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12:00 16 Jan 2012
OSHA Continues Practice of Issuing "Industry/Hazard Alerts"
Source: OSHA Law Blog
Over the last several months, OSHA has continued – and expanded – its practice of publicizing “Industry/Hazard Alerts” on its web site. These Alerts are designed to notify employers in certain industries of hazards that are of particular concern to Learn More
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12:00 09 Jan 2012
Sloan Workplace Flexibility Award: Top 10 Reasons to Apply
Source: Society For Human Resource Management
The Sloan Award application process is now open for employers of all sizes that are proud of their innovative and effective workplace practices. The Sloan Awards, given annually by SHRM and the Families and Work Institute, honor organizations that Learn More
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09:17 30 Nov 2011
Study finds investing in occupational health "best practices" improves outcomes for injured employees
Source: Medical Care
A new study of occupational health care in Washington State shows that improving medical care for injured employees can dramatically reduce lost work time. The study is published in the December 2011 issue of the American Public Health Association Learn More
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09:50 18 Oct 2011
US Labor Department announces approximately $98.5 million in grants through Workforce Innovation
Source: US Department of Labor
WASHINGTON - Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today announced the availability of approximately $98.5 million through the Workforce Innovation Fund to support employment and training services. The fund invests in programs that Learn More
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09:50 18 Oct 2011
Reported Decline in workplace injuries and illnesses
Source: US Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics today announced that nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses among private industry employers declined in 2010 to a rate of 3.5 cases per 100 equivalent full-time employees, down from a Learn More
