2+ hour, 30+ min ago  (160+ words) Denver " The Colorado House has passed a bill aimed at protecting workers from extreme temperatures. At press time, H. B. 26-1272 had moved to the House Appropriations Committee. It would direct the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment to collect data " beginning no…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (531+ words) Does arc-rated and flame-resistant (AR/FR) clothing contribute to heat stress? Responding is Scott Margolin, vice president of technical, Tyndale Co. , Pipersville, PA. As warmer weather arrives, workers facing arc flash and flash fire hazards " as well as employers and…...

1+ mon, 1+ day ago  (213+ words) Phoenix " The Industrial Commission of Arizona has unanimously approved a set of recommendations on protecting workers from heat-related illness and injury. The guidance, which isn't an enforceable standard, is intended for employers. It covers best practices for prevention plans; water,…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (190+ words) Denver " A bill aimed at protecting workers from extreme heat and cold was approved March 18 by the Colorado House Health and Human Services Committee. H. B. 26-1272 would direct the state's Department of Labor and Employment to collect data on work-related injuries, illnesses…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (253+ words) Phoenix " Arizona's child labor laws and rules will be evaluated by a newly formed task force, with the goal to update them "in light of today's Arizona workplaces and school operations." The Industrial Commission of Arizona announced the creation of…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago  (252+ words) Phoenix " The Industrial Commission of Arizona has launched a new program intended to recognize employers in the state who "excel in protecting their workforce from heat-related stress and illness." By demonstrating specific efforts that exceed newly released recommendations from the…...