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Gaithersburg, MD — Using an equation they derived while studying the “motion of a so-called torsional pendulum,” researchers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology have found a “surprising link” between the equation and the work of crane operators on construction sites.
Harrisburg, PA — Pennsylvania will explore the possibility of providing OSHA protections to workers in the public sector, Gov. Tom Wolf (D) has announced.
Bloomington, IN — Stigma toward people with depression may be lessening in the workplace and other settings, results of a recent study by researchers from Indiana University and Pennsylvania State University suggest.
Washington — Proposed legislation that would ease access to health care and other benefits for coal miners who have black lung disease is advancing in the House.
Columbus, OH — The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation has announced $30 million in grants for research and development of personal protective equipment innovations.
Washington — President Joe Biden has announced his intent to nominate Robin Hutcheson as administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which hasn’t had a Senate-confirmed leader since October 2019.
Washington — The U.S. District Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on April 4 heard oral arguments on why it should order OSHA to issue a permanent standard on COVID-19 for the health care industry.
Washington — Maritime workers are more likely to report smoking and binge-drinking, among other habits and conditions, according to a recent study conducted by NIOSH.
Washington — The third annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents – set for April 11-15 – will feature four free webinars, including one in Spanish.