June 11, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic: Manufacturing workers focus of new OSHA safety alert

Washington — A new OSHA safety alert lists measures employers in the manufacturing industry should take to protect workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
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EPA requests input on draft risk evaluation for perchloroethylene

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking public comment on a draft risk evaluation that states the chemical substance perchloroethylene poses an unreasonable risk to workers under certain conditions, according to a notice published in the May 4 Federal Register. Read more

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COVID-19 pandemic: MIOSHA issues guidelines for manufacturing industry

Lansing, MI — Michigan OSHA's Consultation Education and Training Division has published guidance intended to prevent and control manufacturing worker exposure to COVID-19. Read more
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COVID-19 pandemic: Worker advocacy groups create guidance for apparel and textile workers

Washington — The Worker Rights Consortium and the Maquiladora Health and Safety Support Network have issued a set of guidelines intended to protect apparel and textile workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
Meat factory

COVID-19 pandemic: Minnesota issues guidance for meatpacking industry

Minneapolis — Recently released guidance from the state of Minnesota details steps employers in the meatpacking industry should take to reduce worker exposure to COVID-19. Read more
 

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