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Seafarer’s death in Columbia River reveals murky maritime oversight
Advocates ask for additional investigation and accountability after AJ Meraña, a Filipino worker on a bulk cargo ship, drowned last September.
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WA safety agency seeks felony charges after teen worker loses legs
Labor & Industries submitted an unprecedented referral against construction company Rotschy for allegedly allowing a minor to use dangerous equipment.
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WA agency tightens workplace safety rules for student learners
L&I can now block a company with past labor and safety violations from receiving a special permit that allows minors to perform some dangerous tasks.
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WA keeps details of severe workplace injuries, deaths from public
Transparency or privacy? L&I says the law protects witnesses, while advocates contend it prevents scrutiny of serious incidents and investigations.
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Washington legislature considers strengthening youth labor laws
A state rep and labor unions push for tougher regulations after Cascade PBS reported on a teen who lost both legs in a school work program.