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Public safety organizations are asked to complete the SAFECOM Nationwide Survey to help assess emergency communications capabilities and needs.

The President discussed ongoing national efforts to prepare for extreme weather events and plans to improve storm response and resilience. 

The FTA has proposed updates to the National Public Safety Plan to create a blueprint for transit agencies to adopt stronger safety measures.

The Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1, meaning security leaders need to prepare for potential severe weather with a disaster response plan.

A federal investigation found that a children's hospital in Columbus, Ohio, failed to protect employees from workplace violence and serious injuries. 

Nine Dollar Tree locations in four states have received workplace safety violations from OSHA. Hazards include blocked exits and chemical exposure.

The Alamo Area Regional Radio System was completed for public service security. All agencies are now on the same system without needing patches.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited Durez Corp. for chemical exposure and explosion risks of resin and circuitry workers.

OSHA cited two Georgia facilities for exposing employees to hazardous materials after screening tests found workers had elevated levels of arsenic.

After negotiations, the Railway Safety Act of 2023 has been moved to the Senate floor following the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.