Fatal work injuries rose in 2010, new data show

By Jim Morris

The Department of Labor reported that 4,690 U.S. workers suffered fatal injuries in 2010, a 3 percent increase from 2009.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Peg Seminario":

"… €™t been any improvement in workplace fatalities in several years,” said Peg Seminario, director of health and safety for the AFL-CIO. “It seems like progress …"

Even after workplace deaths, companies avoid OSHA penalties

By Chris Hamby

Following jobsite fatalities, OSHA vows crackdowns -- but sometimes collects nothing, a Center investigation found.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Peg Seminario":

"… failures to collect undermine enforcement.“The penalties matter,” said Peg Seminario, director of safety and health at the AFL-CIO. Not collecting, she said, â …"

Labor secretary leaves legacy of worker protections and unfinished business

By Chris Hamby

Labor Secretary Hilda Solis leaves behind a department advocates say increased enforcement but left worker safety rules unfinished.

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"… been a real disappointment has been in the regulatory department,” said Peg Seminario, director of safety and health for the AFL-CIO. This inability to finalize …"

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Bill aims to strengthen OSHA workplace enforcement

By Chris Hamby

Senators propose tighter workplace safety rules, targeting breakdowns highlighted in Center for Public Integrity reports.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Peg Seminario":

"… don’t get a full picture of what’s happening at the worksite,” said Peg Seminario, director of safety and health for the AFL-CIO. Though the legislation ma …"