Fed-OSHA investigating Dallas crane collapse that killed woman

Fed-OSHA is investigating the crane accident at a Dallas apartment complex that killed a woman Sunday afternoon. The high wind speed at Dallas Love Field Sunday was recorded at 71 miles per hour. CBS DFW [with video]

Ohio pharmacy accused of firing whistleblower

The Department of Labor has filed a lawsuit against a Dayton, Ohio pharmacy for allegedly firing a whistleblower employee who raised concerns about alleged hazards and “toxic substances” at the business. The suit claims the chief pharmacist asked the technicians at the pharmacy to submit to polygraph testing to gauge whether they contacted Fed-OSHA. Dayton Daily News

Forklift incident kills New Jersey man

A 59-year-old forklift driver was killed last week when a forklift fell on him at an Elmwood, New Jersey, warehouse when the machine moved too close to the edge of a ramp. The company reportedly had no prior no prior inspection history. North Jersey Record

Worker falls to death at North Carolina residence

A construction worker died after falling from a waterfront mansion in Cornelius, North Carolina last Wednesday. OSHNC is investigating. Charlotte Observer

Makeup recalled over asbestos concerns

Earlier this year, retailer Claire’s recalled three cosmetic items after regulators warned they might contain asbestos. The Food and Drug Administration says the list now contains two additional products. 14 News (Evansville, Ind.)

Connecticut industrial accident kills worker

A worker at a New Milford, Connecticut industrial plant died Friday evening after reportedly becoming trapped by a conveyor belt. Fed-OSHA is investigating. Greenwich Time