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NYC considers tougher penalties for unsafe contractors

16 construction workers killed so far this year
December 14, 2015
In a response to New York City’s alarming construction fatality rate, the Big Apple’s City Council is considering tough new legislation that would punish contractors who violate safety regulations.
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Top products of the week

Top products of the week

December 13, 2015
Explosion-proof lighting, innovative fall protection and a headset that improves communication were among the top products featured on ISHN.com this week.
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Weekly news round-up

Weekly news round-up

December 12, 2015

What drone owners need to know, safety advocates blast a new pro-industry trucking regulation and chemical safety reform gets closer to being a reality. These were among the top occupational safety and health related stories featured on ISHN.com this week.


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gun

ASIS, NFPA to launch Active Shooter Initiative

December 11, 2015
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and ASIS International (ASIS), the preeminent fire protection and security associations, have launched a joint initiative to address active shooter incidents. The two ANSI-accredited Standards Developing Organizations recognize the need to collectively address the intersections of security, safety and fire safety management to maximize protection of human and physical assets during active shooter incidents.
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health news

You’ve survived cancer – now what?

December 11, 2015
The number of cancer survivors — people who live after a cancer diagnosis — is expected to grow substantially over the next few decades as the U.S. population ages and as early detection methods and treatments continue to improve.
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OSHA enforcement

Loggers bring down large trees with no PPE

OSHA fines Ray Clearing Inc. more than $35K for federal violations
December 10, 2015
An OSHA inspection of a Ray Clearing Inc. worksite found that employees were using chainsaws to fell 12-inch diameter trees without the proper protection--chaps, heavy duty logging boots, eye protection and face protection. They also lacked the head protection necessary for working in woods, where there is a potential for being struck by falling limbs.
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regulations

DOT moves ahead on truck tech rule

Issues notice of proposed rulemaking on improved rear impact protection
December 10, 2015
The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that focuses on upgrading the Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSSs) that address underride protection in light-vehicle crashes into the rear of trailers and semitrailers.
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