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NSC white paper on MSDs looks at ‘non-physical’ risk factors

Washington — Work organization, job stress and other non-physical risk factors “cannot be ignored” when assessing the likelihood of work-related musculoskeletal disorders, according to a new white paper from the National Safety Council.




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Burnout among government employees high, study shows

Arlington, VA — More than 2 out of 5 government workers are feeling burned out, and 86% of them say it’s affecting their health and wellness, according to a recent study.




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Survey asks about 40-hour workweeks, flexibility and stress

Guaynabo, Puerto Rico — Seven out of 10 workers think employers should reconsider the 40-hour workweek, according to the results of a recent survey from job search website FlexJobs.




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Delaying diabetes may yield long-term health benefits

If you have prediabetes, making positive diet and exercise changes that delay the onset of diabetes “for just four years” can reduce your long-term risk of diabetes-related health problems and death, researchers say.




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Caregiving for family members takes a toll on workers: report

Chicago — One out of 5 workers who take a leave of absence to care for others later take leave for a medical condition of their own, results of a new analysis show.




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‘Structure Fires Caused by Hot Work’: New report from NFPA

Quincy, MA — Hot work hazards sparked nearly 3,400 structure fires a year over a recent five-year period, according to new report from the National Fire Protection Association.




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Safety board investigation of explosion at paint and coatings plant leads to recommendations

Washington — Chemical facilities should be confirming that equipment can function within the safe operating limits documented in process safety guidance while ensuring quality during all situations – including emergencies, the Chemical Safety Board says.




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California adopts emergency temporary standard on silica exposure

Adopted on Dec. 14, the ETS is set to go into effect Dec. 29.




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‘Extraordinary effort’: Chemical Safety Board eliminates investigation backlog

Washington — A long-standing Chemical Safety Board concern is no more: The agency has cleared its backlog of open investigations and incident reports.




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Washington state updates decades-old rules on refinery safety

Tumwater, WA — Process safety management-focused updates to Washington state’s workplace safety rules for petroleum refineries are set to go into effect Dec. 27.




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EPA shifts away from animal testing to assess eye irritation

Washington — A new Environmental Protection Agency decision framework for determining the eye irritation or corrosion potential of new chemicals aims to “provide results more relevant to humans” – without animal testing.




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‘Incredibly destructive’: Safety board publishes report on fatal dust explosion

Washington — Hazards related to combustible dust “must be controlled beyond the existing regulatory requirements,” says the Chemical Safety Board, which has renewed its call on OSHA to begin rulemaking on a general industry standard.




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Safety board calls for an OSHA standard on liquid nitrogen

Washington — Chemical facilities that handle hazardous gases or cryogenic asphyxiants such as liquid nitrogen should maintain atmospheric monitoring and alarm systems and educate workers on hazards.




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Safety board report offers insight into emergency response planning

Washington — Swiftly isolating chemical releases and keeping workers safe “should not be mutually exclusive,” the Chemical Safety Board says.




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OSHA updates enforcement policy on process safety management

Washington — OSHA has updated its process safety management enforcement policy for the first time in 30 years.




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Raising TSCA implementation fees will bring ‘faster protections,’ EPA says

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency expects a final rule that would increase fees to defray administration costs of the Toxic Substances Control Act to bolster chemical-review efficiency and safety protections.




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Exposure to common ‘forever’ chemicals linked to risk factor for heart disease: study

Nanjing, China — A recent study highlighting the expected ties between exposure to cancer-causing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, and a risk factor for heart disease could impact workers.




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OSHA to host webinar on silica exposure in engineered stone industry

Washington — Protecting workers in the engineered stone industry from exposure to crystalline silica will be the topic of an OSHA webinar scheduled for March 14.




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EPA says new rule will protect chemical facilities and communities

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is aiming to “improve safety at facilities that use and distribute hazardous chemicals,” as well as protect nearby communities, via a final rule.




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EPA moves to reduce ethylene oxide emissions

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency intends to significantly reduce emissions of ethylene oxide – a gas used to sterilize medical devices that’s been linked to cancer and neurological problems – under a new final rule.




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EPA wants feedback on draft risk evaluation for formaldehyde

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is accepting public comment on a draft risk evaluation that states the chemical substance formaldehyde poses “unreasonable risk” to workers under certain conditions.




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EPA proposal eyes additional reporting of chemical data

Washington — Chemical manufacturers and importers of 16 different chemicals would be required to submit data from unpublished health and safety studies, under a recently announced Environmental Protection Agency proposed rule.




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Gamified manufacturing tasks may be too stressful for some workers: study

Morgantown, WV — Turning mundane manufacturing tasks into games may boost worker engagement, motivation and productivity – but it also may stress out some people, results of a recent study show.




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EPA to ban most uses of methylene chloride

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency will ban most industrial and commercial uses of the carcinogenic chemical methylene chloride, under a final rule announced April 30.




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Chemical Safety Board praises NFPA standard on hazardous waste

Washington — The National Fire Protection Association’s voluntary standard on preventing fires and uncontrolled chemical reactions at hazardous waste facilities carries significant influence from the Chemical Safety Board – and CSB officials appreciate it.




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EPA classifying two ‘forever chemicals’ as hazardous

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency will designate as hazardous two cancer-causing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, with wide industrial and consumer use, under a new final rule.




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Fatal chemical release prompts safety board’s call for ‘preventive safeguards’

Washington — Establishing and implementing engineering controls as “preventive safeguards” during a process hazard analysis can help prevent liquid overflow and a possible chemical disaster, the Chemical Safety Board says.




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Safety board to chemical facilities: Hurricane Beryl is an ‘early warning’

Washington — The Chemical Safety Board is urging chemical facilities to prepare for a season of “potentially more frequent and more powerful hurricanes and other extreme weather events.”




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EPA says chemical review updates prioritize worker safety

Washington — Updates to Environmental Protection Agency reviews of new chemicals under the Toxic Substances Control Act will strengthen worker protections, an agency official says.




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EPA publishes compliance guide on methylene chloride ban

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has released a guide intended to increase understanding of – and compliance with – its ban on most industrial and commercial uses of methylene chloride




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NIOSH study identifies key risk factors for work-related low back pain

Cincinnati — Various psychosocial, organizational and physical factors may increase workers’ risk of low back pain, according to a recent study led by NIOSH researchers.




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EPA emergency order to halt use of hazardous pesticide

Washington — Citing health risks to workers and unborn children, the Environmental Protection Agency has taken action – effective immediately – to discontinue the use of the weed-control pesticide dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate.




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EPA: Changes to Safer Choice Standard improve worker safety

Washington — Updates to an Environmental Protection Agency standard that outline the criteria cleaning products must meet to earn the “Safer Choice” label will help protect workers, the agency says.




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Chemical Safety Board pushes for expanded use of remote isolation equipment

Washington — Many chemical facilities “have not fully recognized that the effective remote isolation of equipment is critical to quickly stopping releases of hazardous materials” and protecting workers, the Chemical Safety Board says.




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EPA delays data submission date for ‘forever chemicals’ reporting rule

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is delaying the data submission period for a final rule requiring manufacturers and importers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances to report information on PFAS use, exposures and hazards.




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OSHA updates inspection guidance for the meatpacking industry

Washington — OSHA has expanded and updated its inspection guidance for animal processing and slaughtering.




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Chemical Safety Board video highlights lessons from deadly chemical release

Washington — Chemical facility owners and operators should take into account how simultaneous operations can affect work and ensure they have written, easy-to-understand procedures in place, the Chemical Safety Board says in a new video.




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Z Natural Foods Psyllium Husk Powder Pineapple Orange Flavor

Psyllium husk has been employed for centuries as a remedy for digestive issues. Highly versatile, psyllium husk is also a staple in various baking and thickening applications. 




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New Holiday Treats from Ferrero North America

Ferrero debuted seasonal offerings and brought back a few customer favorites to help make holiday moments sweeter.




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Tic Tac Chewy

The introduction of Tic Tac Chewy is Ferrero's first innovation exclusive to the US market, underscoring the company's commitment to sustained growth in the market.




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Mars Wrigley Expands Portfolio

Mars Wrigley unveiled several new insight-backed offerings that deliver on shoppers' evolving requests for a wider variety of products. 




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Sour Patch Kids Snapple Fruit-Flavored Mix Candy

The limited-time offering is arriving in stores nationwide in three flavors inspired by the Snapple® brand's popular juice drinks: Mango Madness, Kiwi Strawberry, and Fruit Punch




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Butterball Farms: Savory Flavor

Few flavors evoke a rich and savory flavor more than garlic herb butter. Consumers crave its extraordinary flavor and smooth, creamy texture from steakhouses and fine dining. 




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Irish Dairy Co-op Acquires US Cheese Business from Whitehall Specialties Inc.

Irish dairy cooperative, Ornua, completed the acquisition of US cheese ingredients business, Whitehall Specialties Inc. (WSI) for an undisclosed sum from Mason Wells, a private equity firm based in Milwaukee.




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Follow Your Heart SuperMac Organic Macaroni & Deluxe Sauce Mix

An evolution from the traditional boxed macaroni and cheese, Follow Your Heart SuperMac is an alternative to this mainstream US household staple and is made with organic ingredients including whole vegetables, beans, and cashews to provide a creamy yet dairy-free macaroni and cheese experience.




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Trending Spicy Sauces Add Interest to Comfort Foods Consumers Crave

Whether it's adding a kick to comfort foods, taking advantage of the hottest (pun intended) global dishes, or spicing up beverages, it's clear that trendy heat can help consumers combat the cold.




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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Creamy Cinnamon Spread

The new creamy spread, which comes on the heels of the successful launch of Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ Cinnadust™ Seasoning Blend in 2020, will be available nationwide this month.




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Behavior-based safety incentive program

C.A. Short’s mission is to provide organizations with a balanced and results-driven blueprint to implement a strategic, OSHA-compliant employee safety incentive program that will raise awareness, reduce incidents and increase the bottom line.




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Hydrosol: Healthy Kids Foods

Worldwide, the number of obese children and youths of school age has increased over 10-fold in just 40 years, from 11 million to an alarming 124 million in 2016. Experts prognosticate a continued increase to 254 million obese children and youths aged 5 to 19 by 2030.
Nutrition plays a leading role in this drama. In this context, the reducti




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Safety knife

The innovative Boxer 800 offers an option to exposed blade box cutters.