News from the Safety Industry
OSHA Cites Alabama Construction Company for Trench Safety Violations
Published: Thursday January 29th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Federal investigators found workers exposed to trench collapse hazards at a Jefferson County jobsite.
ASSP and Avetta Launch Standards-Based User Groups to Advance Data-Driven Safety
Published: Wednesday January 28th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New framework aims to move workplace safety beyond compliance by embedding consensus standards into business strategy and technology.
ASSP Launches Standards-Based User Groups, Partners with Avetta to Advance Data-Driven Safety
Published: Wednesday January 28th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New framework aims to move workplace safety beyond compliance by embedding consensus standards into business strategy and technology.
US Department of Labor investigation finds Birmingham construction company willfully exposed workers to trench collapse at Bessemer worksite
Published: Wednesday January 28th 2026
Source: OSHA News
US Department of Labor investigation finds Birmingham construction company willfully exposed workers to trench collapse at Bessemer worksiteBIRMINGHAM –
NAHB Updates Safety and Health Programs for Residential Construction
Published: Tuesday January 27th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Updated model safety plans from the National Association of Home Builders are designed to help builders, remodelers, and siding contractors improve jobsite safety.
“Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life” Named Theme for Safety Stand Down 2026
Published: Tuesday January 27th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Annual campaign, set for June 14–20, will focus on physical fitness, health, and long-term readiness for fire and emergency personnel.
NSC Honors 2026 CEOs Who "Get It" for Safety Leadership
Published: Tuesday January 27th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
National Safety Council recognizes seven executives for advancing workplace safety, health, and employee well-being.
Roofing Contractor Reaches Settlement After Fatal Fall
Published: Monday January 26th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
DME Construction Associates will pay $600,000 and implement enhanced fall protection and safety measures following an OSHA investigation into a fatal workplace fall.
New York roofing contractor enters into settlement agreement with US Department of Labor after willfully failing to protect worker in 2021 fatal fall
Published: Monday January 26th 2026
Source: OSHA News
New York roofing contractor enters into settlement agreement with US Department of Labor after willfully failing to protect worker in 2021 fatal fall NEW YORK
Ergonomics Emerges as a Critical Safety Issue in U.S. Logistics
Published: Monday January 26th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Musculoskeletal disorders driven by fatigue, repetitive motion, and poor workstation design are straining workers and threatening the sustainability of the modern supply chain.
