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On September 16, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released a final report on its investigation into the June 4, 2025, explosion and fire at the Shell Polymers Monaca facility in Monaca, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred when…
The allegations plausibly showed that the commission, under the leadership of Chair Andrea Lucas, maintained a hostile work environment, according to the decision.
Contractors strive to be ‘active listeners’ to community concerns, but say scrutiny has done little to cool demand.
Additionally, Genentech and Avio USA broke ground on separate projects this week including a device fill-finish expansion and a solid rocket motor factory.
The EPA recently rescinded 2022 guidance that recommended states use National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, pretreatment programs, and monitoring requirements to identify and reduce discharges of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances…
On Monday, the HHS and Labor and Treasury Departments finalized a rule meant to strip out junk cluttering cost disclosures, among other reforms. Employers cheered the changes, which are a mixed bag for insurers.
Two high-profile employers paid millions last month to end lawsuits alleging that their diversity, equity and inclusion programs were discriminatory.
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