The regulations outlined in the U.S. Department of Labor’s Semiannual Regulatory Agenda published Dec. 7 are meant to improve the lives of workers throughout their working careers, including ensuring a safe and secure workplace. OSHA’s regulatory priorities include addressing topics such as airborne infectious diseases, cranes and derricks and combustible dust. Read the Regulatory Agenda
Read moreSafety and health related articles below are intended to inform, educate and assist members on important issues that affect them, their families and our union as well as all workers. Past Articles are available at: 2012 Archive | 2011 Archive | 2010 Archive
Read moreIt is the goal of the IAM&AW and the IAM Safety and Health Department to provide members, representatives and all workers with accurate up-to-date information. We believe all workers are entitled to a safe and healthy workplace. Without access to the latest information, workers and their families could be at risk to injury and chemical
Read moreThe IAM&AW has acquired Safety and Health Training material from the Canadian Workers Health & Safety Centre. This material is available to the membership in both the United States and Canada upon request. When requesting copies of this material it must be in writing to the Safety and Health Department: Attn. Joe Abshire, 9000 Machinists
Read moreSetting Up a Joint Labor / Management Safety and Health Committee Currently there are many different safety and health committees being developed. There are several ways to implement a safety and health program. When developing a safety and health program numerous elements must be considered prior to the design of that program. Review the following
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