Federal OSHA has proposed new rulemakings seek to minimize respiratory protection requirements for employers which ...

Although wildland firefighters are at high risk for smoke-related health issues, the U.S. Forest Service has been slow to ...

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Proper respiratory protection and PPE use is key to avoid hazardous contaminants in collision repair work. Collision centers face a wide range of workplace hazards every day, from airborne ...

The widespread adoption of masks and respirators has significantly influenced various aspects of society, driving technological advances to improve comfort, efficiency, and sustainability. The ...

Under 29 CFR 1910.134 an employee may be required to wear respiratory protection while working. The Respiratory Protection Program manual provides an overview of the policies, guidelines and ...

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OSHA has updated and extended its National Emphasis Program on heat hazards for workplaces in the U.S., according to an April 10 news release. The previous NEP, originally issued in April 2022 and ...

On April 10, OSHA updated its National Emphasis Program that protects workers from outdoor and indoor heat-related hazards. The update directs agency resources where they can make the biggest impact – ...

When federal administrations change, the tone of enforcement agencies like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration also shift—which is evident in a new voluntary safety training program.

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The Trump administration has launched a new workplace safety initiative ...