Tag: U.S. Department of Labor
OSHA Announces $12.7M In Employee Health, Safety Training Grants
The OSHA grants aim to advance job quality for the U.S. workforce by providing training for workers, supervisors and employers.
New Agreement Strengthens Whistleblower Protections
A new Memorandum of Understanding will enable OSHA and National Labor Relations Board to more effectively enforce related laws and protect workers' rights.
Workplace Inspections: OSHA Proposes Changes To Employee Representation
OSHA is seeking public comments on proposed changes to clarify regulations on authorized employee representation during workplace inspections.
Department Of Labor Seeks NACOSH Nominations
Six National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health members have been appointed: Two vacancies still need to be filled.
OSHA Launches National Emphasis Program To Prevent Falls
New OSHA initiative to reduce and prevent workplace falls — a leading cause of workplace fatalities — aligns enforcement, outreach efforts to protect workers.
GBAC Offers Advice On Cleaning and Disinfecting For Monkeypox
Now declared a public health emergency, the cleaning industry aims to prevent Monkeypox from spreading through contaminated surfaces.
NACOSH To Hold Two Public Meetings This Month
The National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health will meet on Feb. 22; Heat Injury and Illness Work Group will gather Feb. 25.
OSHA Awards Worker Safety, Health Training Grants To 37 Nonprofits
More than $6.7 million in grants will fund education and training programs to help workers and employers recognize infectious diseases, identify preventive measures.
Over $21M Available For Workplace Hazard, Infectious Disease Training
The OSHA training grants are available to non-profit organizations through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and the Susan Harwood Training Grant Program.
U.S. Department Of Labor Schedules NACOSH Meeting
A meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health will be held June 22 via teleconference and WebEx.
Labor Department Opens Dialogue On Teens In The Workplace
The U.S. Department of Labor has opened a national dialogue to improve outreach to teens on workplace issues of safety, wages, job training, and discrimination.