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The chairman of the U.S. Chemical Safety Board is urging Florida officials to move promptly to extend coverage under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to all of its public employees.

Behavioral-based approaches to addressing workplace health and safety can be critical components of any program to reduce injuries and accidents. However, several factors that impact these interventions need to be better understood.

According to a study, ergonomics standards can make a difference in reducing musculoskeletal disorders, and they may be a critical component in motivating employers to address risks.

North Dakota's workers' compensation system will remain a monopoly for the foreseeable future after lawmakers shot down legislation that would have opened up the state to competition from private insurers.

Insurance industry insiders are concerned about a proposed bill in Vermont that would extend workers' compensation benefits to employees who suffer emotional or mental injuries at the workplace.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently published a proposed rule that would limit workplace exposure to diacetyl, a substance used to artificially flavor food products.

Officials in Washington state recently announced that a computer coding error resulted in the overpayment of workers' compensation rebates to businesses since 1994.

Significant changes could be in store for Minnesota's workers' compensation system if the state chooses to act on the recommendations of Department of Labor and Industry Commissioner Steve Sviggum.

A North Carolina lawmaker introduced legislation that would strip the state labor commissioner's authority to enforce workplace safety regulations.

Employees who are exposed to lead in the workplace can have significant cognitive problems later in life, according to a study.

Stalking is on the rise, and it's having an impact on the workplace, according to a study by the Bureau of Justice Statistics.

Workplace programs that encourage employees to set exercise goals can substantially increase workers' physical activity, according to a study by the University of Georgia.

Employers may see their workers' compensation costs drop in 2009 under a recommendation by the National Council on Compensation Insurance.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently made changes to its Voluntary Protection Programs to allow companies with mobile workforces to participate.

The New York State Workers' Compensation Board is urging physicians to become familiar with the state's proposed medical treatment guidelines.

North Dakota lawmakers are hoping that recently introduced legislation will open up competition in the state's workers' compensation system.