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2009

November

FMCSA agrees to review hours-of-service regulations

CMV driver records to become available to employers; FMCSA releases enforcement data

DOT forms new safety council

Distraction a factor in CMV crashes: report

Will new entrant process cut down on 'reincarnations'?

DOT awards $20.9 million for hazmat response

NTSB to FMCSA: Track sleep apnea

Trucking association: Educate, test passenger vehicle drivers on CMVs

BLS: Decline in workplace injury, illness rate

OSHA releases top 10 most cited violations for 2009

Barab, Henshaw trade thoughts on occupational safety

Barab: Federal OSHA oversight of State Plan states needs improvement

EEOC releases document on pandemic planning

Health of the American worker declining: report

July

NHTSA: Federal air-brake standard to improve stopping distance for trucks

Trucking industry criticizes FMCSA nominee

FRA issues ruling on technology to prevent train collisions

Intermodal equipment rule in effect

GAO reviews CMV registration program

NTSB releases recommendations related to motorcoach crash

FMCSA releases results on spring 'strike force'

Medical board examines effects of psychiatric disorders on CMV drivers

ATA issues safety agenda

Study: Number of passengers in vans increases rollover risk

WHO releases report on traffic crashes

Obama taps epidemiologist to head OSHA

BLS releases detailed occupational fatality data

Officials urge organizations to step up H1N1 flu preparedness

Presenteeism increases absenteeism: study

CDC launches worker obesity Website

Outreach program highlights women's safety and health

Exercise programs improve employee health: study

March

FHWA: Freight transportation fatalities decline

White House: Mexico to impose tariffs on U.S. after Congress ends cross-border trucking project

Report: Large truck and bus fatalities decline

NTSB calls for improved safety for trailers carrying hazardous gas

PHMSA: Drug testing rate to stay at 25 percent

Report examines speed-related crashes

Virginia DOT proposal to close rest areas irks trucking industry

Arkansas bans text messaging while driving

Researchers testing truck crash-warning systems

Omnibus would increase FY 2009 labor, health, education funding; worker safety absent from stimulus

Solis sworn in as secretary of labor

Obama plans changes to federal regulatory scheme

NYCOSH offers advice on improving OSHA

GAO: OSHA whistleblower program needs better data, oversight

OSHA issues interpretation letter on 'horseplay'

Study: Lifestyle interventions may reduce sick days, disability

Long work hours hinder cognitive function: study

January

LaHood sworn in as secretary of transportation

NHTSA: Preliminary stats show record-low fatalities in 2008

Final rule addresses licenses, certification for CMV drivers

FMCSA issues new rules, requirements

Officials revise transport rule for batteries, battery-powered devices

NHTSA releases report on alcohol-related crashes

Task force examines CDL program

Snow, ice removal challenges trucking industry

Highway safety advocates: States need to do more

Obama requests delay on new regs

Solis nomination hits bump

Final rule clarifies 'per-employee' violations on PPE, training

NYC brings manslaughter charges in two worker safety cases

Foreign-born worker injuries less frequent, more severe: study

NIOSH conference to explore strategies for older workers

Research on nano danger inadequate: report

Study: Smoke-free workplace law reduces heart attack deaths in MA

2008

November

FMCSA issues final rule on trucker hours of service

DOT delays drug testing changes

DOT announces school bus safety requirements

FMCSA aims to improve driver fitness checks

Report: Age-21 drinking laws save lives

NTSB updates 'Most Wanted' list

Trucking association releases safety agenda

International road safety conference scheduled for 2009

Study: Few teen passengers are assertive against risky driving

DOT report: Cross-border trucking operations safe

Council issues statement on election results

GAO identifies pressing safety issues for Obama, Congress

End confrontation on safety and health, white paper urges

OSHA revises mission, function statements

BLS releases annual data on workplace injuries, illnesses

AR court: Comp claims can be filed in separate states

Nanotech council launches database

Low literacy levels lead to workplace risks: report

Study: Wellness programs reduce sick leave

Researchers to examine well-being at work

Distracted driving a growing problem: study

September

NTSB wants signage improvements near Georgia overpass

DOT awards funding for rural road safety initiative

Campaign to lower legal drinking age irks safety advocates

Report: Highway fatalities drop to historic low

Debate continues over cross-border trucking program

Drunk driving deaths decline overall; alcohol-related motorcycle deaths increase

House committee reviews policies on trucker health

Study: Cable barriers save lives, money

Illinois DUI alcohol interlock law to take effect in 2009

Workplace deaths decrease 6 percent in 2007: BLS

DOL publishes 'secret rule'

Stronger criminal penalties needed for OSHA violations, group says

GAO report says Chemical Safety Board has 'continuing problems'

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