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October 19, 2009
 
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OSHA to issue directive on inspections related to H1N1 virus

To ensure the protection of frontline healthcare and emergency medical workers at high risk of infection with H1N1 virus, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will soon issue a compliance directive to ensure uniform procedures when conducting inspections to identify and minimize or eliminate high to very high risk occupational exposures to the 2009 H1N1 influenza A virus. The Directive will closely follow the CDC's Interim Guidance on Infection Control Measures for 2009 H1N1 Influenza in Healthcare Settings, Including Protection of Healthcare Personnel, OSHA announced October 14, 2009.

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Grain handling operators reminded of required safety measures to protect workers

After a recent increase in the number of workers killed while performing grain handling operations such as loading, emptying and cleaning storage bins, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration is reminding employers and workers of available resources and OSHA standards that identify hazards and offer solutions to prevent fatalities. Recent incidents involved workers in grain handling facilities who died from falls, suffocation and entanglement in equipment. While suffocation and falls are the leading causes of death at these facilities, fatalities can also occur from electrocutions, fires and explosions.

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OSHA cites company for safety hazards under NEP on Petroleum Refinery Process Safety Management

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited NuStar Asphalt Refining Co. LLC for 24 alleged serious workplace safety and health violations found at its Paulsboro worksite. Penalties proposed total $105,750. OSHA initiated the inspection on April 14 as part of its National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Petroleum Refinery Process Safety Management.

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