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Moist grain poses safety hazards during storage

NGFA members in the Midwest are reporting high levels of moisture in this year’s corn harvest. This is an important reason for industry members to share and be aware of resources regarding the connection between grain quality and safety in grain handling.  Entrapment in grain bins and dryer fires are two potential hazards related to […]

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NGFA urges DOL to withdraw proposed overtime rule

NGFA joined 86 other organizations representing private, public, nonprofit, and educational entities in a letter to House and Senate lawmakers requesting that they urge the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division to withdraw its proposed overtime pay regulations. DOL has proposed to increase the minimum salary level that an employee must receive to be exempt from federal […]

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Progressive Safety Services LLC takes consulting role with NGFA

NGFA is pleased to announce a consulting agreement with Progressive Safety Services, LLC operated by Joe Mlynek, who also serves as a partner with Safety Made Simple.Progressive Safety Services, LLC will work with NGFA on a project-by-project basis to review and update NGFA safety programs; create new training materials; provide safety webinars; and assist with regional […]

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NGFA submits comments on OSHA heat rule

By Jess McCluer, Vice President, Safety and Regulatory Affairs The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is in the process of finalizing a proposed rule on Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings. NGFA submitted comments to OSHA on Oct. 3 reiterating opposition to any broad federal regulation on heat.  On May […]

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