NIOSH Tests Effects of Stockpiling Respirators on Fit, Strap Elasticity

A study conducted by NIOSH found some substantial differences between certain respirator products in the Strategic National Stockpile and models purchased on the open market, according to a report released in November.

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November 24, 2021

NIOSH Provides Recommendations to Improve IEQ in an Elementary School

A health hazard evaluation report published by NIOSH outlines the agency's recommendations to address indoor environmental quality (IEQ) complaints and possible health effects among employees of a public elementary school.

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November 24, 2021

NIOSH Researchers Examine Link Between Employment and Healthcare Access

Access to affordable healthcare was "problematic" among workers who were self-employed or unemployed for a short time, according to a new study conducted by NIOSH researchers.

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November 24, 2021

OSHA Launches New Online Application Portal for Voluntary Protection Programs

OSHA announced the launch of a new online application portal for its Voluntary Protection Programs, which recognize employers and workers who have implemented effective safety and health management systems.

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News

NIOSH Tests Effects of Stockpiling Respirators on Fit, Strap Elasticity

NIOSH Provides Recommendations to Improve IEQ in an Elementary School

NIOSH Researchers Examine Link Between Employment and Healthcare Access

OSHA Launches New Online Application Portal for Voluntary Protection Programs

Archive

2021

November

NIOSH Recommends Controls to Protect Zoo Staff from Elephant-transmitted TB

Biden Announces Nominee to Head MSHA

Federal Transit Administration Requests Information on Transit Worker Safety

﻿Canadian Research Center Publishes COVID-19 Return-to-Office Guide

NIEHS Worker Training Program Releases Fact Sheet on SARS-CoV-2 Variants

NIOSH to Consider Establishing "Centers of Excellence" for Personal Protective Technology

NIEHS to Present Webinar on COVID-19 Prevention, Control in Schools

New Fentanyl Detection Standards Have Emergency-Response Applications

OSHA Releases Emergency Temporary Standard on COVID-19, Effective Nov. 5

Fact Sheet Collects Resources on Protecting Workers During Disaster Response

EU Study Reviews Health Risks Associated with Telework During COVID-19 Pandemic

NIOSH Releases Guide for Electronic Collection of Occupational Data for Health

October

OSHA Initiates Rulemaking Process for Workplace Standard on Heat

Senate Confirms New Head of OSHA

CDC Lowers Blood Lead Reference Value for Children

WHO Urges Better Protection of Health Workers from COVID, Burnout

European Chemicals Agency Proposes OEL for Isoprene

Updated Information on Robot System Safety Published in OSHA Manual

OSHA to Reestablish Federal Advisory Council on OHS

OSHA Initiative Aims to Protect Midwest Workers at High Risk of Exposure to Health Hazards

NIOSH Finds Inconsistent Use of Hearing Protection Among Noise-Exposed Workers

OSHA's COVID-19 Vaccine, Testing Rule Is in Review

CDC Highlights Cases of Anthrax Pneumonia in Welders, Metalworkers

Guidance Outlines Recommendations for Infection Prevention and Control Plans

NIOSH Publishes Update to Revised Lifting Equation Manual

NIOSH to Host Webinars on Epidemiology, "Strategic Foresight"

EPA to Announce Winners of Wildfire IAQ Competition

Study Examines Risk of Breakthrough Infections for People with Substance Use Disorders

September

NIOSH Asks Partners to Share Interventions to Support Health Workers' Mental Health

European Chemicals Agency Proposes OELs for 1,4-Dioxane

NIOSH Recognizes Organizations for Innovations to Protect Health, Safety of Mine Workers

EPA Extends Deadlines for Health, Safety Data Reporting for 50 Chemicals

Computer Applications Committee Renamed "Emerging Digital Technologies Committee"

OSHA to Launch Rulemaking Process for Workplace Standard on Heat

WHO and ILO: Air Pollution Among Leading Causes of Work-Related Deaths in 2016

NIOSH Adds New Centers of Excellence for Total Worker Health

NIOSH Study to Focus on Reducing Fatigue Among Taxi Drivers

JOEH Seeks Case Studies on Controlling COVID-19

OSHA Rule to Require COVID-19 Vaccines or Testing for Workers of Larger Employers

Two New NIOSH Fact Sheets Focus on Respirators

EU Database Publishes Information on Hazardous Chemicals in Products

MSHA Seeks to Reduce Injuries Involving Surface Mobile Equipment at Mines

EPA Plans New Rules on Five PBT Chemicals

EPA Requests Feedback on Scope Document for D4 Risk Evaluation

Manufacturer Issues Notice About Nonconforming Respirators

Study Compares Exposure Databases for OSHA, Quebec

Workplace Guidance Outlines Recommended Policies for Fully Vaccinated People

New Edition of Mining Dust Control Handbook Released by NIOSH

NIOSH Evaluates Health Hazards at Train Maintenance Facility

Two Toxicological Profiles Published for Industrial, Manufactured Chemicals

August

NIOSH: Workers with Diabetes May Be at Increased Risk for Depression

Task Force Aims to Raise Awareness of Stress, Suicide in Construction

Proposed NIOSH Project Would Inform Development of "Safety Skills at Work Curriculum"

European Chemicals Agency to Assess Potential Exposure Limits for Cobalt

Register for the Research Idea Brainstorming Roundtables by September 15

Updated OSHA Guidance for COVID-19 Aims to Protect Unvaccinated, At-Risk Workers

AIHA President, CEO Among Presenters for Upcoming NIOSH Webinar on Post-Pandemic World

NIOSH Extends Comment Period on PPE Use for Underserved User Populations

Health Canada Finds No "Health Risks of Concern" in Masks Containing Graphene

Mining Program Research to Address COVID-19 Transmission in Various Industries

NIOSH Announces Webinars for Respiratory Protection Week

EPA to Sunset Temporary Guidance on Respiratory Protection for Pesticide Handlers

European Chemicals Agency Seeks Evidence Regarding Monitoring Approaches for PAHs

New Draft Toxicological Profile for Acetone Published

NIOSH, OSHA Revise Small Business Safety and Health Handbook

NIOSH Launches Survey on Workplace Testing for COVID-19

CSB Releases Safety Video on 2019 Toxic Gas Release

July

NIOSH Document Describes Safe Disinfection Practices in Correctional Facilities

Canadian Research Center Publishes COVID-19 Return-to-Office Guide