ANTICIPATED GROWTH IN MANUFACTURING SHOULD REFOCUS WORKER SAFETY

摘要

Earlier this year, President Obama outlined a plan to increase the number of jobs in the U.S. by promoting the development of cutting-edge products in several manufacturing sectors, including digital manufacturing, lightweight metals manufacturing, and 3D printing. The "manufacturing innovation hubs" - two of which have already been established in Youngstown, OH and Raleigh, NC - will bring together industry leaders and research institutes to inspire new manufacturing processes and establish our nation as an ideal location to start new businesses.While a focus on the manufacturing sector may push forward economic recovery, it also signals a potential wave of new workers who may not be adequately prepared for work in high-risk environments.