March 9, 2023

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Survey explores the state of safety at manufacturing and warehousing facilities

Iselin, NJ — A recent survey of manufacturing and warehouse employees shows that 75% receive less than 30 minutes of safety training a week, while 20% receive no weekly training. Read more
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OSHA emphasis program targets the auto parts supplier industry

Atlanta — Hazards in the auto parts supplier industry "continue to be the source of serious injuries, including amputations, and deaths to employees," OSHA says. Read more
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New safety video shows dangers of having passengers on forklifts

Vancouver, British Columbia — A new forklift safety video illustrates why the equipment's operator should be the only rider. Read more
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EPA aims to reinstall worker protections from pesticides

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is requesting public comment on a proposed rule that would retain various pesticide application exclusion zone requirements amended but not implemented as part of a previous agency final rule currently under a court-ordered stay. Read more
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New fact sheet, other materials aimed at preventing struck-by injuries

Vancouver, British Columbia — Protecting workers from struck-by injuries related to heavy equipment or vehicles is the goal of new employed-aimed resources from the Workers' Compensation Board of British Columbia. Read more
 

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