| Good Jobs Summer, Safe + Sound Week, empowering women and more | 
U.S. Department of Labor | | August 15, 2024 |
| Discussing heat hazards and solutions in Florida âï¸ Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su joined Rep. Maxwell Frost, labor leaders and workers in Florida last week, where they emphasized the importance of protecting workers against heat hazards. In meetings with farm workers and local union construction workers, they discussed the departmentâs proposed heat rule and how it would impact their lives. |
| Know your rights! ¡Conozca sus derechos! During Labor Rights Week, Aug. 26-30, 2024, weâll be working with our partners to share the message that ALL workers in the United States have labor rights. Help us spread the word on workersâ rights in your community. |
| Job Corps celebrates 60 years of success To recognize its 60th birthday, Job Corps leaders gathered students, teachers and alumni in Washington, D.C. to celebrate the programâs success in preparing more than 3 million students for a brighter future. Acting National Director Erin McGee took stock of its legacy and laid out a vision for the next 60 years and beyond. |
| Safe workplaces are sound businesses During Safe + Sound Week, thousands of workers across the country are learning how a job hazard analysis keeps you one step ahead of risks at every type of job site. Our message is that it's not just a process, it's a commitment to being #SafeAndSoundAtWork. Get workplace safety and health resources you can use all year long at osha.gov/SafeAndSound. |
|  | Labor Day history Labor Day is right around the corner! Ahead of this yearâs celebrations, brush up on the history behind this holiday. |
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|  | Share your story Better communication, higher wages, happier customers: Labor-management partnerships are transforming workplaces across the country. Tell us how one has made a difference for you. |
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|  | Empowering women Women can take control of their health by learning about key protections under the law for health coverage and taking advantage of them. |
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|  | Pumping at work: know the law Employers, HR professionals and worker advocates can use our digital guide to understand the PUMP Act, including eligibility, break time, compensation and space requirements. |
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|  | #NAW2024 webinar Join an Aug. 21 webinar to learn how you can get involved in the 10th annual National Apprenticeship Week, including registering events, submitting proclamations and more. |
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|  | 20 years of collaboration Learn how we work with the consulates of other countries to ensure that workers in the U.S. receive their hard-earned wages, have safe and healthy workplaces, and more. |
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