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ISEA Seeks Panelists to Revise High-Vis Apparel Standard

The standard is currently under revision and is expected to be published as a revised document by the end of 2015.

New NIOSH Booklet Aids Retailers on Ergonomics

Ergonomic Solutions for Retailers highlights how workers in grocery stores can reduce strains and sprains when moving materials from the delivery truck to the sales floor.

SCA Survivor Fashion Show Set for Mall of America

The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation is looking for female SCA survivors to participate in the "Hearts for Fashion Show" being hosted by the American Heart Association and Boston Scientific on Feb. 7. The survivor component will be from 10-11 a.m.

FAA Publishing Rule to Require Safety Management Systems

"Our commercial aviation industry is a world leader and model for risk mitigation, and I'm proud that so many airlines have embraced the SMS culture voluntarily. Now the FAA and the air carrier industry are taking the next step," FAA Administrator Michael P. Huerta said. "The FAA's workforce also is transitioning to a proactive, risk-based culture so we can effectively target our resources."

MSHA Says Coal Mining Deaths at Historic Low

The agency's preliminary fatality data for 2014 show 40 miners were killed in work-related accidents.

FAA Proposes $317,500 Civil Penalty Against United Air Lines

The penalty comes following an inspection that found an aircraft that was not in compliance.

Ice and snow buildup in parking lots and on walkways can be hazardous to employees, delivery people, and guests.

MIOSHA, Workers' Compensation Agency Join Forces for Winter Safety Campaign

"Every employer should have an effective safety and health management system in place to protect its most valuable asset: its employees," said MIOSHA Director Martha Yoder.

OnStar to Offer Driver Performance Feedback This Year: GM

"We are looking beyond traditional expectations of car makers and insurance providers, toward helping people be smarter drivers," said Dave Pratt, general manager of usage-based insurance at Progressive Insurance, which is involved in the new program.



Indonesia Suspends Aviation Officials, Requires New Briefings after AirAsia Crash

Pilots have disputed that the new regulations are necessary, however.

OSHA Cites Domestic Casting Again

Already added to OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program, the company faces more than two dozen new violations.

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