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No combustible dust rules from OSHA any time soon
Fox News
The Chemical Safety Board has been studying the hazards of combustible dust since a series of deadly fires and explosions in 2003. "We really don't know why OSHA is doing this," said Rafael Moure-Eraso, chairman of the Chemical Safety Board.
OSHA Inspections: New Emphasis on Repeat Violations, SVEPSafety.BLR.com

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NJ.com

OSHA reduces Ogren Construction's fines in Levoy collapse
NJ.com
By Jim Cook Jr./The News of Cumberland County MILLVILLE — The fine that the Ogren Construction company was required to pay the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for two violations during the Levoy Theater collapse have been ...
OSHA downgrades construction fines for Levoy Theater collapseNewsworks.org

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OSHA rules are killing businesses, builders say
Kansas.com
OSHA is cracking down on roofing companies to make sure safety rules are being met. (Feb. 1, 2012) Logan Turner, right, and Aaron Lollar work on the roof of a home under construction in Andover on Wednesday. OSHA is cracking down on roofing companies ...

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Cal-OSHA investigating Brentwood trench collapse that trapped Oakland contractor
San Jose Mercury News
By Robert Salonga, Contra Costa Times BRENTWOOD -- The state's workplace safety authority is investigating a trench collapse that trapped a contractor for several hours Wednesday evening until his rescue by a crew of four dozen emergency workers.

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Ohio News Network

Casino Work Continues In Cincinnati
Ohio News Network
"We don't want delays, but delays for safety is acceptable. I'm trusting OSHA is taking good look," said councilmember Wendell Young. Young is pleased the project is moving forward becuase he said Cincinnati's economy is depending on it.
OSHA probes into steel beam collapse at Horseshoe CasinoSteelGuru
Workers happy to return casino after floor collapsekypost.com
Casino collapse debris removal to beginExaminer.com
Cincinnati.com -Bizjournals.com -Dayton Daily News
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KPIC

Wood Products Plant Joins Oregon SHARP
Occupational Health and Safety
The Roseburg Forest Products Engineered Wood Products plant in Riddle, Ore., is the newest member of Oregon OSHA's Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). Dillard, Ore.-based Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held, family owned ...
RFP Riddle plant earns nod from OSHAKPIC

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Wyo. safety officials issue citations for August oil facility explosion that ...
Washington Post
“The citations are a result of Wyoming OSHA's regular enforcement program. Every safety violation within OSHA's jurisdiction is taken very seriously and is thoroughly investigated,” Douglass said in a statement. In December, an epidemiologist hired by ...

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Roanoke elementary school investigated by OSHA
WSLS
10 On Your Side has learned that Highland Park Elementary School in Roanoke is being investigated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for potential unsafe work conditions. Thursday morning, OSHA's Roanoke Office confirmed that ...
OSHA investigates Roanoke school after lead found in paint chips in a drop ceilingThe Republic
Federal agency investigates Roanoke City school after lead is detectedWDBJ7

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EU-OSHA Announces Workplace Safety Photo Contest Winners
EHS Today
These images and more make up the winning entry in EU-OSHA's 2011 pan-European photo competition on safety and health in the workplace. "Nothing speaks louder than a photograph that stirs the imagination, evokes emotions and engages both the ...

OSHA Offers Free Consults to Small Businesses
Reuters
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. at FindLaw.com It's true that you have a legal duty to ensure workplace health and safety. And it's true you'll be cited and penalized by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) if you don't.
OSHA accuses Ill. firm of violations in WisconsinChicago Tribune
OSHA cites Illinois-based Growmark with 5 safety violationsMMD Newswire (press release)
OSHA cites Growmark for 5 workplace safety violationsWTAQ
Bloomington Pantagraph
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