Death and the Bush Administration

AFL CIO 4 years ago Region: United States

Posted by Tula Connell to AFL-CIO NOW Last week, a confluence of events reminded the U.S. public that it’s not just the food we eat that’s increasingly dangerous in our daily lives—inadequate safety on... more

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‘Death on the Job’ Report: More Workers Killed, Fewer Employer Penalties

AFL CIO 5 years ago Region: United States

by Mike Hall More workers are being killed on the job, but employers who are found to have violated federal safety laws in fatality cases are paying as little as $750 in penalties for each death, according to the latest ... more

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Workers Memorial Day Materials Include McCain’s Voting Record on Job Safety

AFL CIO 5 years ago Region: United States

by Mike Hall New and updated materials are now online and ready to download to help you prepare for Workers Memorial Day on April 28 and to help you get the message out to the media and your community.   Every yea... more

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Report Finds Mine Safety Agency ‘Negligent’ in Approving Crandall Canyon Plan

AFL CIO 5 years ago Region: United States

by Mike Hall   The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) was “negligent” when it approved a mining plan that most mine safety experts believe played a major role in the Crandall Canyon coal mine ... more

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