Regulatory & Standards


FAA Seeking Public Comments on Proposed Policy Change

The agency seeks comments on a proposed policy change to protect airspace for emergency operations when an aircraft engine fails during departure.

Annatto Spice Recalled for Possible Salmonella

Miravelle has recalled annatto spice following FDA testing.

DOT Announces Recipients of Pedestrian Safety Grants

The agency announced the winners of the pedestrian safety grants as part of its "Everyone is a Pedestrian" campaign.

DOT Advancing Rule to Strengthen Tank Cars

Secretary Anthony Fox said his agency will send a "comprehensive rulemaking package" to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs this week.

OSHA Orders Union Pacific to Reinstate Injured Employee

The agency ordered the railroad company to reinstate the employee after finding the company at fault for illegal retaliation.

FDA Proposes More Oversight on Tobacco Products

The agency proposes extending its authority to other products, including e-cigarettes.

MSHA Final Rule Lowers Coal Dust Exposure Limits

Starting Feb. 1, 2016, mine operators must use continuous personal dust monitors to monitor the exposures of underground coal miners in occupations exposed to the highest respirable dust concentrations and the exposures of miners who have evidence of the development of pneumoconiosis. The rule also expands medical surveillance requirements and extends them to surface coal miners.

First UAS Test Site Working, FAA Reports

The first of six test sites chosen to perform unmanned aircraft systems research, located in North Dakota, is now operational.



OSHA to Co-Host Two Workers' Memorial Day Events

The two events will be held in Springfield, Mo. and Kansas City, Mo.

Kraft Recalls 96,000 Pounds of Oscar Mayer Products

The company has recalled certain weiner products because of a packaging mistake.

Cal/OSHA Cites BART for Safety Violations

The agency cites Bay Area Rapid Transit for a 2013 accident that killed two workers.

FMCSA Starts Rulemaking to Raise Minimum Insurance Requirements

The agency's report to Congress says the current insurance limits don't cover catastrophic costs, mainly because of increased medical costs.

The European Commission is carrying out an in-depth impact assessment this year to examine the issues presented by drones and how best to address them.

European Commission Proposing Standards for Commercial Drones

"They come in all shapes and sizes. In the future, they may even deliver books from your favorite online retailer. But many people, including myself, have concerns about the safety, security, and privacy issues relating to these devices," Siim Kallas, commissioner for mobility and transport, said when the commission announced them earlier this month.

NTSB to Hold General Aviation Safety Seminar

The May 10 seminar will cover preventing aerodynamic stalls and loss of control accidents.

Lumber Company Cited by OSHA for Safety Hazards

L&L Lumber Co. faces $45,000 in proposed fines following an OSHA inspection at an Alabama work site.

FEMA Announces 2014 Hazard Mitigation Grants

The agency announced that $112 million in funding is available through two grant programs.

MSHA Releases Preliminary 2013 Mine Safety Data

The agency reported that 2013 overall injury rates improved to a historic low.

OSHA Offices Form Alliance with Philippine Consulate General

The Dallas and Chicago OSHA offices have formed an alliance with the Philippine consulate general in Chicago.

FDA Approves Expansion Indication for Pacemakers, Defibrillators

The FDA approves an application from Medtronic for revised labeling of certain devices.

WI Company to Pay $350,000 in Damages to Former Employee

OSHA has found Wisconsin Central Limited railway in violation of the Federal Railroad Safety Act for improperly terminating a conductor.

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