Quote of the day
"We're taking time because people are dying and we want to make sure that everyone goes home safe every day."
Ernie Williams of Miller Fall Protection & Safety
California Employers Join In Fall Prevention Awareness Demos
Fall prevention is always a primary concern on construction sites where the objective hazard is greater, but the issue took on new meaning recently. What is behind the increased focus? Get the story here.
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FACOSH Appointments Made
Two new members and four members were reappointed to the Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health (FACOSH). Notably, Homeland Security has a seat.
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New Wearable Technology Helps Prevent Repetitive Injuries
New technology permits analysis of prospective repetitive injuries.
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Final Okay to Two More Cal/OSHA Regulatory Revisions
What do employers of refuse truck operators and crane operators have in common? They have new Cal/OSHA rules to know about. Here are the details on changes just given final state approval.
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Mine Worker Asks Cal/OSHA to Provide Protection from Bullies
Is a Massachusetts bill to require employers to protect workers from abusive environments a good idea for California? One worker thinks so, and is asking Cal/OSHA for similar language.
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