Maine firefighters say proposed change to OSHA standards could have impact across state
They feel the proposed rule change is too much, too quick, and that if it gets approved, small volunteer departments in Maine ...
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OSHA considering changing fire brigade laws
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is proposing new emergency response standards that if adopted could make it ...
OSHA plans major update to Fire Brigade standards. Why emergency officials are nervous
Critics warn OSHA's Emergency Response proposal is too sweeping, costly and could force volunteer fire departments out of ...
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OSHA plans major update to Fire Brigade standards. Why emergency officials are nervous
State and local officials are sounding alarms about the potential cost and feasibility of the Occupational Safety and Health ... The proposal would replace OSHA's existing Fire Brigades standard ...
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OSHA Hearing on Proposed Emergency Response Modifications Begins
The proposed standards will impact how firefighters, EMS, search and rescue crews train and respond to incidents.
Firefighters urge caution on proposed OSHA changes, warn of impact on volunteer agencies
Firefighters were able to speak directly to federal regulators Tuesday about a proposed rule change that some believe could ...
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Will Volunteer Fire Departments Survive This Blaze?
Imagine how you’d feel if your house catches fire and you call the local volunteer fire department and no one is volunteering ...
Union says ‘far more needs to be done’ after second Baltimore DPW worker’s death this year
AFSCME Council 3 called for Baltimore City to do ‘far more’ for workplace safety after DPW Solid Waste worker Timothy ...
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8 Ways to Increase Safety Around Heavy Equipment
Construction sites, especially those involving heavy equipment, carry significant safety risks. Mistakes or overlooked ...
As passenger count increases, so do safety concerns at Austin’s airport
Austin’s airport has seen two fatal incidents in the past year, prompting concerns about understaffing and the challenges of ...