Agency Sets Rules Limiting Miners’ Exposure to Hazardous Silica Dust
Health
Agency Sets Rules Limiting Miners’ Exposure to Hazardous Silica Dust
2024-04-16 14:40:50
by Dan McCue

WASHINGTON — The Mine Safety and Health Administration issued a new rule on Tuesday aimed at better protecting the nation’s miners from health hazards associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica, also known as silica dust.  Inhaling crystalline silica, a... Read More

Elevator Mechanics Hold Out Against COVID-19 Pandemic
Labor
Elevator Mechanics Hold Out Against COVID-19 Pandemic
2020-11-17 16:40:05
by Reece Nations

Of all the classes of workers who have come to be highlighted as “essential” during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, one group that is often, unfairly overlooked are those who keep the infrastructure of high rise offices and residential buildings functioning... Read More

Tyson Foods Launches Nationwide COVID-19 Monitoring Strategy
Business
Tyson Foods Launches Nationwide COVID-19 Monitoring Strategy
2020-09-02 13:55:58
by Dan McCue

SPRINGDALE, Ark. - As part of its ongoing effort to protect its workers from COVID-19, Tyson Foods is launching a nationwide monitoring program at its facilities while extending its occupational health staff. The new monitoring strategy was designed with the... Read More

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