July 3, 2009
Solis: Texas safety initiative to focus on construction
EPA posts 'high hazard' impoundment list
CSB seeks comment on accidental chemical release reporting
Congress addresses fishing vessel safety in Coast Guard bill
MSHA outlines family liaison plan
Liberty Mutual releases annual safety research report
OSHA continues inspections of federal workplaces
Police work leads to higher risk of heart disease: study
FRA seeks comment on interim interpretation of employee rest
VTTI releases data on CMV driver distraction
CVSA announces roadcheck inspection results
Report: Emerging motorcycle trends concern safety experts
Children's hospital warns parents against purchasing fireworks
CPSC delays provision in consumer safety law
Improper cane, walker use leads to falls among seniors: study
Report examines child injury deaths in NYC
Study examines link between alcohol and death
Wisconsin governor signs primary seat belt law
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Number of people age 19 and younger treated for fireworks-related injuries in emergency rooms from 1990 to 2003 Source: Nationwide Children's Hospital
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