefighter responding to the scene died when he was struck by part of a second tower as it collapsed, The Clarksburg Exponent Telegram reported.

Brooklyn Company Cited in Worker's Heat-Related Death

OSHA has cited Cooper Tank and Welding Corp for several alleged violations in connection with the death.

ASSE Backs Silica Rule, For the Most Part

President Kathy Seabrook's comments submitted Jan. 31 endorse the proposed 50 µg/m3 PEL and the 25 µg/m3 action level but say implementation on small, short-term construction sites will be a challenge.

A gas detector that is properly calibrated and maintained provides an accurate reading and results in reduced downtime. (RAE Systems photo)

Gas Detection's Critical Link to Safety: Maintenance And Training

A detector that is properly calibrated and maintained provides an accurate reading and results in smoother operation and reduced downtime.

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