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Contractor fined for cave-in hazard Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:02PMFederal officials have fined a Middletown construction company almost $70,000 after discovering a cave-in hazard at a work site.
Ohio bear owner carried no insurance for caretaker Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:52PMRecords show the owner of a bear that recently mauled its caretaker to death had no workplace injury insurance to cover the man, an apparent violation of Ohio law.
OSHA: Houston company faces 83 alleged citations Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:36PMA Houston company faces more than $1.2 million in proposed fines for allegedly failing to record and improperly recording work-related injuries and illnesses.
NASA Recognizes Glenn Employees' Outstanding Achievements Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:25PMNASA Recognizes Glenn Employees' Outstanding Achievements
Health Dept. investigates death of Kingsport child Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:20PMThe Sullivan County Health Department is investigating the sudden death of a 4-year-old in Kingsport on Monday, with an autopsy being ordered on the body.
Man killed in Okla. crane accident identified Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:03PMAssociated Press - September 1, 2010 1:45 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Authorities have released the name of a man who was killed in a crane accident at the campus of Chesapeake Energy in...
OSHA: Houston company faces 83 alleged citations Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:37PMAssociated Press - September 1, 2010 1:25 PM ET HOUSTON (AP) - A Houston company faces more than $1.2 million in proposed fines for allegedly failing to record and improperly recording...
Department of Labor cites Houston manufacturing company for hiding work-related injuries Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:25PMHOUSTON, TEXAS : The U.S. Department of Labor through its Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued on Wednesday 83 willful citations for a Houston manufacturing company that did not record work-related injuries and illnesses at its facility.
Workplace deaths in TN drop during slow economy Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:43AMA slower economy has had a surprising but welcome side effect: fewer workplace deaths.
Bredesen agrees with latest guns-in-bars challenge Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:07AMNASHVILLE — Gov. Phil Bredesen on Tuesday voiced support for a Nashville waiter's claim that a new law allowing guns in bars creates an unsafe workplace.
United States DoD contracts for August 31, 2010 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:25AM...
OSHA proposes $40,000 fine over manhole work Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:46AMThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited Conrad Construction Co. for allegedly failing to protect workers replacing manholes on a storm sewer line.
Safety council to kick off speaker series Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:02AMThe “industrial athlete,” workplace safety and hazardous chemical spills will be considered in a new St. Joseph Safety & Health Council program. The Breakfast Speaker Series begins at 7:30 a.m. Thursday in the council’s United Way Conference Room, located at 118 S. Fifth St. The first session is titled, “Therapy in 2010: Why the Industrial Athlete Model Works,” and features Brian Stewart of the ...
Enbridge subcontractor let go over safety, documentation issues Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:20PMEnbridge Inc.'s main contractor on the efforts to clean up the recent oil spill on the Kalamazoo River let go a firm it was subcontracting with after allegations surfaced it was using undocumented workers and was not abiding by federal safety standards.
MIOSHA launches oil spill investigation Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 9:17PMThe Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration launched an official review and investigation Tuesday into workplace safety practices for crews working to clean up the oil spill.
Seattle Launches Deconstruction Workforce Training Program Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:51PMFree "Green" Training Program for Disadvantaged South Seattle Residents
Seattle Launches Deconstruction Workforce Training Program Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:47PMSEATTLE, WA--(Marketwire - 08/31/10) - The Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County will launch its first-ever Deconstruction training program next month, as part of a $3.6 million program, funded by the U.S. Department of Labor through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The training program, provided by CleanEdison, will educate 40 participants in two sessions of 10 ...
Bredesen agrees with latest guns in bars challenge Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:47PMAssociated Press - August 31, 2010 4:45 PM ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Phil Bredesen says he agrees with a Nashville waiter's claim that a new law allowing guns in bars creates an unsafe...
Gateway College to offer course on OSHA regulations Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:21PMFLORENCE, Ky. - Two courses to help employers understand and comply with new Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations will be offered at Gateway Community and Technical College this fall.
Covanta Field Services North Named VPP STAR by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health ... Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:47PMCovanta Energy, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Covanta Holding Corporation and a world leader in the development and operation of large scale Energy-from-Waste and other renewable energy projects, today announced that its Covanta Field Services North team has earned STAR status in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Voluntary Protection Program .
Pilot killed at airport was passionate flight instructor Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:18PMA pilot who was killed at Beverly Airport Friday, Aug. 27 when a moving propeller struck him on the runway was hailed as a “true leader” at the Beverly Flight Center.
Local Business Report: Welcome event planned for Glasstown shop Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:47AMMILLVILLE -- The Greater Millville Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the arrival of a new business in the Glasstown Arts District.
Restaurant Server Challenges Guns in Bars Law Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:26AMNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Nashville server has filed a complaint with the state claiming that a new law allowing guns in bars creates an unsafe workplace. read more
Flight instructor killed by propeller Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 1:12AMBEVERLY — A 30-year-old flight instructor died yesterday when he was struck by the propeller of his airplane while coming to the aid of another plane on a runway at Beverly Airport, according to the Essex District Attorney's Office.
Foundry's owner faces waste charge Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 12:31AMFranklin If convicted, he could serve time The owner of a Franklin foundry has been indicted by a federal grand jury, accused of illegally storing hazardous waste in the Sanborn Street building, an offense that could land him in prison. From 2005 to 2009, Franklin Non-Ferrous Foundry Inc. had been accused by federal investigators of 57 safety violations. Twenty-five of the violations were listed ...
Baldwin workers get HAZWOPER training to help in BP oil spill cleanup Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 12:19AMSUMMERDALE, Ala., – As of today, 19 Baldwin EMC employees along with local contractors and representatives from 10 electric co-ops in Mississippi and other parts of Alabama have completed training in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, or HAZWOPER standards.
In Too Deep? -- Questions arise about project's safety Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 11:51PMConcerns about safety issues have been raised againstKankakee Valley Construction, the contractor for the Reading Township sanitary sewer project. The company has had similar complaints in the past at other job sites. The issue was raised at the township
First online software to maintain dangerous chemicals’ database Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:18AMThe creation of new federal policies requiring universities to maintain detailed records about specific laboratory chemicals deemed dangerous has presents new challenges for the nation's institutions of higher education and hospitals. Fortunately, Raleigh company, EasierTech Software, has developed the solution: the country's first online database software application designed for colleges and ...
Report blames Xcel, contractor for Georgetown fatal fire that killed 5 in 2007 Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:09AMThe wives of three of the five men who died in a fiery accident at the Cabin Creek hydroelectric plant in Georgetown on Oct. 2, 2007, wept as they watched a video re-enactment of their husbands' deaths Wednesday.
Poor planning cited in fatal fire Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:08AMDENVER - Federal officials investigating a 2007 fire that killed five workers at a hydroelectric plant said Wednesday that Xcel Energy Inc. and its contractor failed to adequately plan for hazardous work that included taking flammable solvents inside a 4,300-foot tunnel.
Exotic animal sanctuary under investigation after mauling Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:02AMCOLUMBIA TOWNSHIP — Even though Iroquois, the bear that fatally injured 24-year-old Brent Kandra on Aug. 19, was euthanized, many residents of Columbia Township remain uneasy, according to Township trustee Mike Musto. The reason — the bear’s owner, Sam Mazzola, 48, still owns seven other bears, in addition to many other animals including 12 wolves, two tigers and a lion.
KCK postal center's problems spur safety review nationwide Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:06PMAllegations of serious safety violations at the U.S. Postal Service Network Distribution Center in Kansas City, Kan., are prompting a possible review of electrical violations at postal facilities nationwide.
World/nation briefs Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:11PMThe husband of the SeaWorld Orlando trainer who was drowned by one of the park's killer whales has hired a Chicago law firm that specializes in wrongful-death litigation.
Chianelli demoted as head of Mental Health Complex Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:10PMJohn Chianelli's removal followed growing criticism after a Journal Sentinel investigation into problems at the complex, including lax supervision of patients and other cases of bungled care.
Poor planning cited in fatal 2007 Colo. hydroelectric plant fire Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:54PMDENVER - Federal officials investigating a 2007 fire that killed five workers at a hydroelectric plant said Wednesday that Xcel Energy Inc. and its contractor failed to adequately plan for hazardous work that included taking flammable solvents inside a 4,3...
SeaWorld Orlando Fined $75,000 by OSHA for Killer Whale Trainer Death Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:30PMSea World in Orlando has been fined $75,000 for three different safety violations that led to the death of a trainer by a killer whale. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued the citation on Monday. One of the three violations is considered "willful," or shows indifference or intentional disregard for employee safety. The willful citation was given for exposing workers ...
SeaWorld risked trainers' safety with aggressive former Orca Bay whale: Report Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:04PMU.S. federal regulators blasted SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment yesterday for allowing animal trainers to work with killer whales without adequate protection, concluding a six-month investigation into the violent drowning of a trainer at SeaWorld Orlando.
Man dies from injuries in Nelson industrial accident Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:35AMA Mecosta man died Saturday from injuries he received in an industrial accident in Nelson Township. Patrick Underhill was electrocuted and then fell 6 feet while working on equipment at High Grades Materials in Nelson Township on Aug. 17, according to the Kent County Sheriff’s Department.
Gun range servicer accused of safety violations Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:10AMA Miami company that provides environmental and maintenance services for shooting ranges was cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for knowingly neglecting to protect employees who clean gun ranges from serious overexposure to lead.
SeaWorld Fined $75,000 Over Death Of Trainer Drowned By Killer Whale Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:26AMThe government is fining SeaWorld $75,000 for the death of a veteran trainer who was drowned by a killer whale in February.
Worker injured in explosion inside Bryan tire plant Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 7:23AMBLADE STAFF A factory worker was hurt seriously early Monday during an explosion inside a Bryan tire plant, authorities said. The victim, whose name was not immediately released, was flown to Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center, said Bryan Fire Capt. Gary Merschdorf. An explosion inside Titan Tire Corp. plant, 927 South Union Street, was reported about 6:15 a.m. Monday. The Bryan Fire Department ...
OSHA sites Calumet plant for alleged violations Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 6:16AMSHREVEPORT, La. — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued citations to Calumet Shreveport Lubricants & Waxes, LLC, of Shreveport, La., for 22 alleged serious violations and two alleged repeat violations of federal health and safety regulations.
The Abu Dhabi Environment, Health and Safety Center's efforts recognised by the American Occupational Safety & Health ... Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:13AM23 August 2010 Abu Dhabi Government praised for Abu Dhabi Emirate Environment, Health and Safety Management System Initiative.
Region Briefs: Chamber to host OSHA workshop Wednesday Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:01AMThe Minden-South Webster Chamber of Commerce will host a free Occupational Health and Safety Administration workshop.
Companies look to prevent violence Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 5:00AMBALTIMORE — A former employee at an auto-repair shop lurked nearby in the days after his firing last year, watching the comings and goings from across the street. Employees feared he was plotting revenge.
Before salmonella outbreak, egg firm had long record of violations Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 9:38PMThe Iowa egg producer that federal officials say is at the center of a salmonella outbreak and recalls of more than a half-billion eggs has repeatedly paid fines and settled complaints over health and safety violations and allegations ranging from maintaining a "sexually hostile work environment"... Health - United States - Salmonellosis - Egg - Conditions and Diseases
OSHA fines contractor $45,600 Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 12:11PMOne Guam contractor faces fines totaling more than $45,000 because it failed to provide its workers proper protective equipment.
Wastewater worker found dead in settling pond Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 10:05AMROBINSON - Indiana County Coroner Michael Baker said a Bolivar man apparently drowned in a pond Wednesday while working at the Tri-Community Sewer Authority wastewater treatment plant in West Wheatfield Township.
NH postal center faces $350,000 in fines Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 9:23AMA Portsmouth, N.H., mail processing and distribution center accused of electrical safety violations faces $350,000 in fines. Portsmouth New Hampshire - Distribution center - Portsmouth - Hampshire - United States
NH postal center faces $350,000 in fines Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 9:16AMPORTSMOUTH, N.H. (AP) — A Portsmouth, N.H., mail processing and distribution center accused of electrical safety violations faces $350,000 in fines.