“WebExpo” Project Publishes Algorithms for IH Calculations

The algorithms are publicly available and can be used in some of the most frequently performed calculations in industrial hygiene risk assessment.

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February 20, 2020

Hazard Alert Reports Elevated Blood Lead Levels among Kentucky Workers

A hazard alert issued this month by the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center (KIPRC) raises concerns about blood lead levels among adults in the state.

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February 20, 2020

Administrative Rulemaking Corrects Errors in 27 OSHA Standards

OSHA has corrected errors such as omissions, outdated references, and tabular and graphic inaccuracies in 27 of the agency’s standards.

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February 13, 2020

CDC Adds Resources for Healthcare Workers Potentially Exposed to Coronavirus

Resources released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer guidance related to respiratory protection for healthcare workers potentially exposed to the novel coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, in December 2019.

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“WebExpo” Project Publishes Algorithms for IH Calculations

Hazard Alert Reports Elevated Blood Lead Levels among Kentucky Workers

Administrative Rulemaking Corrects Errors in 27 OSHA Standards

CDC Adds Resources for Healthcare Workers Potentially Exposed to Coronavirus

Archive

2020

February

NIOSH: Forensic Laboratory Chemists Exposed to Controlled Substances

President's Budget Proposal Would Eliminate NIOSH ERCs, CSB

Chemical Information Portal Update Seeks to Improve Functionality

In Memoriam: David A. Sterling

OSHA Establishes National Emphasis Program to Reduce Silica Exposures

NIOSH Expands Focus of TWH to Address Emerging Issues

CSB Approves Final Rule on Accidental Chemical Release Reporting

U.K. Government: Worker Protections Continue Following "Brexit"

January

WHO Declares Public Health Emergency Over Coronavirus Outbreak

EPA: Carbon Tetrachloride May Present Exposure Risks for Some Workers

ACGIH Board Ratifies 2020 TLVs and BEIs

DOL Adjusts OSHA's Federal Civil Penalties for Inflation

New Earthquake Hazard Alert Focuses on Emergency Response Workers

NIOSH Issues Update to Standard Testing Procedure for N99 Series Filters

"Faces of Black Lung" Video Shows Effects on Young Miners

NIOSH Highlights Importance of Maintaining Acceptable IEQ during Construction

Substances with Reproductive Toxicity Identified as "High Concern" in EU

MSHA to Revise Standards for Explosives at Metal and Nonmetal Mines

February Webinar to Focus on Occupational Exposures and Pregnancy

NIOSH Launches Study of Hazards to Grounds Management Workers

NIOSH Evaluates Firefighters' Exposures to Asbestos Near Libby, Montana

EPA: Formaldehyde Among Next Chemicals to Undergo Risk Evaluation

NIOSH Issues Update to Standard Testing Procedure for N95 Series Filters

EPA Allows More Time for Comments on NMP Draft Risk Evaluation

2019

December

AIHA Office to Close for the Holidays

NIOSH to Develop Categorical OELs for Engineered Nanomaterials

OSHA Corrects Standards on Walking-Working Surfaces, PPE, and Special Industries

New Fact Sheet Series from NIOSH Focuses on PPE Themes, Trends

OSHA Renews Focus on Amputation Hazards in Manufacturing

In Memoriam: Thomas C. Goob II

Call for Volunteers: AIHA Finance Committee

Resources Seek to Protect Stone Workers from Silica Dust Exposure, Silicosis

Draft Toxicological Profiles for Chlorobenzene, Other Chemicals Published

Proposal Would Require Reporting of Accidental Chemical Releases within Four Hours

Researchers Examine Skin Exposure to Pesticides among Apple Growers

NIOSH Study Finds Health Issues among Patient Care Aides

EPA Considers Future Rulemaking Related to PFAS

European Chemicals Agency Maps Its "Chemical Universe"

Temporary OSHA Policy Addresses Certifications from Crane Institute Certification

November

House Passes Bill to Prevent Workplace Violence in Healthcare, Social Services

OSHA Rules on Emergency Response, Workplace Violence Remain Stalled

Ban on Retail Distribution of Methylene Chloride to Consumers Now in Effect

NIOSH Updates Standard Testing Procedure for P95 Series Filters

EPA Proposes Changes to Agricultural Worker Protection Standard

Revised OSHA Page Focuses on Ionizing Radiation Hazards

OSHA Announces Changes to Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Program

NIOSH Updates Standard Testing Procedure for N95 Series Filters

NIOSH to Develop IDLH Values for Six Chemicals

NIOSH Updates Standard Testing Procedure for P99 Series Filters

Researchers Examine Exposures from Use of Biological Degreasing Stations

International Organizations Launch Global Coalition on Occupational Safety and Health

NIOSH Urges Employers to Combat Driver Fatigue

OSHA: Training Needed for Temp Workers in Shipyards

NIOSH: Firefighters Experience Health Effects Following Response to a Chemical Fire

EPA: Certain Uses of NMP Present "Unreasonable" Risks to Workers, Consumers

October

OSHA Publishes "Significant Changes" to Field Operations Manual

European Agency Prioritizes BPA, Other Chemicals under REACH

NIOSH: Workers Overexposed to Silica during Fire Debris Cleanup

EPA Identifies "Adverse Health Risks" Related to Methylene Chloride Exposure

Results of Recent Bylaws Vote Are In

European Chemicals Agency Proposes OEL for Lead, Notations for Diisocyanates

NIOSH Updates Standard Testing Procedure for PAPRs with Hoods or Helmets

Toxicological Profile for Antimony Describes Adverse Health Effects

NIOSH Examines Handling of Chemotherapy Drugs at Veterinary Hospital

EPA Identifies Potential Risks to Workers Who Handle the Herbicide Paraquat

CSB Links Pipe Corrosion to Massive Explosions, Fire at Philadelphia Refinery

California Updates Resources Ahead of Lead Poisoning Prevention Week