Washington — The Senate has confirmed Jennifer Homendy for a second term as chair of the National Transportation Safety Board.

Washington — As the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration considers updating the methodology it uses to determine if truck and bus companies are fit to operate safely, the agency has scheduled a public listening session.

Washington — Aviation labor unions are applauding the safety provisions included in a bill, recently signed into law by President Joe Biden, that reauthorizes funding for the Federal Aviation Administration.

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has awarded almost $480 million in grants for safety initiatives related to large trucks and buses.

Dallas — OSHA Region 6 has updated and renewed its Regional Emphasis Program focused on transportation tank cleaning operations.

Philadelphia — Training requirements that vary by state may leave some newly licensed teen drivers “ill prepared for safe driving,” results of a recent study suggest.

Washington — A Federal Transit Administration final rule that updates the agency’s safety certification training program for rail transit workers eases recertification while maintaining a uniform curriculum, FTA says.

Harrisburg, PA — A new Pennsylvania law says state highway construction and maintenance vehicles can display flashing/revolving fluorescent green lights to help protect roadway workers and drivers during inclement weather.

Orlando, FL — The National Safety Council, during the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, honored 14 professional drivers who have helped make roads and communities safer.

Sacramento, CA — For the second time, legislation that would prohibit autonomous trucks weighing 10,000 pounds or more from operating on California roadways awaits the signature of Gov. Gavin Newsom (D).

Sacramento, CA — California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has vetoed – for the second time in two years – legislation that would have prohibited driverless autonomous trucks weighing 10,000 pounds or more from operating on state roadways.

Stronger helmet laws could have prevented more than 22,000 motorcycle deaths over the past 4.5 decades, a recent study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows.

Portland, ME — The University of Southern Maine, in conjunction with the Maine Small Business Development Center, has launched a series of free online training modules intended to help employers and workers in the retail and food service industries prevent workplace violence.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency, in accordance with the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, is seeking comment on proposed significant new use rules for six chemical substances that are subject to agency premanufacture notices.

Prepared Foods explores the growing and dynamic topic of regenerative agriculture in a discussion with Ryan Slabaugh, founder of Think Regeneration.

New research from scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture suggests that there are fewer calories in roasted, unroasted, whole or chopped almonds than previously thought.

Cargill pioneered and debuted its fermentation technology in October 2015 with the commercial launch of EverSweet™ Reb D and Reb M sweetener, which enables food and beverage makers to create great-tasting products with deep calorie reductions. 

Ready for use in creative food and beverage innovations, SweeGen’s Bestevia Rebaudioside B has received the GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) Letter of No Objection from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Washington — The majority of coal miners don’t receive baseline chest and lung testing at federally mandated intervals, results of a recent study from NIOSH suggest.

Washington — A new training tool developed by NIOSH is aimed at helping miners recognize the signs of heat-related illness and provide appropriate first aid.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has awarded nine organizations a total of $1 million through the agency’s Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants Program.

Washington — Miners are at elevated risk for chronic pain, hearing loss and high blood pressure compared with workers in nonmanual occupations, NIOSH researchers say.

Washington — A special issue of the journal Seminars in Hearing “shines a light” on NIOSH’s efforts to prevent on-the-job hearing loss.

Washington — Four organizations recently earned recognition from NIOSH for their use of technology and creativity to advance miner safety and health.

Arlington, VA — Miner inexperience contributed significantly to what Mine Safety and Health Administration head Chris Williamson called an “unacceptable trend” of industry deaths in 2023.

Arlington, VA — Miners operating mobile equipment near water should always examine the worksite, remain a safe distance from the water’s edge and wear a seat belt.

Washington — Aiming to identify cases of black lung disease in current and former miners, NIOSH will provide free, confidential health screenings in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration’s second annual Stand Down to Save Lives is set for May 22.

Washington — Recent Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement performance-based risk inspections have uncovered “several critical issues” related to welding and burning operations, according to an agency safety alert.

Triangle, VA — A legislative attempt to block federal enforcement of a rule intended to protect miners from exposure to silica is “morally reprehensible,” United Mine Workers of America President Cecil Roberts says.

Arlington, VA — Collaboration within the mining industry has spurred “significant improvement” in reducing fatalities, Mine Safety and Health Administration head Chris Williamson said during a July 10 stakeholder meeting.

Washington — Employers can help prevent opioid use disorder among mine workers through a series of strategies, the Mine Safety and Health Administration and NIOSH emphasize in a new resource guide.

GNT has expanded its EXBERRY® Organics range by introducing certified organic powder colors to the portfolio.

Colouring Foods Hibiscus, the latest addition from Mane Kancor, is a FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) label-friendly, approved coloring ingredient that does not carry an INS number. 

GNT, the global supplier of plant-based EXBERRY® colors, explored how today’s consumers see color in the world of food and drink and beyond. The research revealed a powerful new trend shaped by Generation Z’s desire to embrace joy and creativity while staying true to core values.

Smoothie Starter™ could transform morning rituals, offering consumers an organic and convenient base to create nutrient-dense smoothies in seconds

With global consumers becoming more engaged in purchasing food products that fit into their specific lifestyle choices and address sought-after health claims, the latest findings revealed by Innova’s Global New Products Report demonstrate that almonds are a key ingredient in new introductions that are tailored to fit consumers’ specific lifestyles and health goals.

The gift and belief in FASI’s work sheds light on the growing recognition of the critical role interdisciplinary research plays in understanding the complexities of food allergies.

Newly Weds Foods’ goal is to make products stand out with versatile batters and tasty breadings that add culinary innovation to the mix. From crunchy goodness to light and airy crispiness, Newly Weds® Foods can help manufacturers create a new taste sensation that commands consumer attention and repeat purchases.

To help brands keep food and drink fresh in a natural and sustainable way, Blue California announced jointly with biotech innovator Conagen, the commercialization of Rosavel®, a next generation natural preservation solution with 98% high-purity rosmarinic acid made by bioconversion without the color or flavor associated with rosemary.

Historically, bakery product developers’ main goal when selecting appropriate leaveners for a specific application was simply to attain a specific desired outcome every single time. Consistency mattered.

Bascom Maple Farms, the trusted source and supplier of 100% pure and organic maple syrup and maple sugar, is hosting IBIE 2022 attendees this week in Las Vegas. Visitors to IBIE booth #7026 can sample a beautiful array of great-tasting natural and organic maple syrups and sugars.

Sweegen announced its strategic investment and partnership snapshot ahead of the FI Europe 2022, where it will exhibit zero sugar solutions in immersive food experiences, displaying consumers’ favorite foods and beverages with zero sugar solutions in Paris, France, Dec. 6-8.

Sweegen announced today the launch of Sweetensify™ Flavors, its newest flavor tool for food and beverage producers, to create better-for-everyone products. 

Bascom Maple Farms, the trusted source and supplier of 100% pure and organic maple syrup and maple sugar, invites attendees to visit the Bascom booth #S2559 during the Institute of Food Technologists 2023 Annual Event and Expo (IFT FIRST), July 17-19, at McCormick Place in Chicago.

At the onset of the business,Bill Dickinson and his small team were focused on ingredient trading, offering buy and resell services along with inventory management expertise.

Nissin Foods USA, the creator of such iconic brands as Top Ramen® and Cup Noodles®, announced a major investment of $228 million to develop a third US manufacturing facility in Greenville County, S.C. This investment will significantly increase the company's manufacturing capabilities and advance its innovation pipeline to further meet consumer demand for its products.

“We were thrilled when Francia approached us with her vision. Her passion to bring to life her grandmother's recipe—inspired by her passion for cooking and experience growing up in Los Angeles—resonated with our own commitment to bringing to consumers the flavors of Mexico raised in LA,” said Diana DeLoza, LA VICTOIA director of marketing. “…Together, we created a salsa that celebrates the rich heritage of Los Angeles and brings it to tables everywhere.”

The company unveiled its new logo and spoke further about the rebranding to a live audience. Simultaneously, the company launched a new website at www.Insignia.gg.

HoistCam Director Enterprise Fleet-Monitoring Software enables construction owners and managers to remotely monitor an entire jobsite via HoistCam, SiteCam, and other cameras or drones.