California Teens Learn Workplace Safety and Rights at Leadership Academy

The California Labor and Workforce Development Agency highlighted the 22nd annual Young Worker Leadership Academy, which educated teens on workplace safety and their rights. The event aimed to prepare young workers to recognize hazards and advocate for fair treatment, reflecting the state's commitment to informed workforce entry.

DWC Updates Official Medical Fee Schedule

The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has updated the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) for Physician and Non-Physician Practitioner Services. The update incorporates new Medi-Cal rates and corrects existing sections, and is effective for services rendered on or after March 1, 2026.

Cal/OSHA Fines Company $212,850 for Amputation Accident

Cal/OSHA has issued penalties totaling $212,850 to All FAB Precision Sheetmetal, Inc., following an investigation into a workplace amputation accident. The company was cited for multiple violations, including willful and repeat serious accident-related violations related to machine guarding.

Ben's Service Center Consent Order - Air Emissions Violations

The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection issued a consent order against Ben's Service Center for violations of air quality regulations concerning vapor recovery systems. The order requires a $3,200 civil penalty payment within 30 days.

Connecticut DEEP Consent Order to Sugar Hill, LLC

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) issued Consent Order No. 2553 to Sugar Hill, LLC for violations of air pollution control regulations concerning vapor recovery systems. Sugar Hill, LLC has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $2,400.

Connecticut DEEP Consent Order Against Green Fuel, LLC

The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) issued a consent order against Green Fuel, LLC for violations of vapor recovery system testing requirements. Green Fuel, LLC must pay a civil penalty of $1,200 within 30 days of the order's issuance.

A & K Service Station, LLC - Consent Order for Vapor Recovery Violations

The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection issued a consent order against A & K Service Station, LLC for violations of vapor recovery system testing requirements. The company agreed to pay a civil penalty of $1,600.

Zain Food Mart Consent Order - Vapor Recovery Testing

The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection issued a consent order against Zain Food Mart, Inc. for violations of vapor recovery system testing requirements. Zain Food Mart agreed to pay an $800 civil penalty.

Florida State Parks Adds Shoal River Headwaters State Park

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection announced the addition of Shoal River Headwaters State Park, a new 2,480-acre park west of DeFuniak Springs. The park is now open for passive recreation, with future plans for camping, biking, and paddling to be developed with public input.

Everglades Restoration Project Completion Celebrated

The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and Florida Department of Environmental Protection celebrated the completion of the Picayune Strand Restoration Project. This project is a key component of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP).