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Houston's Fire Chief Resigns

Terry Garrison announced he'll return to Phoenix to attend to an ailing grandson.

CSB Ties Failure to Inspect to NDK Blast

NDK Crystal, Inc. for years did not conduct inspections of the pressure vessels used to generate large crystals, under very high pressure and temperatures, at its Belvidere, Ill., plant, according to the investigative agency.

U.S. highway fatalities increased in 2012 for the first time since 2005, NHTSA confirmed Nov. 14, 2013.

U.S. Highway Deaths Increased in 2012

This was the first annual increase since 2005 and was driven largely by motorcyclist and pedestrian fatalities, NHTSA reported Nov. 14.



WHO Targets 2030 for Better Malaria Vaccines

The updated Malaria Vaccine Technology Roadmap says the world should have vaccines capable of reducing cases by 75 percent by that date.

In April 2010, Eyjafjallajökull in Iceland spews huge clouds of ash that were blown across Europe, disrupting air travel.

Aircraft Volcanic Ash Sensor Successfully Tested

EasyJet, Airbus, and Nicarnica Aviation created what they called the world's first significant artificial ash cloud in order to test the AVOID sensor's ability to detect and estimate concentrations of volcanic ash in the atmosphere.

Illinois DOT Promotes Winter Safety

The campaign is a joint effort among organizations throughout the state.

National Sleep Apnea Campaign Begins in Texas

Royal Philips has launched the "Save the Pillows" campaign to raise awareness of sleep apnea and of overall wellness.

Routine Safety Sweep at Camp Pendleton Leaves Four Dead

Four marines who were clearing unexploded ordnance in California found dead.

DOL Reaches Agreement with Verizon Regarding Training of Field Technicians

The settlement agreement resolves litigation and will ensure that there are increased safeguards and training for field technicians.

NFL Players Union Offers Free Wellness Program

The Brain and Body Health component of The Trust allows former players who had concussions during their careers to have a brain MRI done at the UNC Brain and Body Health Program, Tulane University and Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine, or the Cleveland Clinic's facilities in Cleveland, Ohio; Las Vegas; and Weston, Fla.

Senate Bill Filed to Extend FAA's Fatigue Rule

If enacted into law, the Safe Skies Act would ensure that the FAA's pilot fatigue rule applies to pilots of cargo planes, just as it soon will to pilots of passenger aircraft.

IIHS Recommends Booster Seats Until Age 12

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety suggests children may need to be placed in a car booster seat until age 12.

New Guidelines Published for Potato Industry

The new guide will provide various resources for those in the industry, including best practices for production and harvest operations, processing and distribution.

Facility Safety Concerns Arise After Cougar Attack

After a cougar killed an employee at a Portland animal sanctuary, concerns have been raised over the safety measures taken at the facility.

The audit will examine FHWA

Audit of FHWA Bridge Safety Oversight Under Way

The DOT inspector general's office announced it Nov. 5 in response to a request from the top Democrat on the U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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