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11/02/2018

Do you know the facts about yearly lung cancer screening? Do you know many trades workers are considered high risk ?

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08/21/2018

We all have seen headlines which talk about new asbestos uses. Remember OSHA Regulations apply! There are no changes to the PEL, PPE requirements and classes of work. As workers you will have to be diligent in knowing the product you are working with!

Washington — A pair of recent Environmental Protection Agency proposals regarding asbestos are cause for alarm, Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) is cautioning, while the agency contends it is attempting to expand restrictions on the substance.

07/16/2018

Heat exhaustion can make you dizzy and lead to a fall - learn more: https://tinyurl.com/y8tnn8pr

07/12/2018

Unions make a difference in work place safety! Check out the OSHA Fat Cat reports.

Did you know: "About 83% of union firms considered jobsite workers' involvement the most essential aspect of a world class safety program." Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/ycw8paft

07/04/2018

Every year, thousands of workers suffer from symptoms of heat-related illnesses, and some will die from heat stroke. To help workers stay safe while on the job outdoors this summer, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) offers several resources for employers and workers t...

06/18/2018

U.S. Department of LaborOccupational Safety and Health AdministrationOffice of CommunicationsWashington, D.C.www.osha.gov

04/17/2018

NIOSH will be offering free and confidential black lung screenings this week in Pennsylvania. If you live near Clearfield, Penn Run, Indiana, or Punxsutawney, PA check the schedule to find locations near you. Walk-ins are accepted but miners are urged to call 1-888-480-4042 to make an appointment.
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03/28/2018

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Several anti-smoking groups are suing the Food and Drug Administration over a decision by Trump administration officials to delay the review of e-cigarettes, which they say pose a health threat to U.S. children.

03/21/2018

Safety First! Never should a life be lost because someone went to work!

SHIPPINGPORT — Both companies fined by the U.S. Department of Labor after a fatal accident at the Bruce Mansfield Power Plant have contested the

03/21/2018

How not to practice Safety!

SHIPPINGPORT — Both companies fined by the U.S. Department of Labor after a fatal accident at the Bruce Mansfield Power Plant have contested the

03/15/2018

CDC - Blogs - NIOSH Science Blog – Sleep and Work -

03/14/2018

OSHA said it also will begin enforcing on May 11, 2018, the new, lower 8-hour permissible exposure limit and short-term (15-minute) exposure limit for construction and shipyard industries.