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Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee has scheduled virtual meetings for June 6-7.

Washington — OSHA has made available more than $12.7 million as part of its Susan Harwood Training Grant Program.

Washington — Forklift safety and operator training will be in the spotlight June 13 as part of the 10th annual National Forklift Safety Day.

Washington — An OSHA standard aimed at protecting workers from extreme heat exposure could prevent at least 50,000 injuries and illnesses annually, a watchdog group contends.

Washington — Occupied buildings should undergo at least five clean air changes an hour, according to updated ventilation guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Arlington, VA — In response to more than 500 incidents on longwalls in underground coal mines over the past decade, the Mine Safety and Health Administration has issued a safety alert.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking to “improve the efficiency” of its chemical review process.

Washington — Self-inspection checklists for ergonomics, young workers, workplace violence and infection control have been added to the OSHA/NIOSH Small Business Safety and Health Handbook.

Washington — OSHA is seeking participants for employee focus groups as it tries to learn more about workplace safety programs, along with related communications and values.

Washington — OSHA is asking for input on leading indicators – how they’re being used and their impact on safety and health management systems.