When OSHA opens its ears today for a first of its kind “OSHA Listens” session, the agency will hear voices from men and women whose children, siblings or parents were killed on the job. Together with workplace safety and health experts, they will present a new platform of recommendations aimed at putting an end to workplace injury, illness, and death. Read More
Somerville Journal: March 15, 2010
Bill would end the use of highly flammable wood floor sealants
Bureau of Labor Statistics: February 24, 2010
Nonfatal Occupational Injuries and Illnesses Requiring Days Away from Work for State and Local Government Workers
Removal regulations a big step for safety, but at a high cost
Workers at Risk: Regulatory Dysfunction at OSHA
Growth in chemical production outpaces population growth. Industrial chemicals are now widely dispersed in the environment and in people, with 287 chemicals and pollutants detected in umbilical cord blood. Many industrial processes involve close contact with hazardous substances, making workers disproportionately affected by chemically induced diseases.
In his first speech as newly appointed OSHA chief about the dramatic growth in green, environmental jobs, David Michaels issued a warning: “Employers who race into this green economy without paying attention to worker safety will blunder into many preventable injuries and deaths.”
Responding to tragic and preventable house fires that caused three recent deaths and destroyed dozens of homes in Massachusetts, the state’s Board of Fire Prevention Regulations passed new regulations that will restrict the use of highly flammable wood floor finishing products.
A new report released today reveals compelling evidence of how polluted air inside and outside schools escalates health care costs, increases absenteeism, and reduces test scores.
TL@W will be hosting our 3rd Annual Leadership Education in Action to Promote Safety (LEAPS) for Young Workers, April 21-23rd 2010. LEAPS is a three day, two night Academy that brings together youth from across Eastern Massachusetts to participate in teen-led activities focused on worker safety, worker rights, workplace violence prevention, and community action. A stipend and all expenses will be paid for, and accomodations will be provided for the adult advisor and teen participants.
MassCOSH's work is made possible with support from our members, Community Works, the Massachusetts Environmental Trust and foundation and government grants.
