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Washington — Stating that “extensive research has confirmed no direct link between processing speeds and workplace injuries” at pork- and poultry-processing plants, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says it will “formalize” faster line speeds initially allowed at certain facilities as part of a trial period.
Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has scheduled several meetings to “provide information and answer questions” ahead of the fast-approaching compliance date for its final rule on miner exposure to respirable crystalline silica.
Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has extended to April 2 the deadline to comment on a draft scope document for the agency’s risk evaluation of vinyl chloride, a known human carcinogen.
Washington — Adrienne Camire is no longer acting and deputy administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, after spending about two weeks on the job.
Washington — Worker education and training can help prevent injuries resulting from inhalation of hazardous chemicals and other irritants, NIOSH researchers say.
Washington — The chair of the House Education and Workforce Committee is calling on the Department of Labor to withdraw OSHA’s proposed rule aimed at protecting workers from heat-related illnesses.
Arlington, VA — Loose rocks and overhangs are a couple of the hazards miners should be looking for on highwalls before beginning work, the Mine Safety and Health Administration advises in a recent fatality alert.
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