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An ARC Automotive, Inc. manufacturing facility is shown on Sept. 8, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn.
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U.S. Retreats from Air Bag Recall as Industry Comments Show Need for More Investigation
A recall would cost 13 manufacturers millions.
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A gate blocks entrance to the former Ciba-Geigy chemical plant Dec. 17, 2024, in Toms River, N.J., one of America's worst toxic waste sites.
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Group Says BASF Toxic Waste Dumping Caused $1B in Harm
The group called the $500,000 settlement "woefully inadequate."
December 18, 2024
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Company Recalls More Than 541,000 Winter Tires
They don't have enough snow traction.
December 17, 2024
The owner, who asked not to be identified because of concerns about his privacy, turns on the lights in his underground shelter in an undisclosed Southern California city, on Dec. 16, 2024.
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Bunker Factory Sees Sales Surge as Nuclear Threats Rise
Critics warn these bunkers create a false perception that a nuclear war is survivable.
December 17, 2024
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Frozen Pizzas Recalled Due to 'Plastic Foreign Contaminant'
The recall includes more than 1,700 pizzas distributed across three states.
December 16, 2024
A gloved hand holding a mercury thermometer.
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Owner of Thermometer Factory Gets Probation for Exposing Workers to Mercury
Four workers were diagnosed with mercury poisoning.
December 16, 2024
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Automated SAM systems allow for scalable inspection, ensuring 100% quality control in high-volume production.
SAM Assures Li-Ion Battery Safety, Performance
December 16, 2024
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Intelligent AI Video Surveillance Solutions Create Smarter, Safer & More Productive Plant Floors
December 18, 2024
The corporate name stands out on tanks shown Friday, June 29, 2018 at at the Superior terminal of Enbridge Energy in Superior, Wis.
Enbridge Pipeline Spills 70,000 Gallons of Oil in Wisconsin
December 16, 2024
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Ice Cream Manufacturer Faces Penalties for Endangering Children
December 13, 2024
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December 10, 2024
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Death Toll from Contaminated Infant IV Feeding Bags in Mexico Rises to 17
David Kershenobich, the country's public health secretary, said 16 of the victims were underweight, premature babies.
December 11, 2024
Southwest Research Institute successfully customized and conducted a full-scale evaluation of a novel enclosure for damaged electric vehicles at risk of catching fire.
Automotive
Engineers Test New Way to Put Out Intense EV Fires
The method is designed to safely store damaged electric vehicles and batteries.
December 10, 2024
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Fuel Depot Blast Kills Two, Injures More Than a Dozen
The blast collapsed a building with offices, where three people were believed missing.
December 9, 2024
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Bakeware Maker Faces $182K in Fines Following Amputations
The company failed to provide effective employee training in machine safety.
December 9, 2024
A McDonald's location in Florida.
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U.S. Closes Investigation into McDonald's E. Coli Outbreak
At least 104 people were sickened in 14 states.
December 3, 2024
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Top Strategies for Proactive Safety Management in Manufacturing
Proactive safety management requires consistent effort and continuous improvement to work long-term.
December 2, 2024
A residential fence near a Louisville, Kentucky, plant that exploded, Nov. 13, 2024.
Safety
Residents File Lawsuit Against Kentucky Plant that Exploded in Neighborhood
The blast earlier this month damaged their homes and caused emotional trauma.
November 28, 2024
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42% of Companies See Rise in Incidents During the Holidays
Research identified the top three holiday hazards for North American workers.
November 26, 2024
In this photo provided by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), smoke and fire are seen during a combustion test of an engine for new small Japanese rocket Epsilon S at Tanegashima Space Center, Kagoshima prefecture, southern Japan, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024.
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The Engine of Japan's Flagship New Small Rocket Explodes During a Test for a Second Time
Progress concerns raise as a debut flight is expected by March.
November 26, 2024
The Wolverine Packing Co. in Detroit, Friday, Nov. 22, 2204.
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At Least 19 Sick in Minnesota from Ground Beef Tied to E. Coli Recall
No illnesses have been reported outside of Minnesota.
November 25, 2024
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Listeria Outbreak Tied to Yu Shang Food Leaves California Infant Dead and 10 People Sick
Illnesses have been reported in four states.
November 25, 2024
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Steel Pipe Manufacturer Settles Over Safety Failures that Led to Worker's Death
The company will pay nearly half a million dollars in penalties.
November 25, 2024
The Kia EV6 SUV under recall.
Automotive
Hyundai, Kia Recall 208,000 EVs to Fix Problem That Cuts Power
A transistor in a charging control unit can be damaged and stop charging.
November 22, 2024
An aerial view of the Boar's Head processing plant Aug. 29, 2024, in Jarratt, Va.
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Boar's Head Listeria Outbreak Is Over with 10 Dead and Dozens Sickened by Deli Meat
The outbreak spread across 19 states.
November 21, 2024