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    OSHA’s Final PPE Rule for Construction: What Contractors Need to Know
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    EPA Says Formaldehyde Unreasonable Risk, Chemistry Council Says Evaluation is Flawed
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    EPA Says Formaldehyde Unreasonable Risk, Chemistry Council Says Evaluation is Flawed

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    How to Prepare for OSHA’s New HazCom Final Rule

    Sept. 24, 2024
    A look at the changes to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard and guidance on how to ensure compliance.
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    Podcast: What's Up with the New Worker Walkaround Rule?

    Sept. 16, 2024
    Katie McLaughlin, Health & Safety lead at ISN, discusses how OSHA’s new walkaround encourages companies to strengthen their safety culture. by
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    OSHA Launches Severe Injury Report Dashboard
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    OSHA Launches Severe Injury Report Dashboard

    Sept. 5, 2024
    The dashboard includes all severe injuries reported by employers covered under OSHA since 2015.
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    California Issues New Indoor Heat Standard

    Aug. 26, 2024
    Delayed rulemaking sparked controversy and opposition.

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