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Rate of Fatalities Continue to Decline in Waste and Recycling Industry
BLS data shows waste and recycling industry is getting safer.
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NWRA Commends Biden Administration for Initiative to Increase Trucking Workforce
The federal departments of transportation and labor will work together on a 90-day effort to improve recruitment and retention in…
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Safety 101: Get the Best Out of FMCSA’s Entry-level Driver Training Program and the Training Provider Registry
Safety 101: Get the Best Out of FMCSA’s Entry-level Driver Training Program and the Training Provider Registry The Federal Motor…
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Webinar Takeaways: OSHA ETS 101 with Eric Conn of Conn Maciel Carey LLP
Webinar Takeaways: OSHA ETS 101 with Eric Conn of Conn Maciel Carey LLP The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety…
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NWRA’s Safety Monday Reminds Drivers to Drive Safely this Holiday Season
NWRA reminds waste collection drivers to watch for dangerous driving behaviors from other motorists this time of year.
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NWRA Staff Partners with National Park Service to Clean Up Area Park
NWRA collects waste from Roaches Run Wildlife Sanctuary near NWRA offices.
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NWRA Sends Letter to Senate Commerce Committee Urging Action on Distracted Driving Caused by Mobile Devices
NWRA has sought federal action to regulate mobile devices in order to prevent distracted driving.
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NWRA Congratulates FCC Commissioner Rosenworcel on Her Confirmation to Chair
NWRA also seeks assistance from her agency to combat distracted driving caused by mobile devices.
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NWRA’s Safety Monday Reminds Drivers to Drive Safely
NWRA urges drivers to use more care on the road this holiday season.
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NWRA Urges Congress to Pass Tariff Relief Legislation Before the Year Ends
The previous Miscellaneous Tariff Bill expired after December 2020.
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NWRA’s Riley Recognized as One of The Hill’s Top Lobbyists for 2021
NWRA’s Jim Riley was recognized as a top lobbyist for the third consecutive year.
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NWRA Now Accepting 2022 Hall of Fame Nominations
Induction into NWRA’s Hall of Fame is the ultimate industry recognition.