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"Critical management system requirements and guidelines for improvement of occupational safety and health" are provided in a newly revised standard, according to Gary Lopez, chair of the American Society of Safety Engineers' Standards Development Committee.

"There is growing evidence that an aging workforce has a far less negative impact on workers' compensation claim costs than might have been thought," suggests new research.

Should drivers who can't meet a hearing standard be permitted to drive commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce? It's a question a federal agency is considering.

Fall protection, hazard communication, and scaffolding are the top three most frequently cited workplace safety violations for FY 2012.

Net written premiums and rates/loss costs are expected to be up while the combined ratio is expected to decrease, according to NCCI.

The Division of Workers' Compensation modified its proposed regulations regarding the inpatient hospital fee schedule.

The Industrial Commission proposed amendments to rules regarding medical fees.

"The Oregon study provides further evidence that we need to be proactive in considering legislative options to keep Florida's workers' compensation rates nationally competitive," said Kevin M. McCarty.

A proposal to increase workers' comp loss costs by 38.3 percent in the voluntary market and 43.5 percent in the residual market rate has prompted the Delaware Insurance Department to seek additional input.

Several large employers have told Oklahoma officials they may leave the state if workers' comp reform is not "aggressively addressed in the next legislation session," according to the state's insurance commissioner.

Job stress is not necessarily only an emotional concept. In fact, psychosocial factors in an occupational setting have been linked to a variety of physical ailments such as cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disorders, and psychological issues.

Complaints about safety and other workplace issues may be handled through an alternative dispute resolution pilot program in two regions. OSHA announced it is launching the test process for its Whistleblower Protection Program.

A $15,000 check and a meet-and-greet with the secretary of Labor is the top prize in a new government challenge. Several agencies have teamed up to educate the public about workplace safety, focusing on young workers.

The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services' latest report shows where each state and the District of Columbia place on the national listing.

Employers and injured workers are seeing some benefits from legislative reforms, according to a new study. More significant changes may be several years off.