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FDA Issues Warning About Muscle-Growth Supplement

The product named Mass Destruction contains at least one synthetic anabolic steroid and has been linked to one case of a user’s liver failure.

Whistleblower Investigation Finds Illinois Central Railroad Co. in Violation of Federal Law

OSHA finds the company in violation of the Federal Railroad Safety Act.

The recommendation is based on a systematic review of all available studies that was conducted by scientists and subject matter experts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Rudolph, Full Power!

Old Saint Nick is trying to travel safely this Christmas, as are we all.



BSEE Soliciting Oil Spill Response Research Papers

BSEE Oil Spill Response Division Chief David Moore said the agency hopes "to spur further innovation and to improve upon the techniques and technology available to respond to potential oil spills."

OSHA Cites Metal Company for Safety Violations after Worker Blinded

Pinnacle Metal Products faces over $90,000 in proposed penalties.

Senate HELP Committee Approves New Wage and Hour Chief

Dr. David Weil, professor of Markets, Public Policy, and Law and the Everett W. Lord Distinguished Faculty Scholar at Boston University School of Management, was nominated to the post by the president in September 2013.

The newly adopted rules include provisions for reporting fires and spills, signage, and safety equipment.

North Dakota Commission OKs Rule Changes Governing Oil Industry

The rule changes also establish a process for obtaining tax incentives to encourage operators to reducing flaring.

UK Company Responsible for Employees Developing Vibration-Related Disease

Onesubsea UK Limited cited by HSE for putting workers at risk for hand arm vibration syndrome.

USPS Cited for Death of Mail Carrier During Heat Wave

OSHA cites USPS for the death of a Medford, MA mail carrier in July.

3M Unveils Fall Protection Equipment Test Facility

It was designed to test harnesses, connecting and anchorage devices, lifeline systems, confined space equipment, and escape and rescue products according to global regulatory standards.

Confiscated Clothing Finds a Good Home

The California Labor Commissioner's office donated clothing worth more than $33,000 this week to the Shelter Partnership, Inc. The goods were seized from garment manufacturers operating illegally in Los Angeles and surrounding counties.

OSHA Cites Ole Mexican Foods for Exposing Workers to Amputation Hazards

The company faces over $150,000 in proposed fines.

The federal Phase 1 standards required more efficient engines, use of low-rolling-resistance tires, reduced idling, and aerodynamic improvements. (This photo is a spirit of america / Shutterstock.com photograph.)

Trucking Groups Ask for Sleeper Berth Pilot Project

The American Trucking Associations and the Minnesota Trucking Association submitted a joint petition to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to conduct it.

Former BP Engineer Convicted in Deepwater Horizon Case

The Department of Justice announced that a federal court jury convicted Kurt Mix, a former engineer for BP plc, on one count of obstruction of justice for intentionally destroying evidence requested by federal authorities investigating the accident.

FDA and EMA Collaborate for Generic Drug Inspection Initiative

The two organizations launch a generic drug inspection initiative to support drug approvals.

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