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A behavioral health and substance disorder facility in Jacksonville, Florida was cited by OSHA for workplace violence towards healthcare staff.

In response to smoke coming into the U.S. from Canadian wildfires, the White House is providing technology support to Canada's firefighting efforts.

As parts of the U.S. enter wildfire season, the U.S. Fire Administration released recommendations to mitigate wildfire smoke inhalation risks.

Due to wildfires in Canada causing smoke in the northeastern parts of the U.S., OSHA offered additional information to protect outdoor workers.

For security leaders whose employees spend significant amounts of time outdoors, ensuring their safety is a top priority during extreme heat.

From supply chain disruption and civil unrest to gun violence, war and fear of inflation, security leaders need to prepare for rapidly evolving risk.

Texas State University is updating campus security measures. The university will add E-Phones from Knightscope to call for help in case of emergency.

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.