A nationwide inspection found 1 in 8 trucks and buses unsafe, highlighting ongoing commercial vehicle risks.

A nationwide truck and bus inspection blitz found over 1 in 8 vehicles out of service due to safety issues, underscoring ongoing risks in commercial transport. Virginia Tech introduced new safety helmet ratings, OSHA extended its heat illness rulemaking hearing, and the FMCSA launched driver hours of service pilot programs. Research links strong workplace relationships to fewer injuries, while NIOSH updated its CBRN respiratory protection guide. Connecticut reported over 31,000 occupational disease cases, and the NSC released a free tool for opioid overdose response. Additional safety efforts include fall protection, chemical safety, heat stress prevention, and mental health support, with ongoing emphasis on training, compliance, and worker understanding.