Regulatory

HHS Inspector General Raises Concerns About Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a new report estimating that approximately one in four may not have complied with federal requirements pertaining to infection preventionists.

Federal Judge Blocks FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements

EPA Proposes to Ban Chemical Used in Stain Removers

EPA proposal is the latest action under the nation’s chemical safety law, ensuring worker protections and advancing President Biden’s push to end cancer.

WIPPES Act Passes U.S. House of Representatives

Legislation aims to address growing problems in sewer system clogs.

Texas Challenges New Overtime Rule

Facility Cleaning and Maintenance Makes List of Jobs Dangerous to Teens

Resources to Ensure Fair Pay For Disaster Recovery Work

Recovery employers should be prepared to avoid wage violations before severe weather and disasters strike.

IICRC Releases Revised Mold Remediation Standard

Hazard Communication Standard Update Improves Chemical Labelling

The DOL enhanced the quality of information on labels and safety data sheets for cleaning chemicals.

EPA Releases 2023 Pesticide Registration Improvement Act Annual Report

APIC Calls for Overhaul of Medical Instruments Cleaning Instructions

EPA Finalizes Stronger Restrictions on Highly Toxic Chemical

New ruling prohibits most uses of methylene chloride within two years.