New research suggests that workers who need skin exams the most by the nature of their occupations -- such as construction, forestry, fishing, and farming workers -- are the least likely to get them.
EPA Region 7 is removing the last of several aging containers of pesticides from a Monroe County, Mo., agricultural chemical business, finishing a Superfund cleanup operation that owners of the business had been ordered to complete four years ago.
On April 9, 2008, FDA first reported that samples of dietary supplement products "Total Body Formula" in Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar flavors and "Total Body Mega Formula" in the Orange/Tangerine flavor contained hazardous amounts of selenium. After further analysis of the products, FDA has also found high levels of chromium.
Before leaving home for a day of outdoor activity, take appropriate precautions to ensure your and your family's skin is well-protected, the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center advises. Dr. Susan Chon, assistant professor of dermatology, says most skin cancers are caused by the sun.
EPA has proposed a significant reduction in the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) for lead emissions from the 1.5 micrograms per cubic meter of air to a range of 0.10 to 0.30 micrograms per cubic meter.
It would speed completion of important guidance information -- which is prepared, after all, because it is less time consuming than rulemaking, the report points out.
Earthquakes remain a serious threat in 46 of the United States, report scientists for the U.S. Geological Survey.
Hearing U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board member William Wark’s Feb. 28 speech at the ISNetworld users group conference in Dallas confirmed my fear that we aren’t prepared for serious chemical leaks. By “we” I mean the public, but Wark also meant the employees who are shipping these materials and processing them.
The National Petrochemical & Refiners Association on April 29 submitted testimony to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works expressing concerns about what it describes as possible premature, unnecessary revisions to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board announced that it will convene a public meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 2008, in Danvers, Mass., to review the final CSB investigation report on the causes of the November 2006 explosion at the CAI/Arnel ink and paint manufacturing plant.
The Environmental Protection Agency announced today it will host the 2008 National Corrective Action Conference June 3-4 in New Orleans. The event brings together hazardous waste regulators and managers, as well as other stakeholders involved with cleanups to provide a forum for open and frank discussion on corrective action issues and for exchange of information and experiences in streamlining the corrective action process.
The equipment was sold at major home centers and hardware stores nationwide from April 2007 through January 2008 for about $500.
Due to the false and misleading labels, consumers are advised not to use the recalled products, and to store them in a safe, cool, and dry place such as a garage or utility shed, the agency says.
Infectious disease, poor sanitary conditions, and substandard health care are among the serious medical concerns found in China, according to a new white paper.
Fisher Controls International sold the equipment to LP-gas dealers nationwide from June 2006 through January 2008.
Events around the world today bring attention to the safety and health of working people.
But more acreage is being planted this year because of growing worldwide food demand, and that means pesticide use will rise.
Here's one: Don't use kites containing metal or wire parts, which will serve as conductors if they come in contact with electrical equipment.
ASSE's Florida Suncoast Chapter reminds that Monday, April 28, is Workers Memorial Day. Created in 1989, the day was designated to direct attention to workers who have been killed or injured on the job.