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FEMA Releases New Tribal Consultation Policy

The policy establishes a process for consultation and collaboration with tribal officials.

30th Annual National VPPPA Conference Opens with Awards and More

VPPPA Board Chairman Mike Maddox and other board members remarked on the association's strong growth since a total of 30 people participated in its inaugural conference in Washington, D.C., in 1984.

NY Fire Department to Gain Mobile Burn Simulator

A new training unit will be purchased with a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant.

OSHA Settles Whistleblower Complaint Against Gaines Motor Lines Inc.

A complaint was filed under the Surface Transportation Assistance Act.

The renewed alliance will offer training and develop materials about anhydrous ammonia hazard mitigation and process safety management compliance. (Escolit photo)

OSHA Renews Alliance with Global Cold Chain Alliance

Based in Alexandria, Va., and with offices on five continents, GCCA represents more than 1,600 employers in the temperature-controlled supply chain.

TOSHA, Partners Hosting Third Annual Safety Fest TN

The event offers a week of free classes and will take place Sept. 8-12 in Oak Ridge, Tenn.

UT Health Center Receives Grant to Address Volunteer Firefighters' Health

The health science center at Houston plans to use the FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant to assess the effectiveness of an Internet-based firefighter health and wellness program.

The data NIOSH researchers developed show that firefighters in turnout gear do not fit well in today

Ohio Comp Bureau Rebating $1 Billion, Launches Safety Campaign

The Bureau of Workers' Compensation will contribute to firefighter safety training and will collaborate with businesses, labor, and higher education to develop required training for high-risk specialties, including carpentry, welding, and plumbing.



OSHA Establishes Alliance to Raise Awareness of Worker Rights

The alliance is with the Consulate General of Honduras and is targeted at the western United States, Idaho, and Alaska.

Hospital Cited for Inadequate Workplace Violence Safeguards

The Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center was cited after an OSHA inspection. The facility's workplace violence program was ineffective, with many employees unaware of its purpose, specifics, or existence," said Kay Gee, OSHA's area director for Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens.

Highlights of the VPPPA Conference's Educational Program

The 30th Annual National VPPPA Conference kicks off Aug. 25 with pre-conference workshops at the Gaylord National Convention Center and offers a stellar educational program through Aug. 28.

NIOSH Releases Report to Help OHS Practitioners

The resource will help them conduct posture assessments in the workplace.

FAA Implements Safety Reporting Program for Office of Airports Employees

The program is called the Airport Voluntary Reporting System. It allows the workers to raise safety concerns without fear of retaliation.

NTSB Offering Training Class on Emergency Communications

The NTSB will devote two days in October to offering guidance to aviation public affairs professionals.

According to PHMSA, the proposed rule will facilitate easier bulk shipments of used automobile lead acid batteries to recycling centers.

PHMSA Proposes 'Reverse Logistics' Definition in Hazmat Regulations

The agency's proposed rule defines training requirements associated with reverse logistics shipments; provides authorized packaging for reverse logistics shipments; sets segregation requirements for reverse logistics shipments; and allows more flexibility for the transportation of used lead acid batteries.

This U.S. Coast Guard photo, showing the fire aboard the two barges on April 24, 2013, is included in the National Transportation Safety Board

Safety Board Finds Probable Cause of 2013 Barge Fire

Failing to isolate tank-cleaning operations from ignition sources was the probable cause, with failure to provide adequate tank-cleaning training to employees a contributing factor.

ASPPH Celebrating First Anniversary

The Association of Schools & Programs of Public Health launched a year ago and will hold its first stand-alone meeting next March in Arlington, Va.

The facilities/maintenance department is a firsthand witness to many of a facility

Don't Forget the Lab

Accountability is the key, so get everyone involved in housekeeping.

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