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  • QuickTakes 4/16/2012 -
  • QuickTakes 4/02/2012 -
  • QuickTakes 3/22/2012 (Special GHS Issue) -
  • QuickTakes 3/16/2012 -
  • QuickTakes 2/15/2012 -
  • OSHA Interpretations

  • Enforcement of Steel Erection Subpart R.
  • Applicability of HAZWOPER to the clearing and rerailing of train cars after derailment situations.
  • Reiteration of OSHA policy on unguarded sweep augers.
  • Clarification of OSHA's position on FR Clothing for welders.
  • Removal of Contaminated Needles Prior to Disposal.
  • Health & Safety Happenings Health & Safety News
  • OSHA Recognizes Cintas in Charlotte, NC with Highest Safety Designation - Cintas Corporation today announced that its uniform rental facility in Charlotte, NC has received Voluntary Protection Program “Star” status from the North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Administration .
  • OSHA to Create Federal Whistleblower Advisory Committee - On May 17, OSHA announced it would create a federal advisory committee to strengthen its whistleblower protections.
  • OSHA Cites Builder in NYC Collapse That Killed 1 - OSHA cites contractor in NYC building collapse that killed worker; $77K in fines possible
  • OSHA Investigating After Deadly Rig Accident in Howard County - OSHA is stepping in to investigate a deadly rig accident that happened in Howard County. OSHA is now investigating big dog drilling as well as their parent company Acme Energy.
  • OSHA concerned about NJ construction site falls - Federal labor officials want construction companies in New Jersey to ensure that employees working above 6 feet have the proper equipment to protect themselves from falls.
  • SAFETY: Briefings could save lives - I HAVE been attending safety meetings, conferences, seminars and functions organised either by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health or the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health over the years.
  • OSHA Recognizes Cintas in Charlotte, NC with Highest Safety Designation - Cintas Corporation today announced that its uniform rental facility in Charlotte, NC has received Voluntary Protection Program “Star” status from the North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Administration .
  • P’que holds health fair for employees - As part of its healthy lifestyle and occupational health and safety programs, the local government of Parañaque, headed by Mayor Florencio Bernabe Jr. hosted a health fair for its employees on May 17 and 18.
  • Minister Raitt Announces Appointment of Mr. William K. Reid to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety - OTTAWA, ONTARIO-- - The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Minister of Labour, today announced the appointment of Mr. William K. Reid to the Council of Governors for the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health ...
  • Worker Death Leads to $473K Fine for Illinois Manufacturer - A manufacturing plant in Illinois faces a fine of $473,000 after a worker died from chemical burns. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited Raani Corp. for failing to seek emergency medical treatment after a …