Robert Yaniz Jr.

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Content Editor at 1105 Media Inc.

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Chemical Safety Board Releases First Volume of Incident Reports on Chemical Accidents

2 months ago | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

The U.S. Chemical Safety Board has released the first volume of its new incident reports, providing public access to summaries of serious chemical accidents and their probable causes. The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has begun publishing summaries of serious chemical incidents reported under its Accidental Release Reporting Rule (ARRR).
Benchmark Gensuite Introduces AI Tools for EHS and Sustainability Teams

2 months ago | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

Genny AI Helpers aim to streamline environmental, health, safety and sustainability tasks with automation and real-time insights. Developed in collaboration with over 25 subscribers, Benchmark Gensuite has launched a suite of generative AI tools known as Genny AI Helpers. This feature is designed to boost efficiency and decision-making in EHS and sustainability management.
NSC Responds to Sean Duffy’s Confirmation as U.S. Transportation Secretary

2 months ago | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

The National Safety Council welcomes Sean Duffy as U.S. transportation secretary and urges action on key traffic safety initiatives. The National Safety Council (NSC) has expressed its support for newly confirmed U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy. The Senate confirmed Duffy in a bipartisan 77-22 vote, placing him at the head of the Department of Transportation (USDOT) as the agency aims to address roadway fatalities amid the ongoing traffic safety crisis.
Cority Expands Occupational Health Capabilities with Meddbase Acquisition

2 months ago | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

The acquisition strengthens the companies' collective software offerings, expands global reach and enhances healthcare management tools. Cority—which specializes in EHS and sustainability software—has acquired Meddbase, which released the first cloud-native clinical software for healthcare providers in the UK, in a move aimed at strengthening its healthcare technology offerings.
WISHA Advisory Committee Will Meet on March 5, 2025

2 months ago | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

The WISHA Advisory Committee will address workplace safety, updates and current challenges. The Washington Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has announced the next meeting of the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) Advisory Committee. The meeting takes place on March 5, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. According to L&I, this event allows labor and employer representatives to collaborate with L&I on improving workplace safety across Washington State.
DOL Halts All Activity Tied to Executive Order 11246

2 months ago | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

The Department of Labor has ended all enforcement activities under the rescinded Executive Order 11246, citing a lack of legal authority. The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the cessation of all investigative and enforcement actions related to the now-rescinded Executive Order 11246. Acting Secretary of Labor Vince Micone issued Secretary’s Order 03-2025, formally instructing department employees to halt such activities immediately.
EPA and Springfield, Illinois, Agree to Address Coal Ash Contamination

2 months ago | eponline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

The EPA and Springfield, Illinois, have agreed on measures to address coal ash contamination at CWLP facilities near Lake Springfield. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached an agreement with the city of Springfield, Illinois, to ensure the City Water, Light and Power (CWLP) coal-fired power plant complies with federal coal combustion residual (CCR) regulations.
California Mobile Home Park Agrees to $50,000 Penalty and Water System Upgrades

2 months ago | eponline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

The Oasis Mobile Home Park operators must address arsenic contamination and wastewater issues to meet EPA standards. The operators of Oasis Mobile Home Park in Thermal, California, have agreed to pay a $50,000 penalty and make significant improvements to their drinking and wastewater systems as part of a consent decree with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
New Products Round-Up: Friday, January 24, 2025

Jan 24, 2025 | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

This week’s new safety products enhance workplace safety and productivity with solutions like AI solutions, dust control fans, benchtop ionizers and USB flashlights. This week’s roundup of new products highlights innovative solutions from TeleSafety, SonicAire, EXAIR and Streamlight.
DOL Orders Reinstatement of Worker Fired Over Safety Concerns

Jan 23, 2025 | ohsonline.com | Robert Yaniz Jr.

Strasburg Rail Road Co. must reinstate and compensate an employee wrongfully fired for refusing to issue safety licenses to an unqualified manager. The U.S. Department of Labor has ordered Strasburg Rail Road Co., a Pennsylvania tourist railroad operator, to reinstate and compensate a former employee who was wrongfully terminated for raising safety concerns.