U.S. House Republicans pushed through a bill last Thursday that would stall federal regulations on businesses until the nation’s unemployment rate declines to 6% or lower. (read full story)
Monthly Archives: July 2012
GOP Plan Would Put Rules To Prevent Combustible Dust Blasts On Hold
The House on Thursday voted to block new federal rules aimed at preventing combustible dust explosions like the one that killed seven people in Corbin, Ky., nine years ago. (read full story)
Sawdust Key Factor In Sawmill Fires In Past Decade
Sawdust, wood shavings and chips, which are suspected to have played a part in two recent deadly sawmill explosions, have also fuelled dozens of fires at B.C. sawmills over the past decade. (read full story)