Protecting miners from silica dust

Proposed changes to reduce miners' exposure to respirable silica, investing in career opportunities for young people and more U.S. Department of Labor July 6, 2023 Protecting miners' health MSHA announced potential rule changes to federal standards to better protect the nation's miners from health hazards related to exposure to respirable crystalline silica, or silica dust. Unhealthy levels of silica, and exposure over time can cause severe illnesses like silicosis and cancer.  Giving more young people opportunities to succeed We're awarding $11.7 million in grants to support programs that help youth and young adults in communities affected by violence and poverty to prepare for career success in the labor market. Seeking apprenticeship expertise Know anyone passionate about expanding and improving Registered Apprenticeships? We're accepting nominations for the National Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship until July 30, 2023.  Misclassification cheats workers and communities The department has asked a federal court to force a Florida-based customer service provider for major national brands – including Barnes & Noble, Comcast, Disney and Walgreens – to pay back wages and liquidated damages to more than 22,000 workers. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Good Jobs Initiative Joining the Biden-Harris administration's Investing in America tour, Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su says the department's investments will create and support quality jobs. Deadly struck-by hazards OSHA cited Florida construction contractor after concrete pile struck a lift above I-95, causing a 46-year-old worker's fatal fall and another worker's serious injuries.  Rehab Act turns 50 This year marks 50th anniversary of the passage of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Read about Section 501 and how it has improved the lives of those with disabilities. Preparing service members for the future Four more organizations joined the Employment Navigator and Partnership Pilot, which provides employment assistance to transitioning service members and their spouses. Impact inspections MSHA inspectors found 279 violations – including 83 significant and substantial findings – at 16 mines in 12 states in May. Sawmill fatality OSHA cited Alabama sawmill operator for the third time for safety violations after a 20-year-old worker died while trying to clear a jammed roller.  Health benefits seminar Small business owners and plan administrators: You're invited to a free seminar July 11-12 in Las Vegas on complying with health benefits laws.  International labor concerns Deputy Undersecretary for International Affairs Thea Lee shared a statement after the June 24 murder of four Honduran trade union leaders. EMPLOYER RESOURCE Keeping workers safe in extreme heat, outdoors and indoors As many parts of the nation cope with record-high temperatures, employers and workers need to have and follow a plan to make sure everyone stays safe. Learn more about:    •    Planning and supervision    •    Understanding the signs of heat-related illnesses and how to respond    •    Personal risk factors    •    OSHA standards    •    Tools and resources to calculate risk and protect workers    WORKING FOR YOU More than $15,000 in overtime pay recovered Before the Wage and Hour Division stepped in, a South Carolina trucking company was denying Angela the overtime pay she had rightfully earned for working over 40 hours a week. Now, she encourages other workers to speak up about being treated unfairly. TWEET OF THE WEEK Do you want a job that makes a difference? Interested in helping workers, job seekers and retirees? We're hiring for positions in many fields across the country. Visit dol.gov/opportunities to learn more about working at @USDOL and find open opportunities. -@USDOL IN THE NEWS Reuters: As companies bring more jobs to Mexico, US wants labor rights safeguards   Associated Press: OSHA cites suburban Chicago plumbing company for trench collapse in which worker died   Minnesota Star Tribune: Eden Prairie firm ordered to pay $255K in back wages, damages to drivers   Occupational Health & Safety: Death of Worker, Who Spoke of Heat-Illness-Related Symptom, Could Have Been Prevented, OSHA Says   Albany Herald: Florida workers' misclassification sparks Labor lawsuit SUBSCRIBE SEND FEEDBACK ARCHIVE U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20210 www.dol.gov | 1-866-4USADOL (1-866-487-2365) Do not want to get emails from us? You can unsubscribe here. (We will miss you!) If you are having trouble viewing this newsletter, please go to https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/newsletter/ This email was sent to stevenmagallanes520.nims@blogger.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: United States Department of Labor · 200 Constitution Ave NW · Washington, DC 20210 · 1-866-4-USA-DOL (1-866-487-2365)